1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Washington, DC (4,733 Rentals)

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D.C. Metro Area Deep Dive: Comparing the Top Neighborhoods for Cost, Commute, and Quality of Life

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Cortland Mount Vernon
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$2,412 - $3,393

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Base Rent$2,136 - $13,092
Total Monthly Price$2,136 - $13,092
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Cortland Mount Vernon

443 New York Ave NWWashington, DC 20001
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The Glade on Laurel
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$1,495 - $3,641

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Base Rent$1,405 - $3,650
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The Glade on Laurel

6830-6896 Laurel St NWWashington, DC 20012
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Reynard
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$1,903 - $2,410

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Base Rent$1,760 - $3,530
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Reynard

1100 Dahlia St NWWashington, DC 20012
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Annex on 12th
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$2,646 - $13,203

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Base Rent$2,172 - $14,739
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Annex on 12th

300 12th St SWWashington, DC 20024
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Banner Lane
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$1,819 - $3,777

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Base Rent$1,675 - $6,748
Total Monthly Price$1,675 - $6,748
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Banner Lane

44 Banner LnWashington, DC 20001
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Rowan
$1,949 - $3,350

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Base Rent$1,850 - $3,420
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Rowan

2607 Reed St NEWashington, DC 20018
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Upton Place
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$2,270 - $4,121

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Base Rent$2,270 - $9,050
Total Monthly Price$2,270 - $9,050
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Upton Place

4000 Wisconsin Ave NWWashington, DC 20016
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Discover DC: The Insider's Guide to Renting in Our Nation's Capital

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The Iris
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$2,134 - $3,107

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Base Rent$1,508 - $3,809
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The Iris

7 M St NEWashington, DC 20002
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The DC Housing Strategy: Balancing Career & Lifestyle Near Top Washington DC Area Employers

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The Woodner
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$1,776 - $2,182

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Base Rent$1,273 - $2,182
Total Monthly Price$1,273 - $2,182
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The Woodner

3636 16th St NWWashington, DC 20010
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Aviator House
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$2,870 - $5,165

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Base Rent$2,275 - $8,650
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Aviator House

1625 Massachusetts Ave NWWashington, DC 20036
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Accolade
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$3,298 - $4,118

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Base Rent$2,758 - $13,880
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Accolade

1425 New York Ave NWWashington, DC 20005
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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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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: September 03, 2026

There are currently 100708 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Washington, DC that range in price from $699 to $13,665. LeDroit Park Bloomingdale, Columbia Heights South and Arlington Heights 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
LeDroit Park Bloomingdale993$2,491$868
Columbia Heights South934$2,525$1,325
Arlington Heights797$2,499$1,033
Alcova Heights761$2,417$1,325
Barcroft755$2,384$1,325
Foxcroft Heights743$2,592$1,325
Douglas Park733$2,211$1,309
Crestwood733$2,200$699
Buckingham730$2,482$1,033
Beverly Hills729$2,469$1,374

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
Gables Pointe 14B-C14.21,227 Sq Ft$3,923
2201 Wisconsin1081,211 Sq Ft$3,600
Elle1 Bed/2 Bath JR Den-ABJD051,208 Sq Ft$5,476
Newport VillageOne Bedroom A1AD1,200 Sq Ft$2,094
Ashton at Judiciary Squarea111,197 Sq Ft$3,117
The 1201 Apartments1 Bedroom - 2 Bath1,195 Sq Ft$2,425
Highland Park at Columbia Heights MetroC3 Loft1,190 Sq Ft$3,079
Crystal Towers1 Bedroom, 1 Bath + Den 1184 SF 1D1B1,184 Sq Ft$2,751

Cheapest Available Washington 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of September 03, 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 Forest Glen neighborhood. The second most affordable Washington 1 Bedroom is the 1 BEDROOM Model at Birchwood at Newton Green 62+ Community starting at $813 in the National Arboretum neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Washington is currently $2,402. 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
Birchwood at Newton Green 62+ Community1 BEDROOM$813
Greenwood Manor Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath$825
The Appleton at Spring Flats Senior 62+1 Bedroom$948
Langston ViewsStudio$950
Mayfair MansionsOne Bedroom- 1A$974
Cypress on Vine Furnished RoomsTAKOMA DC | Furnished | Utilities Included | Sh...$986
1723 27th Street SE1BR/1.0BA$988
Bedford and Victoria Station Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath$1,025
The LarkspurOne Bedroom$1,033

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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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 $2,402.

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 713 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

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