Average Rent in McLean, VA

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Current Versus Historical McLean, VA Rents

McLean rentals average $1,995 for a 1-bedroom rental to $6,800 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $5,550, or roughly $26 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in June 2026, median rents have risen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have decreased by $2,783 (-62.08%) year-over-year from $4,483 to $1,700. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $303 (17.93%) year-over-year from $1,692 to $1,995. 2-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $550 (-14.67%) year-over-year from $3,750 to $3,200. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $883 (20.72%) year-over-year from $4,264 to $5,148. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $2,058 (36.16%) year-over-year from $5,692 to $7,750. 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 2.60% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 2.18% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 13.15% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 19.85% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Jun 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
1 BR	$21.43	$1,995	$1,692 (17.93%)	$1,050 (90.00%)
2 BR	$31.58	$3,200	$3,750 (-14.67%)	$3,417 (-6.34%)
3 BR	$27.62	$5,148	$4,264 (20.72%)	$3,758 (36.96%)
4+ BR	$23.50	$7,750	$5,692 (36.16%)	$4,832 (60.40%)

Historical Rents in McLean, VA

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Top Cities Near McLean

There are a total of 16 cities nearby McLean. The average rent in McLean is currently $3,155 per month. A total of 15 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Silver Spring, MD, with an average rent of $2,300, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near McLean, VA is McLean, VA. Monthly rents here are on average $5,800 per month.

Let's compare McLean, VA's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. One bedrooms are about 1.30% more affordable. Two bedrooms in McLean, VA are about 9.53% more expensive. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 17.51% more expensive. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 16 total cities near McLean, VA in the following table.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Arlington, VA	$1,800	$2,345	$3,228	$2,726
Washington, DC	$1,850	$2,400	$3,200	$2,750
Reston, VA	N/A	$1,950	$2,500	$2,800
Alexandria, VA	$1,895	$2,200	$2,904	$2,818
North Bethesda, MD	$1,936	$2,100	$2,850	$3,150
Tysons Corner, VA	$1,990	$2,100	$2,900	$3,200
Oakton, VA	N/A	$1,950	$2,625	$3,300
Bethesda, MD	$2,226	$2,636	$3,740	$3,534
Potomac, MD	N/A	$1,775	$3,000	$5,000
McLean, VA	N/A	$1,995	$3,095	$5,800

Top Neighborhoods Near McLean

There are a total of 22 neighborhoods in or near McLean. Some of these neighborhoods include Congress Heights, Van Ness - Forest Hills, and Anacostia. We've included all of these top 22 neighborhoods in or near McLean, VA in the following table.

The average rent for these 22 neighborhoods in or near McLean, VA is currently around $2,837 per month. A total of 22 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is less than McLean's average rent, which is actually $5,550. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near McLean, Congress Heights has the most affordable average rent at $1,695 per month. Whereas, at $4,450 average rent per month, Georgetown is the most expensive neighborhood in or near McLean. View the following table for more information.

Neighborhood	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Congress Heights, Washington, DC	$1,525	$1,263	$1,600	$1,695
Van Ness - Forest Hills, Washington, DC	$1,518	$1,973	$2,884	$1,985
Anacostia, Washington, DC	$2,500	$1,425	$2,000	$2,288
Trinidad - Langston, Washington, DC	N/A	$1,550	$2,250	$2,323
16th Street Heights - Crestwood - Brightwood Park, Washington, DC	N/A	$1,875	$2,350	$2,397
Radnor - Fort Myer Heights, Arlington, VA	$1,695	$2,350	$3,495	$2,488
Southwest - Waterfront, Washington, DC	$1,650	$2,225	$5,021	$2,495
Dupont Circle, Washington, DC	$1,825	$2,600	$4,100	$2,500
Capitol Hill, Washington, DC	$1,725	$2,050	$3,000	$2,700
Mount Vernon Square, Washington, DC	$2,105	$2,638	$3,700	$2,788
Petworth, Washington, DC	$1,500	$2,048	$2,685	$2,800
Braddock Road Metro, Alexandria, VA	$2,180	$2,403	$3,152	$2,873
Foggy Bottom - GWU - West End, Washington, DC	$1,950	$3,037	$5,005	$2,875
Cathedral - Wesley Heights - McLean Gardens, Washington, DC	$1,745	$2,716	$4,339	$2,898
Columbia Heights, Washington, DC	$1,540	$1,950	$3,000	$2,950
Downtown - Penn Quarter - Chinatown, Washington, DC	$2,131	$2,625	$3,795	$2,950
Crystal City Shops, Arlington, VA	$2,235	$2,458	$3,250	$2,989
Logan Circle - Shaw, Washington, DC	$1,795	$2,550	$3,605	$3,000
Ballston - Virginia Square, Arlington, VA	$1,875	$2,670	$3,826	$3,075
U Street - Cardozo, Washington, DC	$1,925	$2,263	$3,553	$3,095
LeDroit Park - Bloomingdale, Washington, DC	N/A	$1,975	$2,950	$3,775
Georgetown, Washington, DC	$1,850	$3,425	$5,400	$4,450

Top Counties Near McLean

There are a total of 3 counties located by McLean, VA. Some of these counties include Arlington, VA, Alexandria, VA, and Fairfax, VA. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $2,818. That's roughly around $33 per sqft. A total of 3 counties have a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is Arlington, VA. Its average rent per month is $2,726. Vice versa, with an average rent of $3,200, Fairfax, VA is the most expensive county by McLean, VA.

In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in McLean, VA is 10.28% more affordable than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in McLean, VA is 6.17% more expensive than other counties nearby. We've listed all of these counties in the table below.

County	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Arlington, VA	$1,800	$2,345	$3,228	$2,726
Alexandria, VA	$1,895	$2,200	$2,904	$2,818
Fairfax, VA	$1,550	$1,950	$2,555	$3,200

Top Zipcodes Near McLean

There are a total of 43 zipcodes in or near McLean, VA. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $2,875. A total of 41 zipcodes have an average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 20032, Washington, DC at $1,650 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $6,000 per month is 22101, McLean, VA.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $1,644. That's at least $35 per sqft. Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near McLean, VA is $2,025 per month. Or in other words, $34 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $2,700 per month. Which comes out to $30 per sqft. The following table includes the top 10 zipcodes in McLean, VA. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.

Zipcode	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
22101, McLean, VA	N/A	$1,748	$3,198	$6,000
22043, Idylwood, VA	N/A	$2,000	$2,600	$3,600
22102, McLean, VA	$1,990	$2,100	$2,850	$2,875
20817, Bethesda, MD	N/A	$1,775	$2,250	$5,750
20016, Washington, DC	$1,745	$2,709	$4,339	$2,946
22203, Arlington, VA	$1,875	$2,595	$3,625	$2,792
22042, West Falls Church, VA	N/A	$2,100	$2,800	$3,500
22201, Arlington, VA	$1,880	$2,345	$3,442	$2,658
20007, Washington, DC	$2,100	$2,250	$3,498	$3,250
22209, Arlington, VA	$1,695	$2,375	$3,486	$2,636

Frequently Asked Questions - McLean Average Rents

What is the average rent price in McLean, VA?

The average monthly rental price for McLean, VA apartments for rent is approximately $5,550. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.

Do McLean, 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 McLean, VA.

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

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $1,995 and an average price per square feet of $21.43. There are a total of 3 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in McLean.

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

The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $3,095 and an average price per square feet of $31.58. There are a total of 4 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in McLean.

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

Rent prices for rentals in McLean, VA can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by -0.62%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.18%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.15%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.21% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in McLean, VA?

A reasonable rent price in McLean, VA is around $4,440/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.