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Randolph Towers is a 509-unit, 21-story high-rise apartment building at 4001 North 9th Street, Arlington, VA 22203, located in the Ballston neighborhood approximately one block from the Ballston-MU Metro station on the Orange and Silver lines. Built in 1986 and managed by Dittmar Company, the building serves renters who need direct Metro access to Washington, DC and the Northern Virginia employment corridor.
The building offers studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and three-bedroom floor plans in both furnished and unfurnished configurations. Randolph Towers is a pet-free community, meaning pets of any kind are prohibited building-wide without exceptions. Total building square footage is approximately 529,920 square feet, placing it among the larger residential high-rises in the Ballston/East Falls Church submarket.
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One-bedroom unfurnished units at Randolph Towers start at approximately $2,530 per month (as of Q2 2026), and two-bedroom unfurnished units range from approximately $3,495 to $3,695 per month (as of Q2 2026). Furnished two-bedroom units carry a meaningful premium, priced at approximately $4,895 to $5,295 per month (as of Q2 2026).
Lease terms for unfurnished units typically run 6 to 12 months. Furnished units can start at 30 days, making them accessible for shorter assignments. Studio and three-bedroom pricing varies; contact the leasing office directly for current rates on those layouts.
Studio: Size varies; inquire directly. Unfurnished rent: inquire for current pricing. Furnished: N/A.
1 Bedroom: 580-800 sq ft. Unfurnished rent approx. $2,530+ (as of Q2 2026). Furnished available on select units.
2 Bedroom: 950-1,350 sq ft. Unfurnished rent approx. $3,495-$3,695+ (as of Q2 2026). Furnished approx. $4,895-$5,295+ (as of Q2 2026).
3 Bedroom: Size varies; inquire directly. Unfurnished rent: inquire for current pricing. Furnished: N/A.
The oversized floor plans are a consistent theme in resident feedback. Units here tend to be larger than those in newer Ballston construction, where developers optimize for unit count over individual square footage.
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Randolph Towers apartments include the following in-unit features:
Concrete walls between units provide meaningful noise reduction, something residents consistently describe as more effective than the glass-and-steel construction found in newer buildings.
Closet space is generous relative to the Ballston market. Updated units (marketed as "modernized") feature:
Community amenities include:
An indoor pool is referenced in resident reviews; confirm availability directly with the leasing office. The building does not allow pets of any kind, so renters with animals should factor this into their search early.
The Ballston-MU Metro station, the Washington Metro station on the Orange and Silver lines serving the Ballston neighborhood of Arlington, Virginia, sits approximately one block from Randolph Towers. This makes the building one of the more Metro-adjacent options in the corridor, a practical advantage for commuters who rely on rail transit daily.
From Ballston, riders reach Rosslyn in approximately 10 minutes and can transfer to the Red or Blue/Yellow lines for broader DC access. Pentagon and Pentagon City are directly reachable on the Orange and Silver lines. Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is approximately 15 minutes away by car or Metro transfer.
Rosslyn: ~10 min (Orange/Silver Metro).
Pentagon/Pentagon City: ~8-12 min (Orange/Silver Metro).
DC Metro Center: ~20-25 min (Orange/Silver Metro).
Reagan National Airport: ~15 min (by car or Metro transfer).
Dulles International Airport: ~37 min (by car).
Ballston Quarter, a mixed-use retail and dining destination, is within walking distance. Renters exploring the broader DC suburban corridor may find brightplace's guide to DC suburbs for downsizers useful for additional context.
Nearby essentials include:
Furnished units at Randolph Towers are professionally designed and fully equipped for stays of 30 days or longer. A furnished lease at this building includes furniture, household goods, and kitchen essentials at a monthly rate above the unfurnished equivalent. For a two-bedroom, the premium runs approximately $1,200 to $1,600 per month more than the unfurnished rate (as of Q2 2026).
This option primarily serves government employees on temporary assignment, contractors working in the DC metro area, relocating professionals who need immediate housing, and visitors requiring a home base for an extended period. Both Dittmar Company directly and third-party corporate housing providers offer furnished units in the building.
The distinction matters for budgeting. A furnished two-bedroom at approximately $4,895 to $5,295 per month (as of Q2 2026) eliminates the upfront cost of furnishing a unit, but the monthly premium adds up on longer stays. For assignments under six months, furnished often makes financial sense. Beyond that, running the numbers on an unfurnished unit plus furniture costs is worth doing.
Randolph Towers underwent a substantial modernization program that updated both individual units and community spaces. A modernized unit at Randolph Towers includes:
Resident reviews from the 2021 to 2022 period reference construction noise during the renovation work. More recent feedback (2023 through 2026) describes the building positively, with residents noting the updated finishes and improved common areas.
One honest tradeoff to consider: the building was constructed in 1986, and even post-renovation, unit layouts and ceiling heights reflect that era's design conventions. Renters seeking the open-plan aesthetic and floor-to-ceiling windows common in 2020s construction should factor this in. Not every unit may be equally renovated, so confirming the finish level of a specific unit directly with the leasing office is a practical step before applying.
Randolph Towers occupies a mid-tier position in the Ballston rental market. Its strengths are concrete construction with effective sound insulation, larger unit sizes than most newer buildings, and proximity to the Ballston-MU Metro station. The trade-offs include building age, design conventions from the 1980s, and a strict no-pet policy.
Randolph Towers: 1BR from ~$2,530+ (as of Q2 2026). Pet-free. Built 1986 (renovated).
Ballston Place (901 N Pollard St): 1BR at market rate. Pet policy: confirm with property. Year built: inquire.
Avalon Ballston Square (850 N Randolph St): 1BR at market rate. Pet policy: confirm with property. Year built: inquire.
Virginia Square Plaza (801 N Monroe St): 1BR at market rate. Pet policy: confirm with property. Year built: inquire.
Newer buildings like The Amelia (816 N Oakland St) offer contemporary finishes and pet-friendly policies, but often at a higher price point with smaller floor plans. Randolph Towers appeals to renters who prioritize space and value over brand-new construction. For renters comparing across the Arlington, VA apartment market, the decision often comes down to whether updated-but-older construction with larger layouts outweighs the polish of a newer build.
Before contacting the leasing office, here are the specifics that most listing pages leave out. The application fee is $50 per applicant (as of Q2 2026). An administrative fee of $400 (as of Q2 2026) is due at move-in. These are standard for the Arlington corridor but worth budgeting for in advance.
Lease terms run 6 to 12 months for unfurnished units and 30 days or more for furnished units. The leasing office is open Monday through Saturday, 9 AM to 6 PM, and Sunday, 12 PM to 6 PM. The building uses an online resident portal for maintenance requests and rent payments.
Parking is reserved and available at additional cost; confirm the current monthly rate with leasing directly. Dittmar Company manages multiple communities across the Arlington corridor, so renters comparing within the Dittmar portfolio can ask the leasing team about availability at sister properties. For current unit availability and floor plans, visit the property's official site at rentrt.com or search Ballston-area apartments on brightplace.
Randolph Towers is located at 4001 North 9th Street, Arlington, VA 22203. The building sits in the Ballston neighborhood, approximately one block from the Ballston-MU Metro station on the Orange and Silver lines. The leasing office can be reached at (703) 525-9000 during office hours.
As of Q2 2026, one-bedroom unfurnished units at Randolph Towers start at approximately $2,530 per month and two-bedroom unfurnished units range from approximately $3,495 to $3,695 per month. Furnished units carry a premium. Contact the leasing office directly for current pricing and availability, as rates vary by floor and lease term.
No. Randolph Towers is a pet-free community. This is a firm policy that applies building-wide. Renters with pets will need to consider other Ballston-area buildings. Several nearby Dittmar properties also do not allow pets; confirm directly with each building before applying.
Yes, furnished units are available at Randolph Towers for stays of 30 days or longer. Furnished apartments are professionally designed and fully equipped, including furniture, household goods, and kitchen essentials. Pricing is meaningfully higher than unfurnished equivalents. Both Dittmar Company and third-party corporate housing providers offer furnished units in the building.
The Ballston-MU Metro station is approximately one block from Randolph Towers, making it one of the closer Metro-adjacent buildings in the Ballston corridor. The Orange and Silver lines provide direct access to Rosslyn in roughly 10 minutes and to DC's core in approximately 20 to 25 minutes.
Randolph Towers is not a recognized historic landmark. The building was constructed in 1986 and has since undergone a comprehensive modernization program. It is a concrete high-rise with 21 stories and 509 units. Its relevance to renters is practical rather than historic: location, size, and Metro access.
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