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5102 Warren Plz NW, Unit 2
5102 Warren Plz NWWashington, DC 20016
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the American University Neighborhood of Washington, DC from $1,239 (11 Rentals)
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Upton Place
4000 Wisconsin Ave NWWashington, DC 20016
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The Berkshire Apartments
4201 Massachusetts Ave NWWashington, DC 20016
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4000 Massachusetts Ave NWWashington, DC 20016
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The Elaine
3210 Wisconsin Ave NWWashington, DC 20016
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Avalon at Foxhall
4100 Massachusetts Ave NWWashington, DC 20016
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American University, Washington, DC Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in American University?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| American University Studio Apartments | $2,042 | $1,475 | $2,834 |
American University 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,866 | $1,239 | $5,395 |
| American University 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,493 | $2,600 | $7,995 |
| American University 3 Bedroom Apartments | $8,128 | $4,500 | $10,000+ |
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Getting Around the American University Neighborhood in Washington, DC
Walk Score®
76 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
60 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
44 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap American University Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in American University?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in American University is under $3,400.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in American University?
The cheapest apartment in American University is Upton Place which is listed at $1,676, while the average apartment in American University costs $7,765.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in American University?
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 11 regular apartments in American University 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 American University?
Cheap apartments in American University have an average cost of $185 which is $7,580 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in American University.
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