Average Rent in Potomac West, Alexandria, VA

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Current Versus Historical Potomac West, Alexandria, VA Rents

Potomac West rentals average $1,875 for a 1-bedroom rental to $3,275 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $3,300, or roughly $32 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in June 2026, median rents have been roughly unchanged over the last year. Studio rentals prices have decreased by $62 (-3.23%) year-over-year from $1,912 to $1,850. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $11 (0.58%) year-over-year from $1,942 to $1,953. 2-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $744 (-21.87%) year-over-year from $3,404 to $2,660. 3-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $28 (-0.75%) year-over-year from $3,753 to $3,725. 4-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $1,978 (-37.47%) year-over-year from $5,278 to $3,300. 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 up by 3.19% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone down by 19.45% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone down by 0.89% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone down by 10.41% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Jun 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
1 BR	$33.85	$1,953	$1,942 (0.58%)	$1,569 (24.46%)
2 BR	$32.72	$2,660	$3,404 (-21.87%)	$2,990 (-11.05%)
3 BR	$30.52	$3,725	$3,753 (-0.75%)	$3,575 (4.20%)
4+ BR	$29.17	$3,300	$5,278 (-37.47%)	$4,258 (-22.50%)

Historical Rents in Potomac West, Alexandria, VA

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Top Cities Near Potomac West

There are a total of 6 cities nearby Potomac West. The average rent in Potomac West is currently $2,900 per month. A total of 5 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Alexandria, VA, with an average rent of $2,750, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near Potomac West, Alexandria, VA is West Falls Church, VA. Monthly rents here are on average $3,500 per month.

Let's compare Potomac West, Alexandria, VA's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. One bedrooms are about 14.67% more affordable. Two bedrooms in Potomac West, Alexandria, VA are about 3.75% more affordable. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 2.29% more affordable. Want more information? Check out the top 6 cities near Potomac West, Alexandria, VA in the following table.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Alexandria, VA	$1,800	$2,200	$2,844	$2,750
Arlington, VA	$1,750	$2,350	$3,150	$2,799
Washington, DC	$1,890	$2,433	$3,225	$2,800
Tysons Corner, VA	$1,890	$2,100	$2,850	$3,000
Annandale, VA	N/A	$1,750	$2,200	$3,225
West Falls Church, VA	N/A	$2,100	$2,700	$3,500

Top Neighborhoods Near Potomac West

There are a total of 21 neighborhoods in or near Potomac West. Some of these neighborhoods include Congress Heights, Brookland, and Radnor - Fort Myer Heights. We've included all of these top 21 neighborhoods in or near Potomac West, Alexandria, VA in the following table.

The average rent for these 21 neighborhoods in or near Potomac West, Alexandria, VA is currently around $2,888 per month. A total of 19 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Meaning, only two neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $2,888. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is less than Potomac West's average rent, which is actually $3,300. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near Potomac West, Congress Heights has the most affordable average rent at $1,700 per month. Whereas, at $5,250 average rent per month, Georgetown is the most expensive neighborhood in or near Potomac West. View the following table for more information.

Neighborhood	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Congress Heights, Washington, DC	$1,525	$1,263	$1,695	$1,700
Brookland, Washington, DC	N/A	$1,650	$2,299	$2,150
Radnor - Fort Myer Heights, Arlington, VA	$1,695	$2,350	$3,495	$2,350
Anacostia, Washington, DC	$2,500	$1,425	$1,850	$2,400
Southwest - Waterfront, Washington, DC	$1,673	$2,225	$5,367	$2,400
Trinidad - Langston, Washington, DC	$1,975	$1,600	$2,425	$2,500
Dupont Circle, Washington, DC	$1,890	$2,615	$4,000	$2,500
Capitol Hill, Washington, DC	$1,840	$2,000	$3,000	$2,700
SW Ballpark - Navy Yard, Washington, DC	$2,458	$2,684	$3,548	$2,716
Mount Vernon Square, Washington, DC	$2,116	$2,600	$3,800	$2,750
Kingman Park, Washington, DC	N/A	$1,498	$2,900	$2,888
Braddock Road Metro, Alexandria, VA	$1,985	$2,360	$3,114	$2,900
Downtown - Penn Quarter - Chinatown, Washington, DC	$2,097	$2,500	$3,800	$2,920
Logan Circle - Shaw, Washington, DC	$1,748	$2,595	$3,550	$2,950
U Street - Cardozo, Washington, DC	$1,980	$2,455	$3,700	$2,995
Ballston - Virginia Square, Arlington, VA	$1,800	$2,664	$3,852	$2,995
Crystal City Shops, Arlington, VA	$2,235	$2,524	$3,161	$2,998
Columbia Heights, Washington, DC	$1,490	$2,000	$3,025	$3,012
Foggy Bottom - GWU - West End, Washington, DC	$1,950	$3,150	$4,965	$3,086
LeDroit Park - Bloomingdale, Washington, DC	$1,800	$1,985	$3,350	$3,750
Georgetown, Washington, DC	$1,795	$3,625	$5,200	$5,250

Top Counties Near Potomac West

There are a total of 2 counties located by Potomac West, Alexandria, VA. Some of these counties include Alexandria, VA and Arlington, VA. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $2,775. That's roughly around $35 per sqft. A total of 2 counties have a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is Alexandria, VA. Its average rent per month is $2,750. Vice versa, with an average rent of $2,799, Arlington, VA is the most expensive county by Potomac West, Alexandria, VA.

In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in Potomac West, Alexandria, VA is 21.33% more affordable than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in Potomac West, Alexandria, VA is 9.22% 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	$1,800	$2,200	$2,844	$2,750
Arlington, VA	$1,750	$2,350	$3,150	$2,799

Top Zipcodes Near Potomac West

There are a total of 27 zipcodes in or near Potomac West, Alexandria, VA. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $2,847. A total of 21 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 $1,698 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $3,675 per month is 20007, Washington, DC.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $1,800. That's at least $37 per sqft. Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near Potomac West, Alexandria, VA is $2,125 per month. Or in other words, $37 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $2,850 per month. Which comes out to $35 per sqft. The following table includes the top 10 zipcodes in Potomac West, Alexandria, VA. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.

Zipcode	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
22314, Alexandria, VA	$1,955	$2,450	$3,223	$2,950
22206, Arlington, VA	N/A	$2,125	$2,700	$2,663
22202, Arlington, VA	$1,750	$2,417	$3,127	$2,850
22204, Arlington, VA	$1,500	$1,900	$2,700	$2,800
22304, Alexandria, VA	$1,600	$2,000	$2,600	$2,659
20032, Washington, DC	$1,525	$1,275	$1,672	$1,698
22041, Lake Barcroft, VA	$1,800	$2,679	$2,600	$2,700
22203, Arlington, VA	$1,850	$2,600	$3,500	$2,847
22201, Arlington, VA	$1,870	$2,334	$3,395	$2,696
22209, Arlington, VA	$1,673	$2,400	$3,653	$2,590

Frequently Asked Questions - Potomac West Average Rents

What is the average rent price in Potomac West, Alexandria, VA?

The average monthly rental price for Potomac West, Alexandria, VA apartments for rent is approximately $3,300. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.

Do Potomac West, Alexandria, 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 Potomac West, Alexandria, VA.

How much is a one bedroom apartment in Potomac West, Alexandria, VA?

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $1,875 and an average price per square feet of $33.85. There are a total of 10 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Potomac West.

How much is a two bedroom apartment in Potomac West, Alexandria, VA?

The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $2,744 and an average price per square feet of $32.72. There are a total of 14 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Potomac West.

How have rent prices in Potomac West, Alexandria, VA changed this year?

Rent prices for rentals in Potomac West, Alexandria, VA can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by -0.03%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.01%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.22%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.01% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in Potomac West, Alexandria, VA?

A reasonable rent price in Potomac West, Alexandria, VA is around $2,640/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.