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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: January 14, 2026

There are currently 137762 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Washington, DC that range in price from $750 to $18,884. Fort McNair, Ronald Reagan National Airport and LeDroit Park Bloomingdale 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
Fort McNair1579$2,475$750
Ronald Reagan National Airport1537$2,440$950
LeDroit Park Bloomingdale1533$2,334$868
Southwest/Navy Yard1533$2,473$825
Anacostia Southeast1377$2,348$750
The Pentagon1253$2,535$1,092
Hillsdale1220$2,426$750
Columbia Heights South1209$2,428$1,092
The Wharf1152$2,477$1,605
Downtown DC1109$2,523$868

Largest Available Washington 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Washington, DC is found at R Street Apartments in the Mount Vernon Square neighborhood and is 1,535 square feet priced from $2,400. Zoso Flats in the Maywood neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,361 square feet and currently listed start at $4,625. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Washington:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
R Street Apartments1MKT1,535 Sq Ft$2,400
Zoso Flats21F11,361 Sq Ft$4,625
Oaks at Oxon Hill1,317 Sq Ft$1,500
Crystal Square1 Bedroom + Den, 1.5 Bath 1288 SF A18G1,288 Sq Ft$3,208
14W Apartments12s1D 1BR/2BA+den1,287 Sq Ft$3,916

Cheapest Available Washington 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of January 14, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Washington, DC is the 1 BEDROOM Model starting from $669 at Clermont Apartments in the North Michigan Park neighborhood. The second most affordable Washington 1 Bedroom is the One Bedroom Model at Gates of Ballston starting at $750 in the Maywood neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Washington is currently $2,368. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Washington:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Clermont Apartments1 BEDROOM$669
Gates of BallstonOne Bedroom$750
Bracken SquareA1$800
Eagles Crossing Apartments1 Bdr Lg$820
Greenwood Manor Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath$825
The SpireOne Bedroom$870
Paradise At Parkside Apartments1 Bedroom$900
Langston ViewsStudio$950
Mayfair MansionsOne Bedroom- 1A$974

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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 Clermont Apartments listed at $669.

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

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Washington is $2,368.

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

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Washington is a 1,535 square feet unit starting from $2,400 at R Street Apartments.

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

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Washington is currently 904 sq ft.

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