
Cheap Homes for Rent in Brightwood Neighborhood of Washington, DC from $1,300 (6 Rentals)
Cheap Homes in the Brightwood area of Washington.


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Brightwood, Washington, DC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Brightwood?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Brightwood 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,436 | $2,095 | $2,800 |
Brightwood 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,639 | $3,100 | $4,300 |
Brightwood 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,641 | $4,350 | $5,200 |
Brightwood 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,000 | $8,000 | $8,000 |
Brightwood 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,700 | $6,700 | $6,700 |
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There are currently 6 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Brightwood Neighborhood of Washington, DC.
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Cheapest Available Brightwood Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Brightwood area of Washington, DC is a 1 Bed unit found at Cypress on Vine priced from $1,100. Longfellow Arms has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,199. Here are the most affordable Brightwood apartments for rent in Washington, DC:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Cypress on Vine | Private Bed & Shared Bath / 6 Person Suite | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
Longfellow Arms | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,199 |
Walter Reed Apartments | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $1,237 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Brightwood, DC
As of May 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Brightwood area is the $2.66 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at The Rittenhouse in the in the Rock Creek Forest neighborhood starting from $2,930. The second greatest value Brightwood apartment is the B1 - 2 Bedroom Model at Takoma Flats starting at $2,339 with a $2.61 price per square foot in the North Takoma Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Brightwood apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Rittenhouse | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.66 |
Takoma Flats | B1 - 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.61 |
The JC Layne at Georgia | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $2.88 |
The Van Buren | Lge Studio-1 Bath-Tier 11 | Studio ,1BA | $2.49 |
Blair Park Gardens | 807 Juniper St. Takoma Park MD 20912 | 1BR,1BA | $2.39 |
Longfellow Arms | Studio, 1 bath | Studio ,1BA | $2.07 |
Motif | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.79 |
Brightwood Communities | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.70 |
Summit Hills | Studio 1Bathroom | Studio ,1BA | $2.73 |
Walter Reed Apartments | Efficiency | Studio ,1BA | $2.60 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Brightwood
What type of rentals are currently available in Brightwood?
There are currently 256 Apartments for Rent in Brightwood, DC with pricing that ranges from $775 to $5,956. There are also 21 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Brightwood ranging from $1,375 to $8,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Brightwood?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Brightwood ranges from $1,375 to $8,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,094.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Brightwood?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Brightwood range from $1,250 to $4,879, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,100 to $4,300. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,350 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,250.
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