1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Washington, DC (4,732 Rentals)

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Modera H Street
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$1,700 - $2,565
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$1,365 - $4,485
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$1,495 - $4,615
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Modera H Street

1700 H St NEWashington, DC 20002
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The Glade on Laurel
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$1,538 - $3,852
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$1,405 - $3,837
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$15
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$1,420 - $3,852
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The Glade on Laurel

6830-6896 Laurel St NWWashington, DC 20012
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Vivre
$3,025 - $3,045
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$2,925 - $3,975
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$100
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$3,025 - $4,075
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Vivre

1224 M St NWWashington, DC 20005
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Banner Lane
$1,447 - $3,010
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$1,447 - $4,465
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$125
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$1,572 - $4,590
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Banner Lane

44 Banner LnWashington, DC 20001
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The MO
$1,945 - $2,996
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$1,908 - $3,686
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$37
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$1,945 - $3,723
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The MO

440 Penn St NEWashington, DC 20002
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The Garrett
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$2,210 - $3,870
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$1,705 - $5,195
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$100
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$1,805 - $5,295
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The Garrett

150 I St SEWashington, DC 20003
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Zephyr at Wardman Park
$2,526 - $3,787
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$2,121 - $6,421
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$21
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$2,142 - $6,442
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Zephyr at Wardman Park

2601 Calvert St NWWashington, DC 20008
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Aerie at Wardman Park
$3,210 - $7,846
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$3,210 - $15,070
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$21
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$3,231 - $15,091
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Aerie at Wardman Park

2650 Woodley Rd NWWashington, DC 20008
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Accolade
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$3,375 - $4,762
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$2,910 - $14,500
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$107
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$3,017 - $14,607
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Accolade

1425 New York Ave NWWashington, DC 20005
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The Iris
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$1,715 - $2,560
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$1,508 - $4,040
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$21
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$1,529 - $4,061
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The Iris

7 M St NEWashington, DC 20002
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Upton Place
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$2,398 - $3,940
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$2,398 - $8,052
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$2
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$2,400 - $8,054
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Upton Place

4000 Wisconsin Ave NWWashington, DC 20016
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Market House
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$2,128 - $3,146
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$1,578 - $10,922
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$21
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$1,599 - $10,943
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Market House

1240 3rd St NEWashington, DC 20002
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1301 Thomas Circle
$2,634 - $3,549
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$2,536 - $4,437
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$98
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$2,634 - $4,535
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1301 Thomas Circle

1301 M St NWWashington, DC 20005
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Andover House
$2,645 - $2,875
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$1,960 - $5,335
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$104
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$2,064 - $5,439
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Andover House

1200 14th St NWWashington, DC 20005
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$2,335 - $3,520
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$2,054 - $3,529
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$49
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$2,103 - $3,578
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2303 14th St NWWashington, DC 20009
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Capitol View on 14th
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$2,174 - $3,295
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$1,800 - $4,013
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$119
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$1,919 - $4,132
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Capitol View on 14th

2400 14th St NWWashington, DC 20009
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The Woodner
$1,954 - $2,182
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$1,240 - $2,182
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$1,240 - $2,182
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The Woodner

3636 16th St NWWashington, DC 20010
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The Byron
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$2,097 - $3,813
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$1,846 - $7,495
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$21
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$1,867 - $7,516
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The Byron

101 V St SWWashington, DC 20024
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Theory
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$1,935 - $3,327
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$1,840 - $6,224
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$6
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$1,846 - $6,230
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Theory

300 Neal Pl NEWashington, DC 20002
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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: March 01, 2026

There are currently 137129 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Washington, DC that range in price from $737 to $21,392. Ronald Reagan National Airport, LeDroit Park Bloomingdale and Fort McNair 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 Airport1574$2,440$1,045
LeDroit Park Bloomingdale1557$2,328$760
Fort McNair1540$2,490$825
Southwest/Navy Yard1507$2,491$825
Anacostia Southeast1420$2,328$800
The Pentagon1251$2,591$1,092
Hillsdale1245$2,410$825
The Wharf1144$2,492$1,435
Columbia Heights South1136$2,482$737
Southwest Washington1122$2,439$1,200

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
Ellington Apartments1 Bed w/Den - 2 Bath1,500 Sq Ft$2,499
Zoso Flats21F11,361 Sq Ft$4,365

Cheapest Available Washington 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of March 01, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Washington, DC is the One Bedroom Model starting from $750 at Gates of Ballston in the Maywood neighborhood. The second most affordable Washington 1 Bedroom is the A1 Model at Bracken Square starting at $800 in the Kilmarock neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Washington is currently $2,397. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Washington:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Gates of BallstonOne Bedroom$750
Bracken SquareA1$800
Eagles Crossing Apartments1 Bdr Lg$820
R Street Apartments1BR$825
Greenwood Manor Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath$825
Paradise At Parkside Apartments1 Bedroom$900
Cypress on VinePrivate Bed & Shared Bath / 6 Person Suite$900
Langston ViewsStudio$950

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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 Gates of Ballston listed at $750.

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

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Washington is $2,397.

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 859 sq ft.

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