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Apartments for Rent in Alexandria, VA under $1200

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Apartments for Rent in Alexandria, VA under $1200. 106 Rentals Available
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    DWOCA, Alexandria, VA 22314
    STUDIO $776
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    3600 Buckman Rd, Alexandria, VA 22309
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $1,023+
    2 BEDS $1,178+

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    116 Irvington St. Suite B SW, Washington, DC 20032
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    2 Forrester St SE, Washington, DC 20032
    1 BED $1,199
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    4632 Livingston Rd. SE, Washington, DC 20032
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    3800 South Capitol St, Washington, DC 20032
    1 BED $1,100
    2 BEDS $950+
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    3730-3790 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE, Washington, DC 20032
    STUDIO $980
    1 BED $1,175
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    114 Wayne Place SE, Washington, DC 20032
    1 BED $990
    2 BEDS $1,042+
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    800 Southern Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20032
    Income Restricted
    STUDIO $1,100
    1 BED $1,200+
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    1311 Southview Drive, Oxon Hill, MD 20745
    STUDIO $1,095+
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    3647 6Th Street SE, Washington, DC 20032
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $1,113+
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    3320 6Th St SE Ste 204, Washington, DC 20032
    Income Restricted
    STUDIO $1,010
    1 BED $1,166+
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    228 Malcolm X Avenue Southeast, Washington, DC 20032
    1 BED $900
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    1008 North Glebe Road, Arlington, VA 22201
    1 BED $1,114+
    2 BEDS $1,187
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    1212 Southern Ave, SE, Washington, DC 20032
    Income Restricted
    STUDIO $1,125
    1 BED $1,165+
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    3420 11Th Pl SE, Washington, DC 20032
    1 BED $1,087
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    2632 Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20020
    1 BED $1,102
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    Mailing Address Only: 7308 Arlington Blvd, Falls Church, VA 22042
    2 BEDS Ask for Pricing
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    1530 First Street SW, Washington, DC 20024
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    1 BED Ask for Pricing
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    1720 Trenton Pl SE, Washington, DC 20020
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $1,175
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    2607 Bowen Rd SE, Washington, DC 20020
    Income Restricted
    2 BEDS $491+
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    1341 Howard Road SE, Washington, DC 20020
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $1,106+
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    2850 Douglass Pl SE, Washington, DC 20020
    STUDIO $1,188
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    1535 Morris Road, SE, Washington, DC 20020
    1 BED $905
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    1535 Morris Road, SE, Washington, DC 20020
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Getting around in Alexandria, VA

20 /100
Car-Dependent
32 /100
Some Transit
32 /100
Somewhat Bikeable
Walk Score®: 20, Transit Score®: 32, Bike Score®: 32

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Alexandria, VA last updated?

Prices and availability in Alexandria, VA were last updated on 23 Feb 2026.

What are the best apartments in Alexandria, VA?

The best apartments in Alexandria, VA are: The Aspen, Broadstone Van Dorn, Halstead Tower by Windsor, Platform and Bennington Crossings Apartment Homes.

What type of rental buildings are in Alexandria, VA?

In Alexandria, 58% of the residents are renting compared to 42% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 48% of Alexandria's rentals, 48% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 4% are single-family rentals.

Search for apartments in Alexandria, VA under $1,200

There’s more than one way to spend $1,200 on rent in Alexandria, VA, so the first step is to start thinking about what you really want from your new home. Be mindful of what makes you tick. Look for 2 bedroom apartments for rent for less than $1,200 if you want to share your living space and don’t mind being further away from the city center. Search for 3 bedroom apartments if you’re moving in with family or planning to share part of your life and living expenses with more friends. If city bustle is what you live for, you might want to search for a studio or 1 bedroom apartment closer to the city center.

The perfect $1,200 rental near you

Don’t dismiss the idea of a studio just because it sounds small and featureless: studios come in many shapes and sizes, and it only takes a few strikes of creativity to go from drab to lively. If an all-in-one-room apartment spells total lack of privacy for you, have a look at the 1 bedroom apartments for rent in Alexandria, VA. Customize your search by using more RentCafe filters. Decide what amenities you can’t live without and focus your search on the apartments that offer them. Are you bringing in a pet? Narrow your options to pet-friendly apartments for rent. Want more windows so that natural light floods your home? Hardwood floors or plush carpet in the living area? There are 25 apartments for rent below $1,200 in Alexandria, VA for every taste. Decide what you need, stay focused, and you’re bound to find your perfect apartment in no time.

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