Cheap Homes for Rent in U Street Neighborhood of Washington, DC from $1,000 (4 Rentals)

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Best Value Apartments for Rent in U Street, DC

As of March 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the U Street area is the $4.08 price per square foot B14 Model at The Ellington in the in the Howard University neighborhood starting from $4,330. The second greatest value U Street apartment is the B02 Model at Reverb starting at $3,490 with a $3.39 price per square foot in the Edgewood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for U Street apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The EllingtonB142BR,2BA$4.08
ReverbB022BR,2BA$3.39
1301 Thomas CircleTwo Bedroom B1B2BR,1BA$3.79
The Envoy1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.04
Arcade SunshineB-B11BR,1BA$3.46
The Promenade1 Bedroom Townhouse1BR,1.5BA$3.86
Capitol View on 14thOne Bedroom A1D1BR,1BA$3.64
1724 Kalorama Rd NW1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.00
Highland Park at Columbia Heights MetroStudio A4Studio ,1BA$3.93
Adams Garden TowersStudioStudio ,1BA$3.33

Frequently Asked Questions about U Street

What type of rentals are currently available in U Street?

There are currently 260 Apartments for Rent in U Street, DC with pricing that ranges from $868 to $12,500. There are also 31 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in U Street ranging from $1,050 to $5,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in U Street?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in U Street ranges from $1,050 to $5,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,716.

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