Average Rent in Franconia, VA

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Current Versus Historical Franconia, VA Rents

Franconia rentals average $1,775 for a 1-bedroom rental to $3,795 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $3,150, or roughly $25 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in August 2026, median rents have risen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have increased by $1,425 (107.55%) year-over-year from $1,325 to $2,750. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $533 (42.95%) year-over-year from $1,242 to $1,775. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $125 (4.90%) year-over-year from $2,550 to $2,675. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $408 (12.79%) year-over-year from $3,192 to $3,600. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $383 (10.31%) year-over-year from $3,717 to $4,100. Note that this figure includes all active and rented listings throughout the month.

Month-to-month, seasonality might have a bigger impact than overall trend price changes. Studio rents have gone down by 0.00% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone down by 4.05% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone down by 1.23% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 4.60% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 13.95% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Aug 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
1 BR	$17.76	$1,775	$1,242 (42.95%)	$1,350 (31.48%)
2 BR	$27.08	$2,675	$2,550 (4.90%)	$2,391 (11.89%)
3 BR	$24.67	$3,600	$3,192 (12.79%)	$3,050 (18.03%)
4+ BR	$18.79	$4,100	$3,717 (10.31%)	$3,500 (17.14%)

Historical Rents in Franconia, VA

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Top Cities Near Franconia

There are a total of 5 cities nearby Franconia. The average rent in Franconia is currently $3,150 per month. A total of 3 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Alexandria, VA, with an average rent of $2,700, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near Franconia, VA is West Falls Church, VA. Monthly rents here are on average $3,800 per month.

Let's compare Franconia, VA's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. One bedrooms are about 7.04% more affordable. Two bedrooms in Franconia, VA are about 1.82% more affordable. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 3.60% more affordable. Want more information? Check out the top 5 cities near Franconia, VA in the following table.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Alexandria, VA	$1,910	$2,150	$2,810	$2,700
Franconia, VA	N/A	$1,900	$2,675	$3,000
Merrifield, VA	$1,800	$2,025	$2,800	$3,150
Kingstowne, VA	N/A	$1,650	$2,800	$3,400
West Falls Church, VA	N/A	$1,900	$2,200	$3,800

Top Neighborhoods Near Franconia

There are a total of 1 neighborhoods in or near Franconia. One neighborhood in the area is Fairlington - Shirlington. We've included all of these top 1 neighborhoods in or near Franconia, VA in the following table.

The average rent for these 1 neighborhoods in or near Franconia, VA is currently around $2,900 per month. A total of one neighborhood has a lower average rent. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is less than Franconia's average rent, which is actually $3,150. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near Franconia, Fairlington - Shirlington has the most affordable average rent at $2,900 per month. Whereas, at $2,900 average rent per month, Fairlington - Shirlington is the most expensive neighborhood in or near Franconia. View the following table for more information.

Neighborhood	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Fairlington - Shirlington, Arlington, VA	N/A	$2,125	$3,025	$2,900

Top Counties Near Franconia

There are a total of 1 counties located by Franconia, VA. One county in the area is Alexandria, VA. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $2,700. That's roughly around $33 per sqft. A total of one county has a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is Alexandria, VA. Its average rent per month is $2,700. Vice versa, with an average rent of $2,700, Alexandria, VA is the most expensive county by Franconia, VA.

In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in Franconia, VA is 21.13% more affordable than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in Franconia, VA is 2.16% more affordable than other counties nearby. We've listed all of these counties in the table below.

County	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Alexandria, VA	$1,910	$2,150	$2,810	$2,700

Top Zipcodes Near Franconia

There are a total of 11 zipcodes in or near Franconia, VA. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $2,650. A total of 7 zipcodes have an average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 22302, Alexandria, VA at $2,375 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $3,625 per month is 22042, West Falls Church, VA.

Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near Franconia, VA is $1,900 per month. Or in other words, $31 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $2,600 per month. Which comes out to $28 per sqft. The following table includes the top 10 zipcodes in Franconia, VA. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.

Zipcode	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
22315, Kingstowne, VA	N/A	$1,650	$2,825	$3,250
22312, Lincolnia, VA	N/A	$1,750	$2,675	$2,550
22304, Alexandria, VA	$1,400	$2,000	$2,500	$2,550
22309, Mount Vernon, VA	N/A	$1,725	$2,125	$2,563
22041, Lake Barcroft, VA	$1,800	$2,025	$2,600	$2,500
22302, Alexandria, VA	$1,575	$2,044	$2,600	$2,375
22079, Lorton, VA	$2,550	N/A	$2,400	$3,200
22003, Annandale, VA	N/A	$1,750	$2,225	$3,200
22206, Arlington, VA	N/A	$2,163	$3,025	$3,100
22042, West Falls Church, VA	N/A	$1,900	$2,350	$3,625

Frequently Asked Questions - Franconia Average Rents

What is the average rent price in Franconia, VA?

The average monthly rental price for Franconia, VA apartments for rent is approximately $3,150. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.

Do Franconia, VA rent prices drop in winter?

Yes! On average we see a 3.4% drop in rental prices between the peak summer months and the slower winter months. With the added bonus of decreased competition from other renters looking to move, winter is generally considered the best time of the year to find an apartment for rent in Franconia, VA.

How much is a one bedroom apartment in Franconia, VA?

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $1,775 and an average price per square feet of $17.76. There are a total of 2 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Franconia.

How much is a two bedroom apartment in Franconia, VA?

The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $2,750 and an average price per square feet of $27.08. There are a total of 40 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Franconia.

How have rent prices in Franconia, VA changed this year?

Rent prices for rentals in Franconia, VA can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by 1.08%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.43%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.05%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.13% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in Franconia, VA?

A reasonable rent price in Franconia, VA is around $2,520/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.