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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the American University Neighborhood of Washington, DC from $1,200 (12 Rentals)
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The Woodner
3636 16th St NWWashington, DC 20010
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The Berkshire Apartments
4201 Massachusetts Ave NWWashington, DC 20016
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4000 Massachusetts
4000 Massachusetts Ave NWWashington, DC 20016
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AdMo Heights
1777 Columbia Rd NWWashington, DC 20009
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Avalon at Foxhall
4100 Massachusetts Ave NWWashington, DC 20016
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Sophia Bethesda
4924 Saint Elmo AveBethesda, MD 20814
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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 | $1,946 | $1,475 | $2,834 |
| American University 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,941 | $1,239 | $5,095 |
| American University 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,654 | $2,600 | $7,995 |
| American University 3 Bedroom Apartments | $8,284 | $4,500 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available American University Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the American University area of Washington, DC is a Studio unit found at The Woodner priced from $1,475. 4000 Massachusetts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,550. Here are the most affordable American University apartments for rent in Washington, DC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Woodner | Standard Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,475 |
| 4000 Massachusetts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
| The Berkshire Apartments | Studio 1 Bath Renovated | Studio,1BA | $1,615 |
| Avalon at Foxhall | S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,045 |
| AdMo Heights | The Studio SF | Studio,1BA | $2,330 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in American University, DC
As of May 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the American University area is the $5.51 price per square foot C2 Model at Sophia Bethesda in the in the Woodmont Triangle neighborhood starting from $8,025. The second greatest value American University apartment is the S1: JR 1BR/1BA 693 SF Model at Solaire 7607 Old Georgetown starting at $2,750 with a $3.97 price per square foot in the Woodmont Triangle 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sophia Bethesda | C2 | 3BR,3BA | $5.51 |
| Solaire 7607 Old Georgetown | S1: JR 1BR/1BA 693 SF | 1BR,1BA | $3.97 |
| Residences at Mazza | 1 Bed/1 Bath-C1MB | 1BR,1BA | $4.41 |
| 5102 Warren Plz NW, Unit 1 | 5102 Warren Plz NW | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| Avalon at Foxhall | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $3.71 |
| Upton Place | Wisconsin Penthouse | 1BR,1BA | $5.62 |
| 4000 Massachusetts | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.26 |
| AdMo Heights | The Studio SF | Studio ,1BA | $5.51 |
| The Berkshire Apartments | Studio 1 Bath Renovated | Studio ,1BA | $4.04 |
| The Woodner | Standard Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.77 |
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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 $2,890.
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 $1,900, while the average apartment in American University costs $7,860.
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 62 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 $1,086 which is $6,774 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in American University.
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