1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Washington, DC (4,710 Rentals)

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Cortland Mount Vernon
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$2,298 - $3,398
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$2,106 - $14,548
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Cortland Mount Vernon

443 New York Ave NWWashington, DC 20001
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Reynard
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$1,844 - $2,486
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$1,824 - $3,553
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Reynard

1100 Dahlia St NWWashington, DC 20012
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Annex on 12th
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$2,556 - $11,857
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$2,087 - $13,564
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Annex on 12th

300 12th St SWWashington, DC 20024
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Banner Lane
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$1,752 - $3,247
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$1,708 - $4,417
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$1,708 - $4,417
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Banner Lane

44 Banner LnWashington, DC 20001
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Vermeer
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$2,395 - $3,382
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$2,131 - $10,485
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Vermeer

113 Potomac Ave SWWashington, DC 20024
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The Iris
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$1,715 - $2,865
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$1,529 - $3,990
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The Iris

7 M St NEWashington, DC 20002
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Upton Place
$2,406 - $4,150
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$2,406 - $8,995
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Upton Place

4000 Wisconsin Ave NWWashington, DC 20016
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The Woodner
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$2,040 - $2,220
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$1,248 - $2,220
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The Woodner

3636 16th St NWWashington, DC 20010
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Aviator House
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$2,775 - $6,360
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$2,302 - $8,377
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Aviator House

1625 Massachusetts Ave NWWashington, DC 20036
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Washington, DC Local Guide

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Washington 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: July 18, 2026

There are currently 95649 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Washington, DC that range in price from $750 to $17,229. Ronald Reagan National Airport, LeDroit Park Bloomingdale and Anacostia Southeast are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Washington with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Ronald Reagan National Airport996$2,433$750
LeDroit Park Bloomingdale925$2,495$868
Anacostia Southeast868$2,274$750
Fort McNair846$2,489$825
Southwest/Navy Yard836$2,499$825
Columbia Heights South809$2,508$838
Beverly Hills804$2,458$1,224
The Pentagon799$2,574$1,100
Potomac West778$2,460$1,312
Arlandria754$2,484$1,312

Largest Available Washington 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Washington, DC is found at Zen Apollo in the Mount Vernon Square neighborhood and is 4,483 square feet priced from $8,765. R Street Apartments has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,535 square feet and currently listed start at $2,400. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Washington:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Zen ApolloCommercial C-10154,483 Sq Ft$8,765
R Street Apartments1MKT1,535 Sq Ft$2,400
Oaks at Oxon Hill1E Pine1,317 Sq Ft$1,458
The Gramercy1 Bedroom + Loft, 1 Bath 1302 SF AL71,302 Sq Ft$3,627
2201 Wisconsin1081,211 Sq Ft$3,600
Elle1 Bed/2 Bath JR Den-ABJD051,208 Sq Ft$5,498
London Normandy House1 Bedroom - 1 Bath | A021,200 Sq Ft$2,434
Newport VillageOne Bedroom A1AD1,200 Sq Ft$1,775
The 1201 Apartments1 Bedroom - 2 Bath1,195 Sq Ft$2,425
Highland Park at Columbia Heights MetroC3 Loft1,190 Sq Ft$3,199

Cheapest Available Washington 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of July 18, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Washington, DC is the One Bedroom Model starting from $776 at The Residences at Forest Glen in the Rosemary Hills neighborhood. The second most affordable Washington 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bdr Lg Model at Eagles Crossing Apartments starting at $785 in the Northeast Alexandria neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Washington is currently $2,439. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Washington:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The Residences at Forest GlenOne Bedroom$776
Eagles Crossing Apartments1 Bdr Lg$785
R Street Apartments1BR$825
Greenwood Manor Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath$825
The Gardens1 Bedroom 1 Bath Floor Plan$917
The Appleton at Spring Flats Senior 62+1 Bedroom$948
Langston ViewsStudio$950
Mayfair MansionsOne Bedroom- 1A$974
THE ARDEN A1 Bedroom$977
Cypress on VineTAKOMA DC | Furnished | Utilities Included | Sh...$1,000

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Washington Overview

You may know Washington D.C., the capital of the United States, primarily as the seat of power in the American government. However, besides its fame for playing host to the White House and Capitol Hill, D.C. is also a cultural mecca. It is one of the most globally diverse places to live in the world, making the social and artistic scenes varied and plentiful. From historical monuments to boozy, late-night cafes, DC life is definitely not all work and no play, though the city is a humming business center by day. The District of Columbia can be a wonderful place for families to grow, in a variety of habitats. Historic neighborhood townhouses, high-rise condos and more line the streets. If you’re looking for an urban lifestyle and a dynamic place to live, finding you new home among the many wonderful Washington DC apartments is worth a look.

Why live in Washington, DC?

There’s a sense of excitement in the air a lot of the time in Washington D.C. The ethnic and cultural diversity add to the vital social scene. The global leaders operating around you add to the sense of historical importance of the place. And the world-class universities bring young people to keep the city vibrant, and attract major artists, scientists and thinkers to the scene. No matter what neighborhood in D.C. you live in, you’re likely to be neighbors with someone who does something cool or interesting. D.C. has history, an impressive downtown district, charming brownstone blocks, major industry, and tons of free public parks, monuments and museums. The global cuisine is delicious, and there is culture all around you. What’s not to love?

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Washington Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Washington with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Washington is at The Residences at Forest Glen listed at $776.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Washington Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Washington is $2,439.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Washington Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Washington is a 4,483 square feet unit starting from $8,765 at Zen Apollo.

What is the average size for Washington 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Washington is currently 939 sq ft.

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