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Cortland Alexandria

820 S Columbus St, Alexandria, VA 22314

Floor Plan Summary
Total Monthly Price Bedrooms Bathrooms
$2,234 - $10,253 Studio - 2 1 - 2

Rent Specials

Receive up to 1 month free on select homes + $500 off!

Pricing and Floor Plans

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S1 - Renovated

$2,234
Studio, 1 Bath
498 Sq. Ft.

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Aug. 4
Unit
Total Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
224
$2,234
498
8/4/26

A21 - Renovated

$3,004 - $3,024
1 Bed, 1 Bath
875 Sq. Ft.

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Jun. 30
Unit
Total Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
311
$3,024
875
6/30/26
211
$3,004
875
8/7/26

A24 - Renovated

$3,084
1 Bed, 1 Bath
930 Sq. Ft.

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1 Rental Available
Unit
Total Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
207
$3,084
930
Now

A11 - Renovated

$2,709
1 Bed, 1 Bath
700 Sq. Ft.

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May. 27
Unit
Total Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
B25
$2,709
700
5/27/26

A13 - Renovated

$2,769
1 Bed, 1 Bath
705 Sq. Ft.

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May. 29
Unit
Total Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
B26
$2,769
705
5/29/26

A4 - Renovated

$2,529
1 Bed, 1 Bath
615 Sq. Ft.

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Jun. 6
Unit
Total Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
326
$2,529
615
6/6/26

A19 - Renovated

$2,964
1 Bed, 1 Bath
824 Sq. Ft.

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Jun. 16
Unit
Total Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
309
$2,964
824
6/16/26

A17 - Renovated

$2,884
1 Bed, 1 Bath
805 Sq. Ft.

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Jun. 19
Unit
Total Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
213
$2,884
805
6/19/26

A3 - Renovated

$2,574
1 Bed, 1 Bath
605 Sq. Ft.

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Jun. 27
Unit
Total Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
123
$2,574
605
6/27/26

A2 - Renovated

$2,489
1 Bed, 1 Bath
600 Sq. Ft.

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Jul. 4
Unit
Total Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
322
$2,489
600
7/4/26

A12 - Renovated

$2,739
1 Bed, 1 Bath
705 Sq. Ft.

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Jul. 8
Unit
Total Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
B27
$2,739
705
7/8/26

A1 - Renovated

$2,439
1 Bed, 1 Bath
586 Sq. Ft.

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Jul. 18
Unit
Total Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
325
$2,439
586
7/18/26

B6R

$3,565
2 Beds, 1 Bath
990 Sq. Ft.

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1 Rental Available
Unit
Total Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
214
$3,565
990
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B9 - Renovated

$3,809
2 Beds, 2 Baths
1,100 Sq. Ft.

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Jul. 14
Unit
Total Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
110
$3,809
1,100
7/14/26
* 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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Property Information

  • Built in 2008
  • 74 units / 3 stories

Fees and Policies

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

Utilities & Essentials

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

One-Time Basics

Due at Application

  • Application Fee
    $50
  • Refundable Application Deposit
    $500

Due at Move-In

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

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

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

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Area Scores

Walkability

Moderately walkable60 / 100

Transit

Some public transit50 / 100

Driveability

Very drivable80 / 100

Bikeability

Moderately bikeable60 / 100

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Busy66 / 100

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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)
Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority Metrorail
Commuter Rail
4 min Drive
Virginia Railway Express
Commuter Rail
4 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

Shopping Centers

Shoppers will appreciate Cortland Alexandria proximity to Old Town Center, Shops at Eisenhower East, and Huntington Metro Shopping Center. Old Town Center is 0.7 miles away, and Shops at Eisenhower East is within a 26 minute walk.

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

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St. Mary's Elementary School

Grades PK-8

Private

4 rating

Jefferson-Houston PreK-8 School

Grades PK-8

Public

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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: (301) 747-1645
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Office Hours
  • SundayCLOSED
  • Monday10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Tuesday10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Wednesday10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Thursday10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Friday10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • SaturdayCLOSED

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