What is the average apartment size in Alexandria?

The average size for a Alexandria, VA apartment is 862 square feet, but this number varies greatly depending on unit type, with cheap and luxury alternatives for houses and apartments alike. Studio apartments are the smallest and most affordable, 1-bedroom apartments are closer to the average, while 2-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom apartments offer a more generous square footage.

What is the average rent in Alexandria?

As of Jan / 2026, the average rent in Alexandria is $2,140 per month, a 2.98% decrease from last years average of $2,206.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Alexandria?

In Alexandria, studios rent for $1,594 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,962 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $2,399 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $2,701 per month

What is the average apartment size in Alexandria?

The typical apartment in Alexandria offers about 862 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in Alexandria?

Studio apartments in Alexandria average 482 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 734 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 1,042 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,272 sq. ft.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Alexandria?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Alexandria are Potomac Yard ($2,685/month), Southwest Quadrant ($2,803/month), and Old Town North Alexandria ($3,573/month), often due to premium locations and high-end amenities.

Alexandria, VA Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in Alexandria?

The typical rent budget in Alexandria ranges from $1,501 to $2,000 per month, with 41% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in Alexandria?

In Alexandria, 58% of households rent while 42% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Q: What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Alexandria?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Alexandria include Arlandria ($1,588/month), Old Town Alexandria ($1,631/month), and Clover ($1,632/month), all below the citywide average of $2,140.

Last updated: February 21, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Alexandria is $2,140, a 2.98% decrease compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $2,206.

Studio Apartments at $1,594 offer the most budget-friendly option with 482 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 734 square feet for $1,962, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $2,399 offer 1,042 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,272 sq ft) for $2,701, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Alexandria, VA

Last updated: February 21, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$2,140	862 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,594	482 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,962	734 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$2,399	1,042 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$2,701	1,272 sq. ft.

Alexandria, VA rent trends

Rental prices in Alexandria, VA have decreased by 2.98% over the past year. The average rent moved from $2,206 to $2,140.

What's the typical rent budget in Alexandria, VA?

The largest share of rentals in Alexandria, VA (41%) fall between $1,501-$2,000 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in Alexandria, VA?

43,675 or 58% of the households in Alexandria, VA are renter-occupied while 31,674 or 42% are owner-occupied.

Most affordable neighborhoods in Alexandria?

Arlandria $1,588/month

Old Town Alexandria $1,631/month

Clover $1,632/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $2,140/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Alexandria?

Potomac Yard $2,685/month

Southwest Quadrant $2,803/month

Old Town North Alexandria $3,573/month

These neighborhoods typically command higher rents due to location, amenities, and demand.

Average Rent in Alexandria, VA By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
Old Town North Alexandria	$3,573
Southwest Quadrant	$2,803
Potomac Yard	$2,685
Braddock Road Metro	$2,641
Eisenhower East	$2,602
Eisenhower Ave	$2,440
Warwick	$2,278
Del Ray	$2,249
Hume Springs	$2,043
Alexandria West	$2,040
Seminary Hill	$1,993
Landmark - Van Dorn	$1,953
Clover	$1,632
Old Town Alexandria	$1,631
Arlandria	$1,588

Alexandria | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Alexandria West is 28% higher than in Arlandria

$2,040

Alexandria West rent is 5% lower than Alexandria average

Average Rent $2,040

$1,588

Arlandria rent is 26% lower than Alexandria average

Average Rent $1,588

How Alexandria Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Alexandria	$2,140
Richmond	$1,590
Arlington	$2,643
Newport News	$1,424
Virginia Beach	$1,743
Norfolk	$1,564
Henrico	$1,589
Woodbridge	$2,086
Charlottesville	$2,101
Roanoke	$1,373
Falls Church	$2,296
Washington, DC	$2,452
Fairfax	$2,320
Mc Lean, VA	$2,793
Capitol Heights, MD	$1,556
Suitland, MD	$1,773
Oxon Hill, MD	$1,764
Vienna, VA	$2,348
District Heights, MD	$1,481
Temple Hills, MD	$1,520
Chevy Chase, MD	$2,702

Where this data comes from

The rental statistics on this page were compiled by RentCafe.com, a nationwide apartment search website trusted by millions of renters to find apartments and houses for rent throughout the U.S.

Rent prices, trends, and apartment sizes were calculated based on data from our sister company, Yardi Matrix, an apartment market intelligence solution that covers approximately 90% of the U.S. metro area population. The data includes comprehensive information on all Alexandria apartment buildings with 50 or more units, totaling 23.5 million apartments across 181 U.S. markets.

Housing composition data was sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, using the most recently available information by tenure.