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property at 24 Danbury St SE
$925 - $1,000
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24 Danbury St SE

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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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property at 16 Danbury St SE
$925 - $1,143
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The Hecht Warehouse
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$1,036 - $2,270

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Base Rent$1,036 - $7,117
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The Hecht Warehouse

1401 New York Ave NEWashington, DC 20002
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property at 4239 1st St SE
$1,056 - $1,205
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4239 1st St SE

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

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property at 10 Danbury St SE
$925 - $1,095
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10 Danbury St SE

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Discover DC: The Insider's Guide to Renting in Our Nation's Capital

Explore Washington DC like a local with this insider's guide to renting in the Nation's Capital. Explore the area's best neighborhoods, hidden gems, and diverse, delicious food scene.

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Jetu
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$1,130 - $1,374

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Base Rent$1,130 - $1,440
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Jetu

869 21st St NEWashington, DC 20002
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3217 Dubois Pl SE, Unit 1
$1,150

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Base Rent$1,150
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3217 Dubois Pl SE, Unit 1

3217 Dubois Pl SEWashington, DC 20019
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The DC Housing Strategy: Balancing Career & Lifestyle Near Top Washington DC Area Employers

Renting in the D.C. area? Explore Takoma, Brookland, Glover Park, Charles Village, and more. Find a convenient, high-quality home near your major employer.

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Garden Village
$1,175 - $1,225

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Base Rent$1,175 - $1,445
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Garden Village

1720 Trenton Pl SEWashington, DC 20020
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Find income-restricted rentals and housing subsidies. Explore government programs designed to help low-income families secure stable, affordable housing.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Rent Smart in Washington DC: Best Neighborhoods to Rent for University Students

Discover the top neighborhoods for university students to rent in Washington D.C. Find affordable, convenient, and vibrant areas near major campuses on ApartmentHomeLiving.com.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

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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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Washington Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Washington?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Washington is under $963.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Washington?

The cheapest apartment in Washington is The Residences at Forest Glen which is listed at $776, while the average apartment in Washington costs $2,349.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Washington?

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 39,727 regular apartments in Washington 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 Washington?

Cheap apartments in Washington have an average cost of $713 which is $1,636 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Washington.

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