
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Anacostia Neighborhood of Washington, DC from $825 (109 Rentals)
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2665 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE

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2200 Hunter Pl SE, Unit 101

Linwood Apartments

Langston Views

Room in Shared 7 bed/6 bath home in Dupont Park, Unit C

Room in Shared 7 bed/6 bath home in Dupont Park, Unit D

Room in Shared 7 bed/6 bath home in Dupont Park, Unit A

Naylor Gardens

Room in Shared 7 bed/6 bath home in Dupont Park, Unit F
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Skyland Apartments

1936 Naylor Rd SE

Room in Shared 7 bed/6 bath home in Dupont Park, Unit E

Room in Shared 7 bed/6 bath home in Dupont Park, Unit G

1608 W St SE

3107 Naylor Rd SE

1603 28th St SE

Hanover Courts

Fairlawn Marshall

3105 Naylor Rd SE
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2843 Minnesota Ave SE

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2514 N St SE

1422 W St SE

1601 18th St SE

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Park Naylor

2835 Gainesville St SE

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1411 Ridge Pl SE, Unit 2
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1733 Minnesota Ave SE

1508 V St SE

1630 16th St SE

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2429 Irving St SE, Unit Irving Street Apartments

Hillstone Apartments

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1411 Ridge Pl SE, Unit 4

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Washington View

2908 Fort Baker Dr SE

2700 Texas Ave SE, Unit 7

1625 Butler St SE
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816 Potomac Ave SE, Unit SI FL2-ID1152

Bowen Flats

1314 T St SE

2824 31st St SE

1204 Talbert St SE

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816 Potomac Ave SE, Unit SI FL3-ID1149

1516 Marion Barry Ave SE

2850 Hartford St SE, Unit 203

407 Lebaum St SE

Oxford Manor
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Anacostia, Washington, DC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Anacostia?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anacostia Studio Apartments | $2,172 | $1,910 | $3,295 |
| Anacostia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,374 | $825 | $4,586 |
| Anacostia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,195 | $1,100 | $6,128 |
| Anacostia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,055 | $900 | $3,500 |
| Anacostia 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,527 | $3,304 | $3,750 |
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Cheapest Available Anacostia Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Anacostia area of Washington, DC is a 1 Bed unit found at Greenwood Manor Apartments priced from $825. Langston Views has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Anacostia apartments for rent in Washington, DC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greenwood Manor Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Langston Views | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| 1723 27th Street SE | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $988 |
| 1936 Naylor Rd SE | 2 Bed, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,155 |
| Marlborough House | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,180 |
| 2806 O St SE | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| 1603 28th St SE | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Hanover Courts | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,220 |
| Fairlawn Marshall | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,226 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Anacostia, DC
As of September 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Anacostia area is the $1.00 price per square foot 2200 Hunter Pl SE Model at 2200 Hunter Pl SE, Unit 101 in the in the Southeast Washington neighborhood starting from $900. The second greatest value Anacostia apartment is the 3 Bed, 1.5 Bath Model at Greenwood Manor Apartments starting at $1,600 with a $1.86 price per square foot in the Southeast Washington neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Anacostia apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2200 Hunter Pl SE, Unit 101 | 2200 Hunter Pl SE | 3BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Greenwood Manor Apartments | 3 Bed, 1.5 Bath | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.86 |
| Maplewood Apartments | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| 2806 O St SE | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Howard Hill | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| 1603 28th St SE | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Rockburne Estates | 1 Bedroom Flat | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| 1936 Naylor Rd SE | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| Marlborough House | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.97 |
| Langston Views | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleAnacostia, Washington, DC
Ranked #110
Among cities in District of Columbia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Anacostia, Washington, DC
Ketcham Elementary School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Anacostia Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Anacostia?
The cheapest apartment in Anacostia is Greenwood Manor Apartments which is listed at $825, while the average apartment in Anacostia costs $1,957.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Anacostia?
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 30 regular apartments in Anacostia 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 Anacostia?
Cheap apartments in Anacostia have an average cost of $248 which is $1,709 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Anacostia.
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