Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in the Downtown DC Neighborhood of Washington, DC (227 Rentals)

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Rental terms in the Downtown DC area of Washington as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.

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2303 14th St NWWashington, DC 20009
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Capitol Rose
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3 Months, 4 Months, 5 Months, 6 Months, 7 Months, 8 Mo
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Capitol Rose

1732 15th St NWWashington, DC 20009
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Alta 801
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Alta 801

801 New Jersey Ave NWWashington, DC 20001
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Modern on M
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3 Months, 4 Months, 5 Months, 6 Months, 7 Months, 8 Mo
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Modern on M

465 M St SWWashington, DC 20024
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Zen Apollo
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6 Months, 9 Months, 12 Months
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Zen Apollo

1234 Massachusetts Ave NWWashington, DC 20005
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The Louis
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3 Months, 4 Months, 5 Months, 6 Months, 7 Months, 8 Mo
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The Louis

1920-1934 14Th St NWWashington, DC 20009
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Balsa
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7 Months, 8 Months, 9 Months, 10 Months, 11 Months, 12
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Balsa

1313 L St NWWashington, DC 20005
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The Ashton at Judiciary Square
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6 Months, 7 Months, 8 Months, 9 Months, 10 Months, 11
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The Ashton at Judiciary Square

750 3rd St NWWashington, DC 20001
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Collection 14
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2 Months, 3 Months, 4 Months, 5 Months, 6 Months, 7 Mo
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Collection 14

1400 W St NWWashington, DC 20009
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Highbridge
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4 Months, 5 Months, 6 Months, 7 Months, 8 Months, 9 Mo
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Highbridge

2512 Q StWashington, DC 20007
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The Shaw
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6 Months, 7 Months, 8 Months, 9 Months, 10 Months, 11
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The Shaw

618 T St NWWashington, DC 20001
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1221 Van
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9 Months, 10 Months, 11 Months, 12 Months, 13 Months,
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1221 Van

1221 Van St SEWashington, DC 20003
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The Drake
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12 Months
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The Drake

1355 17th St NWWashington, DC 20036
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The Bond
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12 Months, 13 Months
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The Bond

1230 New Hampshire Ave NWWashington, DC 20036
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7th Flats
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7 Months, 8 Months, 9 Months, 10 Months, 11 Months, 12
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7th Flats

1825 7th St NWWashington, DC 20001
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Sonnet
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Sonnet

1441 U St NWWashington, DC 20009
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Truxton
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3 Months, 6 Months, 9 Months, 12 Months, 15 Months, 18
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Truxton

10 Florida Ave NWWashington, DC 20001
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Eliot on 4th
Short Term Available
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3 Months, 4 Months, 5 Months, 6 Months, 7 Months, 8 Mo
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Eliot on 4th

1001 4th St SWWashington, DC 20024
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The Aspen
Short Term Available
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3 Months, 4 Months, 5 Months, 6 Months, 7 Months, 8 Mo
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The Aspen

1011 4th St NWWashington, DC 20001
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Capital Plaza Apartments
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3 Months, 6 Months, 9 Months, 12 Months
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Capital Plaza Apartments

35 E St NWWashington, DC 20001
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Downtown Dc, Washington, DC

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Among neighborhoods in Washington, DC for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Pet Friendly Rating

Have furry friends? This part of town ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term Downtown DC Apartments

What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Downtown DC?

Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Downtown DC is at Cassell Co-Living listed at $1,320.

How much is the average rent for a Short-term Downtown DC Apartment?

The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Downtown DC is $3,859.

What is the largest Short-term Downtown DC Apartment for rent?

Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Downtown DC is a 6,315 square feet unit starting from $1,669 at Zen Apollo.

What is the average size for Downtown DC Short-term Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Short-term rental in Downtown DC is currently at 646 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.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

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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.

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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.

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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.