
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Adams Morgan Neighborhood of Washington, DC from $1,200 (55 Rentals)
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The Chalfonte

The Croydon

The Promenade

The Diplomat

Lanier Apartments

2620 16th Street Apartments

1816 New Hampshire Ave NW

Dorchester House

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Dorchester West Apartments

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President Madison

Harvard Village

2402 20th St NW, Unit #3

Gelmarc Towers

Park Ellison

1811-1815 S St NW
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1820 Swann St NW

The Melwood

1826 Vernon St NW

1826 Vernon St NW

1835 Mintwood Pl NW

The Citadel

1927 17th St NW, Unit Unit 6

AdMo Heights

Harvard Hall

1816 Kalorama Rd NW
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2009 Wyoming Ave NW

Quarry

2388 Champlain St NW

The Shelburne Apartments

Chatham Courts

1615 Swann

Sarahs Circle

Park Terrace

The Calverton
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The Asher

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The Policy

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Park Crescent

1809 Belmont

Reed Row

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Adams Morgan, Washington, DC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Adams Morgan?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adams Morgan Studio Apartments | $1,838 | $1,533 | $2,463 |
| Adams Morgan 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,436 | $1,335 | $3,900 |
| Adams Morgan 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,547 | $1,281 | $6,570 |
| Adams Morgan 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,786 | $1,850 | $4,968 |
| Adams Morgan 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,250 | $5,250 | $5,250 |
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Cheapest Available Adams Morgan Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Adams Morgan area of Washington, DC is a Studio unit found at The Shelburne Apartments priced from $1,459. Chatham Courts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,500. Here are the most affordable Adams Morgan apartments for rent in Washington, DC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Shelburne Apartments | Renovated Studio 06 Tier | Studio,1BA | $1,459 |
| Chatham Courts | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
| Sarahs Circle | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $1,517 |
| The Chalfonte | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,533 |
| Park Terrace | STUDIO | 1BR,1BA | $1,549 |
| The Promenade | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,625 |
| The Diplomat | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,649 |
| The Croydon | Studio - Tier 11 | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
| Lanier Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| 2620 16th Street Apartments | Studios | Studio,1BA | $1,675 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Adams Morgan, DC
As of January 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Adams Morgan area is the $2.48 price per square foot 2 Bed 1 Bath Model at The Biltmore Apartments in the in the Lanier Heights neighborhood starting from $3,800. The second greatest value Adams Morgan apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at The Calverton starting at $3,790 with a $2.47 price per square foot in the Northwest Washington neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Adams Morgan apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Biltmore Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.48 |
| The Calverton | Three Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| Calvert Woodley | 1300 sqft Two Bed Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.08 |
| Embassy Tower Apartments | Two Bedroom/One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.13 |
| The Envoy | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.98 |
| Park Crescent | STUDIO | Studio ,1BA | $3.39 |
| President Madison | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.36 |
| Dorchester House | Studio Small | Studio ,1BA | $3.38 |
| Chatham Courts | Studio B | Studio ,1BA | $3.13 |
| Park Terrace | STUDIO | 1BR,1BA | $3.44 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Adams Morgan Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Adams Morgan?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Adams Morgan is under $1,675.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Adams Morgan?
The cheapest apartment in Adams Morgan is Park Terrace which is listed at $1,549, while the average apartment in Adams Morgan costs $5,250.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Adams Morgan?
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 23 regular apartments in Adams Morgan that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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