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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Congress Heights Neighborhood of Washington, DC from $600 (42 Rentals)
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Greenwood Manor Apartments
2343 Green St SEWashington, DC 20020
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2200 Hunter Pl SE, Unit 101
2200 Hunter Pl SEWashington, DC 20020
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Eagles Crossing Apartments
116 Irvington St SWWashington, DC 20032
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Savannah
3232-3242 13th St SEWashington, DC 20032
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30 Danbury St SE, Unit #3
30 Danbury St SEWashington, DC 20032
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Woodberry Village
2224 Savannah Ter SEWashington, DC 20020
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The Gardens
118 Galveston St SWWashington, DC 20032
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Delwin Apartments
4200 S Capitol St SEWashington, DC 20032
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Naylor Gardens
2725 30th St SEWashington, DC 20020
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The Renaissance Homes
3320-3322 Wheeler Rd SEWashington, DC 20032
10 Danbury St SE
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Matthews Memorial Terrace
2632 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SEWashington, DC 20020
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Madison Courts
32 Chesapeake St SWWashington, DC 20032
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Garden Village
1720 Trenton Pl SEWashington, DC 20020
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Friendship Courts Apartments
4632 Livingston Rd SEWashington, DC 20032
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The Residences at St. Elizabeth East
1100 Alabama Ave SEWashington, DC 20032
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1608 Jarvis Ave
Oxon HillMD20745
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South Pointe Apartments
2603 Southern AveTemple Hills, MD 20748
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The Milano
1002 Kennebec StOxon Hill, MD 20745
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Congress Heights, Washington, DC Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Congress Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Congress Heights Studio Apartments | $1,172 | $900 | $1,600 |
| Congress Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,340 | $750 | $2,321 |
| Congress Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,577 | $982 | $2,680 |
| Congress Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,087 | $900 | $3,500 |
| Congress Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,972 | $600 | $2,800 |
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Cheapest Available Congress Heights Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Congress Heights area of Washington, DC is a 1 Bed unit found at Greenwood Manor Apartments priced from $825. Eagles Crossing Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $932. Here are the most affordable Congress Heights apartments for rent in Washington, DC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Greenwood Manor Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Eagles Crossing Apartments | 1 Bdr Sm | 1BR,1BA | $932 |
| Woodberry Village | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| The Gardens | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Floor Plan | 1BR,1BA | $1,027 |
| Delwin Apartments | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| Matthews Memorial Terrace | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,106 |
| Harbor's Edge | Jr 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,117 |
| South Pointe Apartments | Luna | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Congress Heights, DC
As of May 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Congress Heights area is the $1.00 price per square foot 2200 Hunter Pl SE Model at 2200 Hunter Pl SE, Unit 101 in the in the Southeast Washington neighborhood starting from $900. The second greatest value Congress Heights apartment is the 3 Bed, 1.5 Bath Model at Greenwood Manor Apartments starting at $1,600 with a $1.86 price per square foot in the Southeast Washington neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Congress Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 2200 Hunter Pl SE, Unit 101 | 2200 Hunter Pl SE | 3BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Greenwood Manor Apartments | 3 Bed, 1.5 Bath | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.86 |
| Matthews Memorial Terrace | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Maplewood Apartments | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| The Vista | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Floor Plan | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| Rockburne Estates | 1 Bedroom Flat | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| Friendship Courts Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Delwin Apartments | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| 30 Danbury St SE, Unit #3 | 30 Danbury St SE | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| Eagles Crossing Apartments | 1 Bdr Sm | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCongress Heights, Washington, DC
Ranked #138
Among neighborhoods in Washington, DC for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Congress Heights, Washington, DC
Simon Elementary School
District Of Columbia Public Schools
Public School - Grades PK-5 (205)
2 out of 10
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Getting Around the Congress Heights Neighborhood in Washington, DC
Walk Score®
65 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
42 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
64 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
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 Cheap Congress Heights Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Congress Heights?
The cheapest apartment in Congress Heights is Greenwood Manor Apartments which is listed at $825, while the average apartment in Congress Heights costs $12,500.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Congress 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 88 regular apartments in Congress Heights that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Congress Heights?
Cheap apartments in Congress Heights have an average cost of $446 which is $12,054 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Congress Heights.
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