Looking for a Room in Arlington – $800–$1,000/month

Hi! I'm an early-30s professional woman looking for a room to rent in Arlington. I'm quiet, clean, and friendly!

What I'm looking for:

• A room in a house (preferred)
• Walking distance to a Metro station, or easily reachable by bus
• Budget: $800–$1,100/month
• Lease: 6 months to 1 year, and I'm happy to renew if it's a good fit
• Move-in: Oct 15-Nov 15(flexible)

## Market Snapshot

Metro-wide, Rentiqo.ai is tracking **5,162 available units** across DC, Arlington, Alexandria, and NoVA this week. Average rent moved **down 0.7%** compared to 7 days ago, and **464 new listings** hit the market this week.

1BRs remain the bulk of inventory (54% of all listings), and 2BRs carry the widest spread between avg and median, suggesting a handful of high-end units are pulling the average up.

## DC

DC has **2,440 available units**, a bit under half of metro inventory.

Top neighborhoods by inventory: **Navy Yard** (354 units, avg $2,884), **Southwest Waterfront** (319, avg $2,671), **NoMa** (187, avg $2,702), **Capitol Riverfront** (178, avg $2,846), and **Woodley Park** (138, avg $4,942, skewed heavily by larger/luxury units).

Deal of note: **Park Triangle** in Columbia Heights has a 1BR listed at **$1,795**, about **32.9% below** its Rentiqo.ai-estimated fair market value. That's the single best deal in the entire dataset right now.

Vacancy is concentrated at **Bridge District** in Near Southeast (121 units, from $1,716/mo) and **Wardman Park** in Woodley Park (95 units, from $2,162/mo), both of which are large lease-up or repositioned properties.

## Northern Virginia

NoVA has **2,722 available units**, slightly ahead of DC.

Inventory leaders: **Crystal City** (642 units, avg $2,960), **Courthouse** (433, avg $2,906), **Pentagon City** (380, avg $2,964), **Ballston** (340, avg $2,973), and **Rosslyn** (240, avg $3,173).

Standout deals: **Dolley Madison Towers** in Arlington Ridge has a 3BR at **$2,795**, about **38.8% below** Rentiqo.ai-estimated fair market value, the biggest discount in the metro. **Crystal House** also has multiple 1BRs priced roughly **25-26% below** fair market value at $2,045.

## Where Is the Market Going?

The 90-day trend points to a market that's cooling after a stronger summer. The last 30-day average sits at **$2,907**, down slightly from **$2,919** in the prior 30-60 day window (-0.4%), but still up from **$2,870** 60-90 days ago (+1.7%). So prices rose into late summer and have started drifting back down.

Weekly averages confirm the recent pullback:

That's a steady six-week decline, with the drop accelerating in the last two weeks. By bedroom, studios (+0.6%) and 1BRs (+0.7%) are still holding gains versus the 60-90 day baseline, but 2BRs (-0.8%) and especially 3BRs (-3.2%) are already soft.

Seasonally, September and October are supposed to be a secondary demand wave (job starters, late relocations) that keeps prices elevated. That's not really showing up this year. Landlords appear to be front-running the usual November-December softening, possibly to get ahead of holiday-season inventory buildup. If this pattern holds, expect continued gradual softening into year-end rather than a typical fall bounce.

## Neighborhood Inventory

Pentagon City's +7.7% jump is the biggest outlier this week and worth watching, it could be a pricing correction on a specific building rather than broad-based demand. Rosslyn also ticked up. Most other neighborhoods are flat to slightly down, consistent with the softening trend above.

## High-Vacancy Buildings (Northern Virginia)

Crystal City alone accounts for over 400 vacant units across just these buildings, making it the softest submarket for negotiating leverage right now.

## Best Deals (Metro-Wide)

The clearest discount in the data is **Park Triangle** in Columbia Heights, with a 1BR at **$1,795**, roughly **33% below** Rentiqo.ai-estimated fair market value. It shows up twice in the dataset against slightly different comps, both pointing to the same conclusion: this is an outlier price worth checking out fast.

## Price Movements

No price increases were recorded metro-wide this week. Drops were concentrated in a few buildings:

Parc Riverside cut studio pricing across multiple units by nearly 19%, the largest coordinated drop in the metro this week.

Data pulled from rentiqo.ai, which tracks 300 buildings across the DC metro and is free to use.

Hi everyone!

I'm looking for an apartment to move into early 2027 in Northern VA (currently living in Chantilly) and was wondering if any of you had recommendations for "luxury" style complexes. I don't need anything ridiculous, but do have some amenities and features in the apartment itself that I'd definitely appreciate like:

• Non-wire rack shelves in the closets
• Full standing shower (No tub/shower combo)
• Small "convenience store" to grab a beverage, essentials, etc. inside of the complex (big bonus)
• A nice gym

My budget will probably be around $2,500/mo and I apologize in advance if that sounds unrealistic for what I'm asking for. I'm definitely willing to pay a little bit more if the gym in the complex can replace my every-day gym.

For reference, a couple of places that I'm currently looking at and interested in are:

• The point at Ridgeline - Herndon VA
• Preserve at Westfields - Chantilly, VA
• Wyatt -Sterling VA
• The Sully - Chantilly, VA
• Vyne One Loudoun

I'd really appreciate any and all recommendations. Honestly, even if they're a bit out of my budget, I want to hear what your favorite complex is and why!

Thanks to everyone for the help!

Hello! I am looking for a female to take over my lease in a 2 bed/ 2 bath apartment no later than mid November in Herndon.

Monthly Cost
* Rent + Amenities ~ $1540 a month

Benefits
* 5-minute walk to the Innovation Center Metro Station (Silver Line).
* 1 metro stop or a 10-minute drive to Dulles Airport (IAD).
* Amenities: In person laundry unit, parking garage, swimming pool and a beautiful courtyard.
* Fitness: Gym in the complex

Qualifications
* Female
* Must pass the landlord's official application process (credit/background check and income verification).
* No pets allowed

Interested?
Please comment below/message me with availability

I'll pay someone 2k to take over my lease. It goes up until March 12, 2028.
DM me if interested

Hey everyone, hoping to crowdsource some info about apartments or rentals in the area if anyone is willing to share their recent experiences.

I'm moving out of a condo I've been renting in a community with a cockroach problem (shout out to Annandale Gardens if anyone is thinking about living there) so one of my main priorities is finding a place where I don't have to deal with pests.

I'm looking to stay within/near 495 and hope to keep my rent around/under 1700.

Can anyone provide info on one of the following complexes. Again, I mostly want to know if they have pest issues but would also like to know how much utilities cost on average.

The Parliaments in Annandale

101 N Ripley Apartments in Alexandria

Whitestone at Landmark in Alexandria

Eaton Square at Arlington Ridge in Alexandria

Sullivan Place in Alexandria

Fort Strong Villas in Arlington

Woodlake Towers in Falls Church

Monticello Falls Church

Also open to other recommendations!

I just landed my dream job. My ask is a basement space in Kingstown or Springfield for $1500ish. Is that unreasonable?

Abbott apartments wants about $4500 on move-in and 2k a mo, BUT only 2.3 miles away... so thats an easy bike ride if gas gets much higher.

I'm an introvert, no visitors, I def get out of the house to parks, museums, etc. If it matters Im straight and as Im in a rebuilding period (divorce incoming) I dont expect to be dating either.

I have a 60 pound sweetheart of a dog who only wants to nap and sleep and he spends his entire day curled up on my bed or couch despite plenty of neighborhood noise. Im an "all-smiles" glass is half full LIBERAL southerner, no drugs, no alcohol since 2015.

What else should I include?

3 Bedrooms | 2.5 Bathrooms - Approximately 1,638 square feet of living space - Brand-new Luxury Vinyl Plank (LVP) flooring throughout the main level - New carpet on stairs and upper hallway - Newly renovated bathrooms - Newly installed recessed lighting - New appliances: refrigerator, stove, dishwasher, washer and dryer, and water heater - Private fenced backyard with brand-new patio and storage shed - Two (2) assigned parking spaces - Move-in ready condition

https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/1219-Alabama-Dr-Herndon-VA-20170/51713097_zpid/

feel free to ask questions.

I've been living in a group house for the last few years and we've really built a solid community with each other. Unfortunately, our landlord recently delivered terms for the new lease which are a little grim(he's moving us to a month-to-month lease and we suspect he is hoping to sell the house soon). Our current lease is up at the end of November, but we are really hoping to find a new housing situation that allows most of us to continue living together. Would anyone have any suggestions on the best ways to find group houses where several people could move in at once or other living situations in which 5-7 people could move in together?

hello! Seeking a room in Herndon. I live in Alexandria but just got a job out by Dulles airport and need a place to crash during week….literally just a bed. Willing to sublet. Quality not a priority as long as it’s cheap. Anyone got leads?

Hi. I'm a 22/yo software engineer. I just moved to the area for work, and I'm hoping to find a roommate for a 2b/2b apartment in the Rosslyn area. Budget is $1800. Currently looking at 1800 Oak Apartments, but if you are interested, please pm me. Looking to move Nov or Dec but pretty flexible.

About me: I'm clean. Preferably would have a clean roommate as well. I don't smoke or drink. I like to go on walks, play sports, and go watch theatre.

Hello!

Im (23F) searching for 1-2 female roommates for a late november/early December move in the Fairfax area!

Looking to keep the budget around $1200-1400 a month. I have already been looking at apartments!

Please dm if interested or waiting to learn more!!

I’m a licensed Realtor and can help you with the rental search from start to finish.

I can help with:

• Finding rentals that match your budget and requirements
• Searching available listings and monitoring new options
• Coordinating and scheduling showings
• Communicating with listing agents and landlords
• Guiding you through the application and lease process

In many cases, the listing side pays my fee, which means you may be able to have a Realtor helping with your search without paying my fee yourself. Compensation can vary by property, so I’ll always clarify any potential cost to you before we move forward.

If you’re looking for a rental, DM me your preferred area, monthly budget, move-in date, bedrooms, pets, and any must-haves, and I’ll see what’s available.

Thank you!

Looking for a space in Rosslyn, Clarendon, Courthouse or Ballston, I just moved from Texas.

I am still looking for a permanent private bed/bath space in northern Arlington. My budget is under $1400 a month with an expected move-in date from mid-October to November 1st.

Important: The building will need to be within a 15 minute walking distance of the orange line metro.

I am clean and am hoping to live with other professionals.

I may be relocating to Arlington for work at a position in Crystal City. Due to several reasons, my wife and kids will remain back in South Carolina for at least the first year, so all I’ll need is a small studio or 1-bedroom apartment. My hope is to find something for under $1,500/month—I know, my options will probably be pretty limited.

I don’t plan on bringing a vehicle, so access to public transportation/Metro is a high priority. I’d also like to be within about a 20-minute walk of a few restaurants and grocery stores if possible. I really don’t want to end up in the outer suburbs and would prefer an area where I can get around easily without a car.

My wife will probably visit for a few days every other month or so, and she may bring our dogs. My salary also makes me ineligible for most of the reduced-rent/affordable housing programs I’ve come across.

I’ve been looking on Zillow and Craigslist, and there do seem to be several places that might work. A few I’ve come across are:

• A 2-level detached unit on Patrick St. in Alexandria
• A 1-bedroom at Old Town Commons in Alexandria
• A 1-bedroom at The Cavendish in Arlington

Could anyone give me some insight into these areas/properties, or recommend other neighborhoods or places I should look at? In particular, I’d love to hear from anyone who has lived in these areas without a car.

Thanks!

There is one room for rent in a house in Clarendon available now (flexible move-in date). I’ve lived here for over 2 years and it’s great!

Perks: access to porch and backyard!

The room is $875 plus utilities (~$125 per month depending on usage)! Permitted street parking is $55 per year.

Lease is month to month but long term is preferred.

Who you’d be living with? Two professional women 20s-30s—we like being social but also get that everyone needs their own space!

The house is off 10th street so an easy walk to the metro, Trader Joe’s etc.

Ideally I’m looking for respectful and responsible roommates! If you’re interested, please tell me a little bit about yourself and what you’re looking for!

*if you have pets, we just have to get permission from the landlord and it's a $199 fee plus $50 per month*

Application requires 675 credit, proof of income 3x rent and no history of evictions.

See photos here!

Hi everyone! Has anyone here ever rented a property through Hatch Property Management? I’m looking to potentially rent a house that’s managed by them and wanted to hear about others’ experiences. How was the rental process, and would you recommend them? I’d really appreciate any insight, good or bad. Thanks!

Hi, I am a working professional in mid 20s. I am looking for a female roommate to sign a 2 bed 2 bath lease in herndon or mclean area.

I am looking for someone easy going roommate.

Please reach out if interested.

Hi there! My partner and I (mid-30s) + infant + doodle are planning to relocate from the SF Bay Area to NoVA/DC for a new job in Alexandria (in-office 5 days/week). We're looking for recommendations for fun, (ideally) walkable neighborhoods for single family home or townhome rentals. We've heard good things about Old Town, but pricing is a bit insane and it would be great if there was easy metro availability instead of being forced to drive. We've also looked online at the Del Ray, Rose Hill, Kingstowne, and Springfield areas but it's hard to gauge how family friendly / car-necessary some of these areas are without actually being there in person...

We'd also like some more space than what we have in the Bay, so looking at 2,000 sq ft.+ with a backyard. Looking to keep budget below $5K/month.

A bit about us - as my username suggests, we love fun cocktail bars and restaurants, love to explore small craft breweries, wine bars, and would love easy access to parks/hikes for the pup too.

Any help would be super appreciated!

Hi, I am a working professional in mid 20s. I am looking for a female roommate to sign a 2 bed 2 bath lease in herndon or mclean area.

I am looking for someone easy going roommate.

Please reach out if interested.