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2325 15th St NWWashington, DC 20009
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1445 Ogden St NWWashington, DC 20010
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2523 13th St NWWashington, DC 20009
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Columbia Heights, Washington, DC Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Columbia Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia Heights Studio Apartments | $2,053 | $1,350 | $5,500 |
| Columbia Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,723 | $868 | $4,741 |
| Columbia Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,587 | $1,297 | $6,190 |
| Columbia Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,775 | $4,700 | $4,850 |
| Columbia Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,100 | $4,800 | $5,400 |
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Cheapest Available Columbia Heights Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Columbia Heights area of Washington, DC is a Studio unit found at Adams Garden Towers priced from $1,500. Tivoli Gardens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,511. Here are the most affordable Columbia Heights apartments for rent in Washington, DC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adams Garden Towers | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
| Tivoli Gardens | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $1,511 |
| The Yorkshire | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $1,599 |
| The Libretto | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,600 |
| The Catherine | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
| Allegro | Style A5 | Studio,1BA | $1,694 |
| Highview and Castle Manor | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,702 |
| Highland Park at Columbia Heights Metro | Studio A4 | Studio,1BA | $1,795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbia Heights, DC
As of March 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Columbia Heights area is the $2.53 price per square foot 1371 Perry Pl NW Model at 1371 Perry Pl NW in the in the Howard University neighborhood starting from $5,100. The second greatest value Columbia Heights apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Warder Mansion starting at $2,935 with a $3.27 price per square foot in the Howard University neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Columbia Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 1371 Perry Pl NW | 1371 Perry Pl NW | 3BR,3BA | $2.53 |
| Warder Mansion | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $3.27 |
| Park Road Courts | One bed one bath Park Road | 1BR,1BA | $3.03 |
| 1119 Clifton St NW, Unit B | 1119 Clifton St NW | 1BR,1BA | $2.18 |
| The Cromwell | One Bedroom Large | 1BR,1BA | $2.45 |
| The Isabella | 2br with Patio/balcony | 2BR,1BA | $3.30 |
| Tivoli Gardens | 1 BDRM | 1BR,1BA | $2.83 |
| 3578 13th St NW, Unit English Basement | 3578 13th St NW | Studio ,1BA | $2.50 |
| Adams Garden Towers | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.33 |
| The Yorkshire | Studio A | Studio ,1BA | $3.63 |
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Getting Around the Columbia Heights Neighborhood in Washington, DC
Walk Score®
94 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
91 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
79 / 100
Excellent Transit
Transit is convenient for most trips
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Columbia Heights Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Columbia Heights?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Columbia Heights is under $1,795.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Columbia Heights?
The cheapest apartment in Columbia Heights is Adams Garden Towers which is listed at $1,700, while the average apartment in Columbia Heights costs $5,100.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Columbia Heights?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 105 regular apartments in Columbia Heights that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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