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The Alder

$2,076 – $4,419/mo

136 W Falls Station Blvd, Falls Church, VA 22046

What floor plans are available at The Alder?

The Alder currently lists 25 floor plans across 33 available units, from studio to two-bedroom, starting at $2,076/mo. 7 studios from $2,076 to $2,253/mo (529–595 sq ft), earliest move-in Sep 23. 15 one-bedrooms from $2,379 to $2,789/mo (616–814 sq ft), earliest move-in Sep 24. 11 two-bedrooms from $3,394 to $4,419/mo (981–1,277 sq ft), earliest move-in Sep 23. Prices checked September 24, 2026.

Studio-S18c

Starting at $2,076

Studio • 1 Bath • 578 Sq Ft

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
454$2,076578Sep 23

Studio-S18b

Starting at $2,111

Studio • 1 Bath • 591 Sq Ft

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
450$2,111591Sep 23

Studio-S19

Starting at $2,111

Studio • 1 Bath • 571 Sq Ft

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
877$2,111571Sep 23

Studio-S20

Starting at $2,131

Studio • 1 Bath • 595 Sq Ft

3 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
427$2,131595Sep 23
527$2,136595Sep 23
610$2,146595Sep 23

Studio-S12a

Starting at $2,253

Studio • 1 Bath • 529 Sq Ft

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
537$2,253529Sep 26

1 Bed 1 Bath-A12-C

Starting at $2,379

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 693 Sq Ft

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
556$2,379693Oct 6

1 Bed 1 Bath-A13-C

Starting at $2,389

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 705 Sq Ft

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
768$2,389705Oct 11

1 Bed 1 Bath-A13b

Starting at $2,392

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 705 Sq Ft

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
305$2,392705Sep 29

1 Bed 1 Bath-A10

Starting at $2,419

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 667 Sq Ft

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
805$2,419667Nov 13

1 Bed 1 Bath-A13

Starting at $2,424

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 705 Sq Ft

3 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
830$2,464705Oct 7
840$2,499705Oct 21
428$2,424705Nov 9

1 Bed 1 Bath-A2

Starting at $2,429

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 616 Sq Ft

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
822$2,429616Sep 24

1 Bed 1 Bath-A4-C

Starting at $2,451

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 630 Sq Ft

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
767$2,451630Oct 3

1 Bed 1 Bath-A12

Starting at $2,459

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 693 Sq Ft

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
641$2,459693Oct 6

1 Bed 1 Bath-A7

Starting at $2,459

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 650 Sq Ft

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
843$2,509650Oct 6
620$2,459650Oct 27

1 Bed 1 Bath-A6

Starting at $2,499

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 645 Sq Ft

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
836$2,499645Nov 2

1 Bed 1 Bath-A16-C

Starting at $2,569

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 742 Sq Ft

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
751$2,569742Sep 25

1 Bed 1 Bath Den-A1D

Starting at $2,789

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 814 Sq Ft

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
522$2,789814Oct 7

2 Bed 2 Bath-B2a-C

Starting at $3,394

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 981 Sq Ft

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
764$3,394981Sep 24

2 Bed 2 Bath-B4a

Starting at $3,504

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,022 Sq Ft

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
848$3,5041,022Nov 21

2 Bed 2 Bath-B6

Starting at $3,569

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,056 Sq Ft

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
411$3,5691,056Sep 23
433$3,5691,056Sep 23

2 Bed 2 Bath-B2-C

Starting at $3,726

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 981 Sq Ft

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
762$3,726981Sep 23
862$3,766981Sep 23

2 Bed 2 Bath-B5a

Starting at $3,974

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,055 Sq Ft

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
621$3,9741,055Sep 23
517$3,9891,055Oct 5

2 Bed 2 Bath-B8

Starting at $3,981

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,179 Sq Ft

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
578$3,9811,179Sep 23

2 Bed 2 Bath Den-B8D

Starting at $4,279

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,262 Sq Ft

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
524$4,2791,262Sep 23

2 Bed 2 Bath Den-B9D-C

Starting at $4,419

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,277 Sq Ft

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
455$4,4191,277Oct 8

What are the fees and lease terms at The Alder?

Rent at The Alder is $2,076 – $4,419 per month. The earliest listed move-in is Sep 23. Prices checked September 24, 2026.

  • Rent

    $2,076 – $4,419/mo

  • Earliest move-in

    Sep 23

What amenities does The Alder have?

The Alder lists 24 amenities, including a gym, a pool, and parking.

  • 24 Hour Availability

  • Additional Storage Available

  • Bike Storage

  • Business Center

  • Clubhouse

  • Concierge Service

  • Conference Room

  • Covered Parking

  • Elevator

  • Fitness Center

  • Free Weights

  • Gated Access

  • Group Exercise

  • Library

  • Near Public Transit

  • On-Site Maintenance

  • Package Service

  • Parking Garage

  • Recycling

  • Smoke-Free Community

  • Swimming Pool

  • Tv Lounge

  • Walking/Biking Trails

  • Wi-Fi In Common Areas

What do the amenities at The Alder look like?

  • Lobby

Where is The Alder?

The Alder is at 136 W Falls Station Blvd, Falls Church, VA 22046.

136 W Falls Station Blvd, Falls Church, VA 22046

Residents give The Alder a B grade (about 4.2 out of 5) from 100+ reviews. The Alder offers a modern, well-maintained community with strong staff responsiveness and quality amenities, though residents report persistent infrastructure challenges including door malfunctions, elevator outages, and sound transmission issues. Maintenance and leasing teams are consistently praised for professionalism and quick response, while some residents experience frustration with building access, parking logistics, and communication gaps during ongoing construction.

4.20 · 100+ reviews
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management4.2
Location4.5
Building Quality3.0
Maintenance4.9
Amenities and Shared Spaces4.5

The Alder offers a modern, well-maintained community with strong staff responsiveness and quality amenities, though residents report persistent infrastructure challenges including door malfunctions, elevator outages, and sound transmission issues. Maintenance and leasing teams are consistently praised for professionalism and quick response, while some residents experience frustration with building access, parking logistics, and communication gaps during ongoing construction. Overall satisfaction is high among those prioritizing service and location, but structural concerns and operational inconsistencies warrant consideration.

Management and leasing staff receive predominantly positive feedback for responsiveness, professionalism, and customer service, particularly during the move-in process. However, a notable minority of residents report communication breakdowns after move-in, including unresolved maintenance issues and lack of follow-up on reported problems. Concierge and maintenance teams are consistently praised for efficiency and friendliness, though some residents cite concerns about infrastructure reliability and policy clarity around insurance requirements.

The Alder offers a highly convenient location with excellent walkability to shopping, dining, transit access including nearby Metro, and major commute routes like I-66. Most residents praise the proximity to amenities such as grocery stores and restaurants within walking distance. However, parking logistics present a notable drawback, with third-party management, QR code gate access, and a $150/month fee that some residents find inconvenient and overpriced. Construction in the surrounding area affects some units with noise and temporarily blocks certain pedestrian pathways to transit.

The Alder presents a mixed building quality experience with significant concerns about noise insulation and infrastructure reliability. Residents report thin floors and walls that transmit neighbor noise and external sounds, particularly from upper units and HVAC systems, though experiences vary by unit location. Elevators, doors, and other building systems experience frequent malfunctions with extended downtime, while maintenance staff generally respond promptly to repair requests. The building is modern and well-maintained cosmetically, but structural and mechanical issues create ongoing disruptions.

Maintenance at this property receives consistently high marks for responsiveness and professionalism. Work orders are typically resolved within 24 hours, with staff arriving promptly and completing repairs effectively on the first attempt. While the maintenance team is praised for their efficiency and care, some residents note that underlying building infrastructure issues—such as elevator malfunctions, door failures, and water main breaks—persist despite quick staff response.

The Alder offers well-maintained common areas, a well-equipped gym, and responsive maintenance service that typically resolves issues within 24 hours. Amenities including the gym, pool, study rooms, and courtyard are frequently praised, though parking presents a notable drawback with QR-code access, third-party billing at $150/month, and inconvenient garage layout. Package delivery and mail room access are cited as operational challenges, and construction-related noise affects some units.

Is The Alder walkable?

The Alder is walkable (grade C) and biking is somewhat bikeable (grade D+).

WALK

Walkable

BIKE

Somewhat Bikeable

What is The Alder like?

Live in the center of it all at The Alder. Come home to a community inspired by nature's timeless design where warm, inviting spaces, thoughtful services, and sophisticated finishes curate the ultimate living experience.

Live in the center of it all at The Alder. Come home to a community inspired by nature's timeless design where warm, inviting spaces, thoughtful services, and sophisticated finishes curate the ultimate living experience. This modern apartment community offers thoughtfully designed homes ranging from studios to two-bedrooms. Situated in the dynamic West Falls neighborhood, The Alder offers residents abundant space to dine, unwind and socialize, with unparalleled access to the neighborhood's pedestrian-friendly paths, sidewalks, and green spaces. Residents will also enjoy convenient access to the neighborhood's diverse range of restaurants, shops and services.

How big is The Alder?

The Alder is an apartment.

  • Building

    Apartment

What schools are near The Alder?

Mt. Daniel School is 0.5 miles from The Alder. 10 schools are listed nearby.

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

Mt. Daniel School

Public · Elementary		PublicElementary0.5 mi

St Joseph's Pre-School

Private · Elementary		PrivateElementary0.7 mi

St. James Catholic School

Private · Middle		PrivateMiddle0.7 mi

Oak Street Elementary School

Public · Elementary		PublicElementary0.9 mi

Acton Academy Falls Church

Private · Elementary		PrivateElementary0.9 mi

Timber Lane Elementary School

Public · Elementary		PublicElementary1.2 mi

Falls Church Community Center Pre-School

Private · Preschool		PrivatePreschool1.2 mi

Renaissance Montessori School

Private · Preschool		PrivatePreschool1.4 mi

St James Extended Day Care

Private · Preschool		PrivatePreschool1.4 mi

Columbia Baptist Child Development Center

Private · Preschool		PrivatePreschool1.5 mi

How do I contact The Alder?

The Alder is managed by Bozzuto. Call 844.236.7627 to tour or ask about availability.

Bozzuto

Property manager