36 affordable rental units are available in Alexandria right now; here's how to apply
City updates list of committed affordable rentals monthly; applications accepted on rolling basis
Thirty-six affordable rental units are currently available in Alexandria, ranging from studios to three-bedroom apartments, according to the city’s Nov. 4 update.
The units are reserved for low- and moderate-income households earning 30% to 80% of the area median income, with rents ranging from $1,458 to $2,558 per month.
What’s available
Studios: Five units, One-bedroom: 19 units
Two-bedroom: 10 unit,s Three-bedroom: Two units
The units are spread across 11 properties in Alexandria, with some buildings offering multiple available apartments.
Income requirements
The city’s affordable housing programs use area median income limits set by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
2025 income limits for Alexandria:
40% AMI: Up to $45,920 (individual), $52,480 (family of two)
50% AMI: Up to $57,400 (individual), $65,600 (family of two)
60% AMI: Up to $68,880 (individual), $78,720 (family of two)
80% AMI: Up to $91,840 (individual), $104,960 (family of two)
Income limits are also available for larger households.
Each property has specific income requirements. Some units target households earning 30% to 40% AMI, while others serve households earning up to 80% AMI.
Rent ranges
Studios: $1,579-$1,597 One-bedroom: $1,458-$1,987 Two-bedroom: $1,701-$2,214 Three-bedroom: $2,220-$2,558
Actual rent depends on the property, unit size, and tenant income level. Some units include utilities, while others require tenants to pay utilities separately.
Properties with available units
The Nov. 4 list includes units at:
Southern Towers (5021 Seminary Road): Five studios, three one-bedrooms, one two-bedroom, one three-bedroom
Parkstone Alexandria (3001 Park Center Drive): Nine one-bedrooms, one two-bedroom (Open house Nov. 8, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
Brent Place (375 S. Reynolds St.): One one-bedroom, one two-bedroom, one three-bedroom
Park + Ford (4401 Ford Ave.): Two one-bedrooms
Meridian at Eisenhower Station (2351 Eisenhower Ave.): One one-bedroom, two two-bedrooms
Potomac West Apartments (3620 Edison St.): Two two-bedrooms
ParcView Apartments (5380 Holmes Run Parkway): One one-bedroom, one two-bedroom
The Tuscany (260 Yoakum Parkway): One one-bedroom (accessible unit)
The Spire (2875 N. Beauregard St.): One one-bedroom
The Bloom at Braddock (900 N. Henry St.): One two-bedroom
The Fields of Old Town (1229 N. Quaker Lane): One two-bedroom
Oakville Triangle (451 Swann Ave.): One studio
Full property details, addresses, and contact information are available on the city’s updated availability list.
How to apply
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Interested residents should:
Review the 2025 income limits to confirm eligibility.
Review the complete availability list.
Contact property managers directly using the information on the list.
Submit required documentation (proof of income, employment, residency).
Follow up on application status.
Each property manages its own application process and waitlist.
Questions about the list:
Office of Housing: 703-746-4990
Email: housing@alexandriava.gov
Preferences
Some properties give preference to:
Alexandria residents
People who work in Alexandria
Households with children
Seniors
People with disabilities
Displaced residents
Preference criteria vary by property. Check the availability list for specific preferences.
Other affordable housing options
Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program: Currently closed. When open, the waitlist averages 101 months, according to affordablehousingonline.com.
The Alexandria Redevelopment and Housing Authority manages the program at 703-549-7115. Check alexandriava.gov/ARHA for waitlist opening announcements.
Public housing: Waitlist currently closed. Contact ARHA at 703-549-7115.
Affordable homeownership: The city offers programs for first-time homebuyers and moderate-income households. Info: alexandriava.gov/housing
Market-rate rentals with income restrictions: Some newer developments include affordable units as part of inclusionary zoning requirements. These appear on the monthly availability list when vacant.
How the list works
The city updates its Committed Affordable Rental Housing Availability List monthly, typically in the first week of the month.
The list includes:
Committed affordable units (permanently deed-restricted)
Preserved affordable units (acquired or subsidized by the city)
Units with expiring affordability periods that remain available
Units move on and off the list as they’re rented and as new vacancies occur.
To stay updated:
Check the renter resources webpage monthly
Download the current availability list
Sign up for Office of Housing email updates at alexandriava.gov/enews (select “Affordable Housing”)
Call 703-746-4990 for current availability
Context
Alexandria has 43,000 rental households, according to Mayor Alyia Gaskins’ October remarks to City Council. The average rent for a one-bedroom apartment is $2,280, she said.
The city is updating its Housing Master Plan through the Housing 2040 process. Info: alexandriava.gov/housing2040.
If you need help now
Facing eviction or housing crisis:
Department of Community and Human Services: 703-746-5700 or text 703-346-5599
Office of Housing: 703-746-4990
Legal Services of Northern Virginia: 703-778-6800
Eviction Legal Helpline: 1-833-NoEvict
Federal workers affected by shutdown:
Emergency rental assistance: DCHS, 703-746-5700
Payment plans for city taxes: fedimpact-alextax@alexandriava.gov
Shutdown resources: alexandriava.gov/FederalWorkers
Application tips
Apply as soon as you see a unit that fits your needs.
Have documentation ready (pay stubs, tax returns, ID).
Apply to multiple properties if eligible.
Follow up on your application.
Ask about waitlist status.
Keep copies of all paperwork.
Report income changes promptly.
Affordable housing in nearby jurisdictions
Residents may also want to explore options in:
Arlington County: housing.arlingtonva.us/get-help/rental-services/affordable-units
Fairfax County: fairfaxcounty.gov/housing/rentalhousing/privately-owned
Loudoun County: loudoun.gov/index.aspx?NID=2676
Information current as of Nov. 5, 2025, based on:
City of Alexandria Committed Affordable Rental Housing Availability List (updated Nov. 4, 2025).
City of Alexandria Office of Housing program guides.
HUD 2025 income limits for Alexandria.
The Alexandria Brief tracks the availability of affordable housing on a monthly basis.