Cortland Alexandria

820 S Columbus St, Alexandria, VA 22314

Last Updated: 1 Day Ago
Total Monthly Price
$2,325 - $3,938
Bedrooms
Studio - 2
Bathrooms
1 - 2
Sq. Ft.
498 - 1,188 sq ft

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Pricing and Floor Plans

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S1 - Renovated

$2,325 Total Monthly Price
Studio, 1 Bath
498 Sq. Ft.
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1 Available Unit
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Sq. Ft.
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324
$2,325
498
Oct. 29

S3U

$2,400 Total Monthly Price
Studio, 1 Bath
542 Sq. Ft.
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Sq. Ft.
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203
$2,400
542
Dec. 14

A18U

$2,992 - $3,022 Total Monthly Price
1 Bed, 1 Bath
820 Sq. Ft.
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Total Price
Sq. Ft.
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305
$2,992
820
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205
$3,022
820
Nov. 14

A23 - Renovated

$3,242 Total Monthly Price
1 Bed, 1 Bath
920 Sq. Ft.
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220
$3,242
920
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A7 - Renovated

$2,712 Total Monthly Price
1 Bed, 1 Bath
673 Sq. Ft.
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321
$2,712
673
Oct. 27

A10U

$2,782 Total Monthly Price
1 Bed, 1 Bath
700 Sq. Ft.
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215
$2,782
700
Nov. 24

A4U

$2,652 Total Monthly Price
1 Bed, 1 Bath
615 Sq. Ft.
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226
$2,652
615
Dec. 3

A5U

$2,632 Total Monthly Price
1 Bed, 1 Bath
656 Sq. Ft.
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119
$2,632
656
Dec. 4

A23U

$3,252 Total Monthly Price
1 Bed, 1 Bath
920 Sq. Ft.
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120
$3,252
920
Dec. 7

B4 - Renovated

$3,738 - $3,758 Total Monthly Price
2 Beds, 2 Baths
954 Sq. Ft.
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Sq. Ft.
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206
$3,738
954
Nov. 2
306
$3,758
954
Nov. 14

B11U

$3,908 Total Monthly Price
2 Beds, 2 Baths
1,172 Sq. Ft.
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116
$3,908
1,172
Nov. 17

B3U

$3,478 Total Monthly Price
2 Beds, 1 Bath
910 Sq. Ft.
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301
$3,478
910
Nov. 23

B12U

$3,938 Total Monthly Price
2 Beds, 2 Baths
1,188 Sq. Ft.
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118
$3,938
1,188
Dec. 30
* Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice. * Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

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Details

Property Information

  • Built in 2008
  • 74 units3 stories

Fees & Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

Utilities & Essentials

  • Trash Hauler
    $15 / mo
  • Liability Only Protection
    $15 / mo
  • Service Fee
    $6.50 / mo
  • Internet/Technology Fee
    $65 / mo
  • Pest Control
    $8 / mo

One-Time Basics

Due at Application

  • Application Fee
    $1

Due at Move-In

  • New Account Setup Fee
    $10
  • Move in Amenity Fee
    $500

Due at Move-Out

  • Move out Service Fee
    $5

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

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Property Highlights

  • Additional Storage
  • Convenience To Old Town Alexandria
  • Deep-Soaking Bathtubs
  • Keyless Home Entry Systems
  • Limited-Access Parking Garage
  • Pet-Friendly Cortland Community

Apartment Features

  • Air Conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Cable Ready
  • Dining Room
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Eat-in Kitchen
  • Framed Mirrors
  • Freezer
  • Hardwood Floors

Community Features

  • 24 Hour Access
  • Bicycle Storage
  • Business Center
  • Clubhouse
  • Community-Wide WiFi
  • Courtyard
  • Elevator
  • Fitness Center
  • Lounge
  • Maintenance on site

Map of Cortland Alexandria

Area Scores

Walkability

Moderately walkable

Transit

Some public transit

Driveability

Very drivable

Bikeability

Moderately bikeable

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Soundscore

Busy

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Transit

Subway

3 min Drive

Blue Line - Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority Metrorail (Metrorail) Yellow Line - Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority Metrorail (Metrorail) WMATA

Commuter Rail

4 min Drive

Amtrak

Commuter Rail

13 min Drive

Virginia Railway Express

Airport

Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl

14 min Drive

DCA

Airport

Washington Dulles International

51 min Drive

Washington Dulles International

Moving to Old Town, Alexandria, VA

Commuting

With a TransitScore of 50, Cortland Alexandria has some public transit, including 10 transit stops within 10.2 miles. Transit options include King Street and Braddock Road.

Parks and Recreation

Recreational activities near Cortland Alexandria are plentiful. Discover 4 parks within 2.6 miles, including Carlyle House Historic Park, Alexandria Archaeology Museum, and George Washington Memorial Parkway/Dyke Marsh Wildlife Preserve.

Airports

Living in Old Town provides easy access to Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl, located just 14 minutes from Cortland Alexandria. Another nearby airport is Washington Dulles International, located 33.5 miles away.

Military Bases

There is U S Army Reserve Center near Alexandria, VA.

Local Education

Primary and Secondary Schools

GreatSchools rating: 2 out of 10

Jefferson-Houston PreK-8 School

Grades PK-8

Public

Not rated

St. Mary's Elementary School

Grades PK-8

Private

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Colleges and Universities

School Commute Time (Distance)
NOVA, Alexandria Campus Drive: 15 min (5.4 mi)
GWU, Foggy Bottom Drive: 18 min (9.2 mi)
George Mason Univ., Arlington Drive: 20 min (9.2 mi)
NOVA, Medical Edu. Campus Drive: 18 min (10.4 mi)

About Cortland Alexandria

Located within blocks of the riverfront, our apartments on Washington St. offer the best of Old Town Alexandria living at your doorstep. Charming features like quartz countertops, wood-style flooring, and French-door refrigerators will make you proud… to call any of our newly renovated studio, one, and two-bedroom apartments in Downtown Alexandria home.

With convenience to popular shopping, dining, and grocery spots, our South Alexandria apartment homes make your everyday routine a breeze. And when you’re considering your weekend (or weeknight) plans, you have plenty of options nearby. Start your morning with a cup of coffee at Café du Soleil downstairs, enjoy a scenic waterside stroll, and then meet up with friends to explore the shops on King Street.

Cortland Alexandria is an apartment community in Alexandria, VA

Contact

Property Address:
820 S Columbus St,
Alexandria, VA 22314
Phone Number: (571) 548-3117
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  • Sunday Closed
  • Monday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Tuesday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Wednesday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Thursday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Friday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed

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