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The Berkshire Apartments
4201 Massachusetts Ave NWWashington, DC 20016
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the American University Neighborhood of Washington, DC from $1,569 (8 Rentals)
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$1,815 - $3,154Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 10
Avalon at Foxhall
4100 Massachusetts Ave NWWashington, DC 20016
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4527 49th St NW, Unit Basement
4527 49th St NWWashington, DC 20016
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Greenbriar
4301 Massachusetts Ave NWWashington, DC 20016
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Cityline At Tenley
4101 Albemarle St NWWashington, DC 20016
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The Foxhall
4200 Massachusetts Ave NWWashington, DC 20016
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4339 Harrison St
4339 Harrison StWashington, DC 20015
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5025 Wisconsin Ave NW
5025 Wisconsin 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 | $1,681 | $1,569 | $2,720 |
| American University 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,057 | $1,840 | $2,660 |
| American University 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,142 | $2,739 | $3,600 |
| American University 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,675 | $4,500 | $4,800 |
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Cheapest Available American University Apartments for Rent
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Berkshire Apartments | 0x1 Classic | Studio,1BA | $1,569 |
| Spring Valley Apartments | 2BR (1BR + Den) - Unfurnished | 2BR,1BA | $2,800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in American University, DC
As of September 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the American University area is the $2.90 price per square foot 4527 49th St NW Model at 4527 49th St NW, Unit Basement in the in the Spring Valley neighborhood starting from $2,900. The second greatest value American University apartment is the 3BR ( 2BR+ Den) - Furnished Model at Spring Valley Apartments starting at $4,500 with a $5.40 price per square foot in the Spring Valley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for American University apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4527 49th St NW, Unit Basement | 4527 49th St NW | 2BR,1BA | $2.90 |
| Spring Valley Apartments | 3BR ( 2BR+ Den) - Furnished | 3BR,1BA | $5.40 |
| The Berkshire Apartments | 0x1 Renovated | Studio ,1BA | $4.64 |
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 $2,800.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in American University?
The cheapest apartment in American University is The Berkshire Apartments which is listed at $1,840, while the average apartment in American University costs $1,975.
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 91 regular apartments in American University that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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