
Top Rated Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Washington, DC (232 Rentals)
Apartments in Washington with the best features, newest construction, and richest amenities.
Rental terms in Washington as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


The MO

Andover House

Capitol View on 14th

Arcade Sunshine

Onyx on First

The Garrett

AVA NoMa

The Kiley

Balsa

Capitol Rose

The Hale

Alta 801

Clover at The Parks

The Gantry DC

The 202

Beckert's Park

Riverpoint

The Shaw

Revel Apartments

Westbrooke Place

Jefferson Marketplace

The DeSoto Apartments

The Ellington

The Louis

Senate Square

Mass Court

Seventy1Hundred

The Lanes at Union Market

The Chase at Bryant Street

City Market at O

Theory

RESA

The Ashton at Judiciary Square

Illume

Coda on Half | Luxury Navy Yard / SE DC Apartments for Rent

Collection 14

The Kelvin

NOVEL South Capitol

1221 Van

The Vintage

Flats 130 at Constitution Square

Park Van Ness
Washington, DC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Washington?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Washington Studio Apartments | $2,134 | $895 | $10,000+ |
Washington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,575 | $724 | $10,000+ |
Washington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,353 | $850 | $10,000+ |
Washington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,895 | $1,018 | $10,000+ |
Washington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,944 | $1,089 | $10,000+ |
Washington 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,289 | $1,150 | $10,000+ |
Washington 6 Bedroom Apartments | $2,306 | $1,199 | $8,900 |
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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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term Washington Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Washington?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Washington is at Oakcrest Towers listed at $899.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Washington Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Washington is $3,443.
What is the largest Short-term Washington Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Washington is a 7,532 square feet unit starting from $4,110 at 3143 N St NW.
What is the average size for Washington Short-term Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Short-term rental in Washington is currently at 634 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
If you’re anything like most people, housing costs represent a huge chunk of your monthly budget. On top of that, moving can be both a stressful and expensive affair.

Signing Your Apartment Lease: The Basics
Written by: Trey Huguley
When you're about to sign a lease for the first time, it can feel a bit overwhelming. You don’t want to miss any important details hidden in the fine print.