Cheap Senior 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Washington, DC from $491 (32 Rentals)

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1 Bedroom Apartments

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3600 B St SEWashington, DC 20019
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Visionary Square
1 Bedroom Apartments

Visionary Square

2401 Washington Pl NEWashington, DC 20018
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The Golden Rule Plaza
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Golden Rule Plaza

1050 New Jersey Ave NWWashington, DC 20001
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Roundtree Residences
1 Bedroom Apartments

Roundtree Residences

2515 Alabama Ave SEWashington, DC 20020
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Eleven64 55+ Community
1 Bedroom Apartments

Eleven64 55+ Community

1164 Bladensburg Rd NEWashington, DC 20002
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Sarahs Circle
1 Bedroom Apartments

Sarahs Circle

2551 17th St NWWashington, DC 20009
Senior Living

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.

Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.

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Hunters Park
1 Bedroom Apartments

Hunters Park

2021 N Nelson StArlington, VA 22207
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Cheval Court
1 Bedroom Apartments

Cheval Court

2611 Luana DrForestville, MD 20747
Senior Living
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Waverly House
1 Bedroom Apartments

Waverly House

4521 E West HwyBethesda, MD 20814
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43RD FLATS
1 Bedroom Apartments

43RD FLATS

5103 43rd AveHyattsville, MD 20781
Senior Living

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Getting Around Washington, DC

Walk Score®

86 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

80 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

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75 / 100

Excellent Transit

Transit is convenient for most trips

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 $932.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Washington?

The cheapest apartment in Washington is Oxford Manor which is listed at $491, while the average apartment in Washington costs $4,947.

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 32,583 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 $711 which is $4,236 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Washington.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Written by: Sandy Baker

Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.