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Water Park Towers Apartments

$2,380 – $4,406/mo

  • 1–3 bedrooms
  • 1–2 baths
  • 665–1,480 sq ft
  • 22 units available
  • Pet friendly
1501 Crystal Dr, Arlington, VA, 22202

As of October 14, 2026, Water Park Towers Apartments in Arlington, VA has 22 apartments for rent from $2,380 to $4,406/mo. One-bedrooms start at $2,380, two-bedrooms at $3,265, and three-bedrooms at $4,374. The average asking rent has fallen 4.9% since March 31, 2026, from $3,201 to $3,045.


Floor plans

Water Park Towers Apartments has 22 units available across 16 floor plans: 7 one-bedroom layouts (665–915 sq ft), 7 two-bedroom layouts (940–1,205 sq ft), and 2 three-bedroom layouts (1,430–1,480 sq ft). Prices checked October 14, 2026.

1 Bedroom A

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 665 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,380/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
01-1116$2,524665Oct 11
01-0216$2,380665Nov 2

1 Bedroom F

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 705 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,433/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
01-0220$2,433705Oct 29
01-0320$2,455705Nov 19

1 Bedroom C

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 665 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,433/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
01-0603$2,433665Nov 11

1 Bedroom D

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 675 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,449/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
01-0502$2,449675Oct 11

1 Bedroom H

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 785 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,548/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
01-1017$2,601785Oct 11
01-0517$2,548785Dec 1

1 Bedroom K

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 805 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,585/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
01-0435$2,585805Nov 2

1 Bedroom Q

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 915 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,643/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
01-0214$2,643915Nov 27
01-0914$2,728915Dec 15

2 Bedrooms Q

2 Bedrooms • 1 Bath • 940 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,265/mo

3 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
01-0608$3,318940Oct 11
01-0808$3,414940Oct 11
01-0208$3,265940Oct 26

2 Bedrooms C

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 985 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,277/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
01-0433$3,277985Nov 10

2 Bedrooms B

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 970 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,341/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
01-0636$3,341970Oct 14

2 Bedrooms A

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 955 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,420/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
01-0904$3,420955Oct 11

2 Bedrooms D

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,000 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,515/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
01-0928$3,5151,000Oct 11

2 Bedrooms L

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,205 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,678/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
01-0229$3,6781,205Oct 11

2 Bedrooms H

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,195 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,737/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
01-0811$3,7371,195Oct 11

3+ Bedrooms A

3 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,430 Sq Ft

Starting at $4,374/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
01-0805$4,3741,430Nov 5

3+ Bedrooms B

3 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,480 Sq Ft

Starting at $4,406/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
01-0625$4,4061,480Nov 19

See all 99 units listed at Water Park Towers Apartments, including ones no longer available.


Cost to rent here

At Water Park Towers Apartments, a one-bedroom starts at about $2,700 a month all-in: $2,380 rent, $221 in listed fees, and an estimated $99 for internet and renters insurance. A two-bedroom starts at about $3,585 and a three-bedroom at about $4,694.

All-in from$2,700/mo

Estimates are local averages, not quotes from the property.

Can you afford it?

Most landlords ask for a monthly income of about 3× the rent, so qualifying at Water Park Towers Apartments takes about $85,680 a year for a one-bedroom, $117,540 for a two-bedroom, and $157,464 for a three-bedroom. Keeping the $2,700 all-in month for a one-bedroom within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $129,500 a year.

Total monthly housing cost

$2,700/mo

Income to afford it comfortably

$129,500/yr

Income to qualify

$85,680/yr

Your estimated budget

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$ —/mo

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Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at Water Park Towers Apartments has ranged from $2,831 to $3,374. The current average is $3,045, down $157 (4.9%) from $3,201 at the start.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (161 days observed).

Fees & lease terms

At Water Park Towers Apartments, the security deposit is $200 and leases run 12 months. The listing shows $221 a month in fees (electric $105, trash $31, monthly tech package $25, and 5 more) and $960 due at signing (non-refundable move-in fee $500, refundable application holding deposit $300, amenity use fee $100, and 2 more).

  • Rent

    $2,380 – $4,406/mo
  • Security deposit

    $200
  • Lease term

    12 months
  • Earliest move-in

    Oct 11

Monthly fees

Electric

$105/mo

Gas/Central Boiler

$11/mo

Monthly Tech Package

$25/mo

Pest Control

$3/mo

Sewer

$25/mo

Trash

$31/mo

Utility Billing Fee

$6/mo

Water

$15/mo

Due at signing

Amenity Use Fee

$100

Non-Refundable App Fee

$50

Non-Refundable Move-in Fee

$500

Refundable Application Holding Deposit

$300

Utility Setup Fee

$10

Amenities

Water Park Towers Apartments is pet friendly and has parking on site and in-unit washers and dryers. It lists 35 amenities, including 24-hour fitness center, private oversized balconies, and ev charging stations.

  • 24-Hour Fitness Center

  • Capital Bikeshare Nearby

  • Clubroom

  • Conference Rooms

  • Easy Highway And Transit Access

  • Ev Charging Stations

  • Grill Deck

  • Minutes From Pentagon And Airport

  • Near Crystal City Shops

  • Outdoor Lounge Area

  • Package Service With Notifications

  • Pet Friendly

  • Renovated Spaces

  • Resident Social Events

  • Smoke Free

  • Valet Dry Cleaning Service

  • Wi-Fi In Common Areas

  • 9-Foot Ceilings In Select Homes

  • Amazing Views Of The Potomac River

  • Central Heat And Air Conditioning With Programmable Thermostats

  • D.C. Monument Views

  • Floor-To-Ceiling Windows

  • Furniture Rental Available

  • Hard Surface Flooring

  • In-Home Washer And Dryer

  • Open And Reserved Parking

  • Private Oversized Balconies

  • Quartz Countertops

  • Renovated

  • Renovated Apartment Homes

  • Smart Home

  • Smart Home Technology

  • Stainless Steel Appliances

  • Walk-In Closet

  • Western Exposure


Amenity photos

  • Lobby

Location

1501 Crystal Dr, Arlington, VA, 22202


Resident reviews

Water Park Towers Apartments has a 3.9 out of 5 rating from more than 100 resident reviews. Residents rate maintenance (4.7) and location (4.7) highest and building quality (3.8) lowest.

3.9 · 100+ reviews
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management4.4
Location4.7
Amenities and Shared Spaces3.9
Building Quality3.8
Maintenance4.7
Overall100 reviews

Water Park Towers residents consistently praise the responsive, professional staff and convenient Crystal City location near Metro, with spacious apartments and strong amenities. Most concerns center on rent increases at renewal, occasional maintenance delays, and noise from nearby trains and airport traffic. The property maintains good cleanliness and offers reliable 24/7 concierge and maintenance services, though some residents report infrastructure issues like elevator problems and pest concerns.

Management and staff are consistently praised for responsiveness, professionalism, and going above and beyond to assist residents. The leasing team, office staff, maintenance, and concierge are frequently noted as helpful and friendly. However, some residents report significant concerns about aggressive communication from management, rent increases substantially above market rates, and inconsistent policy application regarding maintenance issues.

The property offers an excellent location with direct metro access across the street, walkable proximity to restaurants, shops, and grocery stores, and convenient access to major transit hubs and highways. Residents consistently praise the neighborhood's accessibility and the surrounding amenities, though some note occasional noise from nearby trains and airport traffic. The location is widely cited as a primary reason residents choose and remain at the property.

Residents consistently praise the property's excellent location near metro and amenities including a pool, gym, and fitness center, along with responsive maintenance staff. However, recurring concerns include elevator reliability issues, pest problems (particularly cockroaches), inconsistent common-area cleanliness, and significant rent increases at renewal. Package handling and parking security have also been noted as areas needing improvement.

Residents report mixed experiences with building quality. Positive reviews highlight sound insulation, responsive maintenance, and cleanliness, while negative reviews cite persistent elevator malfunctions, pest issues, water damage, and poor common area upkeep. Maintenance staff responsiveness is consistently praised, though some residents report that maintenance requests take extended periods to resolve. Building renovations have been ongoing but have not consistently improved overall condition.

Maintenance staff consistently receive praise for rapid response times and effective problem resolution, with most requests completed within 24 hours and emergency repairs handled promptly. However, some residents report ongoing building infrastructure issues including elevator malfunctions, water damage, pest concerns, and common area maintenance gaps that persist despite work orders. The property offers 24-hour maintenance service, though systemic building condition challenges appear to outpace repair capacity.

Summaries are written by AI from reviews residents posted on public review sites such as Google and ApartmentRatings. Each topic shows how many of those reviews discuss it.

Getting around

Water Park Towers Apartments is very walkable and very bikeable, and transit is good.

Walking
Very walkable
Grade B
Transit
Good
Grade C+
Biking
Very bikeable
Grade B

Climate and air quality

Air quality near Water Park Towers Apartments was good on 150 of the past 365 days, and at its worst in July (average AQI 75, moderate). Daily highs averaged 90°F in July, the warmest month, and lows averaged 24°F in January, the coldest.

Air quality

150 good-air days

of the past 365

: Moderate, AQI 52

Temperature

90° / 24°

average July high / January low

: 87° high, 65° low

Pollen

Moderate

Oct 14–18 forecast

Tree: none, grass: none, weed: moderate

MonthAverage highAverage lowAverage AQIGood-air days
January39°F24°F53 (moderate)15 of 31
February42°F26°F67 (moderate)8 of 28
March63°F40°F51 (moderate)15 of 31
April73°F51°F51 (moderate)14 of 30
May75°F56°F52 (moderate)14 of 31
June86°F67°F55 (moderate)8 of 30
July90°F71°F75 (moderate)3 of 31
August86°F70°F60 (moderate)5 of 31
September80°F64°F52 (moderate)14 of 30
October69°F51°F48 (good)17 of 31
November57°F40°F46 (good)20 of 30
December43°F29°F50 (good)17 of 31
Daily readings from Oct 15, 2025 to Oct 14, 2026. The pollen chart shows typical US seasons.

About this property

Park Towers Enjoy unrivaled access to all that the city has to offer here at Water Park Towers Apartments in Arlington, VA. Take one step out your door and you're already greeted by the finest dining, shopping and recreation. Perfect for those with an active lifestyle, we're right next to the scenic Mt. Vernon Trail and within walking distance to the Pentagon City mall. Inside our community, discover our newly renovated and stunning apartment homes. Be sure to take a swim in the Olympic size pool, relax by the fire pit and workout in the fitness center. Everything you need to live, work, play and thrive is right here at the Water Park Towers Apartments.


Nearby schools

The closest school to Water Park Towers Apartments is Sparkles-Crystal City Cdc, a private preschool 0.1 miles away. The closest public school is Oakridge Elementary School, 1.3 miles away.

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

Sparkles-Crystal City Cdc

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.1 mi

Crystal City Children's Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.3 mi

Bright Horizons-Crystal City

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.6 mi

Calvary Children's School

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.7 mi

Keshet Child Development Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.7 mi

Busy Bee Child Care

Private · Elementary
PrivateElementary0.8 mi

Veritas Collegiate Academy

Private · High
PrivateHigh0.9 mi

Bright Horizon Dc-Crystal City

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.9 mi

Oakridge Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary1.3 mi

Contact & management

Water Park Towers Apartments is managed by Equity Residential.


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