Cheap Apartments for Rent in the American University Neighborhood of Washington, DC from $1,500 (14 Rentals)

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4409 Brandywine St NW
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4409 Brandywine St NW

Washington, DC 20016
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4301 Massachusetts Ave NWWashington, DC 20016
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American University, Washington, DC Local Guide

Cheapest Available American University Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the American University area of Washington, DC is a Studio unit found at The Berkshire priced from $1,517. Quebec House has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,673. Here are the most affordable American University apartments for rent in Washington, DC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The BerkshireEFFMRStudio,1BA$1,517
Quebec HouseStudio AStudio,1BA$1,673
The Chancery Apartments1BR1BR,1BA$1,791
The Seasons ApartmentsNO 3 - Studio / Bethesda AveStudio,1BA$1,855
The ElaineStudioStudio,1BA$1,895

Best Value Apartments for Rent in American University, DC

As of February 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the American University area is the $5.34 price per square foot C1 Model at Sophia Bethesda in the in the Woodmont Triangle neighborhood starting from $7,680. The second greatest value American University apartment is the 2x2 Model at 4000 Massachusetts starting at $2,900 with a $2.29 price per square foot in the Georgetown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for American University apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Sophia BethesdaC13BR,2BA$5.34
4000 Massachusetts2x22BR,2BA$2.29
The Chancery Apartments1BR1BR,1BA$2.45
Solaire 7607 Old GeorgetownS1: JR 1BR/1BA 693 SF1BR,1BA$3.97
Spring Valley Apartments2BR (1BR + Den) - Furnished Apt2BR,1BA$5.22
The Seasons ApartmentsNO. 1 - Studio w/BalconyStudio ,1BA$3.14
Avalon at FoxhallS2Studio ,1BA$4.11
Quebec HouseStudio EStudio ,1BA$3.88
The ElaineStudioStudio ,1BA$4.15
The BerkshireEFFMStudio ,1BA$3.83

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
American University, Washington, DC

Ranked #106

Among neighborhoods in Washington, DC for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the American University Neighborhood in Washington, DC

Walk Score®

76 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

60 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

44 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap American University Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in American University?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in American University is at The Berkshire listed at $1,517.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom American University Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom American University Apartment is $1,791 at The Chancery Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom American University Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in American University is starting from $2,600 at 4000 Massachusetts.

What is the most affordable American University Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap American University Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Sophia Bethesda and starts from $7,525.

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