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6034 Richmond Hwy,
Alexandria, VA 22303
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Rental Market Trends in Alexandria, VA
Updated September 2026
The average rent in Alexandria, VA is $1,993/month.
Rent in Alexandria is 20% higher than the national average rent of $1,665/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.
$1,993/month
Average Rent
731 Sq Ft
Average Size
-0.3%
Change / Year
4,609
Available Apartments
Alexandria rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Alexandria average $1,638 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Alexandria average $1,993 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Alexandria average $2,451 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Alexandria average $2,695 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
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How much has average rent changed in Alexandria, VA?
In the past year, rent has decreased by 0.3%, which averages out to $6 less per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Alexandria, VA
September 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
0%
$700 - $1,000/month
5%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
40%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
55%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Alexandria?
Based on current rent prices, Arlandria, Beverly Hills and Mount Vernon are the most affordable neighborhoods in Alexandria.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Alexandria?
Based on current rent prices, Old Town, Parker-Gray Historic District and Potomac Yard are the most expensive neighborhoods in Alexandria.
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Which Alexandria neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in Alexandria with the most apartments available are Potomac West, Alexandria West and Potomac Yard .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Alexandria, VA?
Because the average rent in Alexandria is $1,993, you’ll want to make about $6,643 per month or $79,716 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Alexandria, VA is 36.9% higher than the national average. Generally, housing in Alexandria is 101.5% more expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,638 - $2,695. You can expect to pay 6.1% more for groceries, 4.1% more for utilities, and 4.9% more for transportation.
How does Alexandria, VA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Alexandria, VA to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.
View the Alexandria Area GuideStudio
$1,419/month
$1,811/month
One Bedroom
$1,575/month
$2,571/month
Two Bedroom
$1,776/month
$3,464/month
Three Bedroom
$3,168/month
$4,646/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Alexandria?
The average rent in Alexandria is $1,993 per month, which is 19.7% higher than the national average of $1,665.
What is the average rent for a house in Alexandria?
The average rent for a house in Alexandria, VA is $3,610 per month.
What is the average rent for a townhome in Alexandria?
The average rent for a townhome in Alexandria, VA is $3,168 per month.
What is the average rent for a condo in Alexandria?
The average rent for a condo in Alexandria, VA is $1,979 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Alexandria?
Rents in Alexandria, VA are decreasing, with prices down 0.3% year-over-year and $6 less per month.
What rent range is most common in Alexandria?
In Alexandria, VA, 55% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in September 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.