Cheap Apartments for Rent in Washington, DC from $500(996 Rentals)

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530 Ingraham St NE
$9254 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for RentAvailable Now

530 Ingraham St NE

Washington, DC 20011
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1404 Trinidad Ave NE
$9253 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for RentAvailable Now

1404 Trinidad Ave NE

Washington, DC 20002
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1334 Newton St NE
$9502 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for RentAvailable Now

1334 Newton St NE

Washington, DC 20017
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529 42nd St NE
$1,0005 Bedroom, 3 Bath Home for RentAvailable Jan 7, 2025

529 42nd St NE

Washington, DC 20019
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503 Randolph St NW
$1,0254 Bedroom, 3 Bath Home for RentAvailable Jan 31, 2025

503 Randolph St NW

Washington, DC 20011
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735 Girard St NW
$1,0254 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for RentAvailable Now

735 Girard St NW

Washington, DC 20001
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3305 7th St NE
$1,0256 Bedroom, 6 Bath Home for RentAvailable Now

3305 7th St NE

Washington, DC 20017
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1242 11th St NW
$1,0755 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for RentAvailable Now

1242 11th St NW

Washington, DC 20001
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511 G St SW
$1,0757 Bedroom, 3 Bath Home for RentAvailable Jan 20, 2025

511 G St SW

Washington, DC 20024
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1227 Harvard St NW
$1,1004 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for RentAvailable Now

1227 Harvard St NW

Washington, DC 20009
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764 Columbia Rd NW
$1,1255 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for RentAvailable Now

764 Columbia Rd NW

Washington, DC 20001
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773 10th St
$1,1254 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for RentAvailable Jan 31, 2025

773 10th St

Washington, DC 20003
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616 Orleans Pl NE
$1,1503 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for RentAvailable Now

616 Orleans Pl NE

Washington, DC 20002
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1727 New Jersey Ave NW
$1,1504 Bedroom, 3 Bath Home for RentAvailable Now

1727 New Jersey Ave NW

Washington, DC 20001
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1329 E St NE
$1,1755 Bedroom, 3 Bath Home for RentAvailable Feb 3, 2025

1329 E St NE

Washington, DC 20002
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3618 Warren St NW
$1,2005 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for RentAvailable Jan 31, 2025

3618 Warren St NW

Washington, DC 20008
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423 Mellon St SE
$1,2001 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for RentAvailable Now

423 Mellon St SE

Washington, DC 20032
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600 7th St SW
$1,2257 Bedroom, 4 Bath Home for RentAvailable Now

600 7th St SW

Washington, DC 20024
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1425 West St NW
$1,2258 Bedroom, 3 Bath Home for RentAvailable Now

1425 West St NW

Washington, DC 20009
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Washington, DC Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Washington, DC

Pricing Updated: 12/26/2024

Current apartment rentals in the Washington, DC area range in price from $258 to $29,800 with an overall median price of $4,038. The three Washington neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Woodridge at $925, Marlton at $1,593, and Rosaryville at $1,395. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Washington Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Woodridge$1,625$9252
Marlton$1,769$1,5936
Rosaryville$1,769$1,39510
Cheltenham Park$1,770$1,3997
Lancaster$1,826$1,34332
Berkshire$1,915$724314
Suitland Silver Hill$1,920$724439
Suitland Town Center$1,925$975247
Putters Choice$1,928$1,5937
Oxon Run Hills$1,934$1,000179

Cheapest Available Washington Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Washington, DC is a 1 Bed unit found at Conifer Village at Oakcrest - Senior Living in the Oakland neighborhood priced from $724. Allium Place in the Halpine neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $737. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Washington apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Conifer Village at Oakcrest - Senior Living1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$724
Allium PlaceOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$737
Oakcrest TowersStudioStudio,1BA$899
Paradise At Parkside Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$900
R Street Apartments2BR2BR,1BA$938
Mayfair MansionsOne Bedroom- 1A1BR,1BA$974
The Varsity Maryland4 Bedroom - 3 Bath (4A)4BR,3BA$999
Birchwood at Newton Green 62+ Community1 BEDROOM1BR,1BA$1,000
Sheridan ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,029

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Washington, DC

As of December 27, 2024 the best value apartment in the Washington area is the $0.68 price per square foot Penthouse Overlook Model at Viva at Capitol Hill in the in the Carver Langston neighborhood starting from $1,409. The second greatest value Washington apartment is the 2617 Douglass Pl SE Model at 2617 Douglass Pl SE, Unit 303 starting at $2,000 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the Southeast Washington neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Washington apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Viva at Capitol HillPenthouse Overlook6BR,6BA$0.68
2617 Douglass Pl SE, Unit 3032617 Douglass Pl SE1BR,1BA$1.25
Whitehall Square Apartments2 Bedrooms + 1.5 Baths2BR,1.5BA$1.26
1238 Meigs Pl NE, Unit 31238 Meigs Pl NE2BR,1BA$1.25
The Varsity Maryland3 Bedroom - 3 Bath (3C)3BR,3BA$1.13
Parkside at College Park2X2 B2BR,2BA$1.15
Woodland Springs2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.19
2200 Hunter Pl SE, Unit 1012200 Hunter Pl SE3BR,1BA$1.00
Conifer Village at Oakcrest - Senior Living1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.03
Allium PlaceOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.10

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Washington Overview

You may know Washington D.C., the capital of the United States, primarily as the seat of power in the American government. However, besides its fame for playing host to the White House and Capitol Hill, D.C. is also a cultural mecca. It is one of the most globally diverse places to live in the world, making the social and artistic scenes varied and plentiful. From historical monuments to boozy, late-night cafes, DC life is definitely not all work and no play, though the city is a humming business center by day. The District of Columbia can be a wonderful place for families to grow, in a variety of habitats. Historic neighborhood townhouses, high-rise condos and more line the streets. If you’re looking for an urban lifestyle and a dynamic place to live, finding you new home among the many wonderful Washington DC apartments is worth a look.

Why live in Washington, DC?

There’s a sense of excitement in the air a lot of the time in Washington D.C. The ethnic and cultural diversity add to the vital social scene. The global leaders operating around you add to the sense of historical importance of the place. And the world-class universities bring young people to keep the city vibrant, and attract major artists, scientists and thinkers to the scene. No matter what neighborhood in D.C. you live in, you’re likely to be neighbors with someone who does something cool or interesting. D.C. has history, an impressive downtown district, charming brownstone blocks, major industry, and tons of free public parks, monuments and museums. The global cuisine is delicious, and there is culture all around you. What’s not to love?

Washington, DC
Population: 702,455

Ranked #20

in US Census Population by City

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Washington, DC

Ranked #1

Among cities in District of Columbia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Washington, DC

Walk Score®

86 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

80 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

75 / 100

Excellent Transit

Transit is convenient for most trips

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Washington Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Washington?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Washington is at Oakcrest Towers listed at $899.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Washington Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Washington Apartment is $724 at Conifer Village at Oakcrest - Senior Living.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Washington is starting from $891 at Allium Place.

What is the most affordable Washington Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Washington Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Allium Place and starts from $1,019.

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