1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Washington, DC Under $1,000 (45 Rentals)

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2509 10th St NE
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2509 10th St NE

2509 10th St NEWashington, DC 20018
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5225 Dix St NE
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5225 Dix St NE

5225 Dix St NEWashington, DC 20019
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526 59th St NE
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526 59th St NE

526 59th St NEWashington, DC 20019
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Triangle View
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Triangle View

3600 B St SEWashington, DC 20019
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206 Trenton Pl SE
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206 Trenton Pl SE

206 Trenton Pl SEWashington, DC 20032

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

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St Dennis Apartments
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St Dennis Apartments

1636 Kenyon St NWWashington, DC 20010
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Mayfair Mansions
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Mayfair Mansions

3744 Hayes St NEWashington, DC 20019
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Visionary Square
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Visionary Square

2401 Washington Pl NEWashington, DC 20018
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Taylor Towers
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Taylor Towers

4021 9th St NWWashington, DC 20011
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Ritch Homes Apartments
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Ritch Homes Apartments

1420-1424 R St NWWashington, DC 20009
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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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The Deauville
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The Deauville

7520 Maple AveTakoma Park, MD 20912
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Pinebrook Apartments
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Pinebrook Apartments

2600-2614 Pinebrook AveLandover, MD 20785
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River Crossing
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River Crossing

5610 54th AveRiverdale, MD 20737
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Winslow House
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Winslow House

666 Houston AveTakoma Park, MD 20912
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Hunters Park
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Hunters Park

2021 N Nelson StArlington, VA 22207
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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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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 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 $2,436.

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 946 sq ft.

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

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

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Greetings from Washington, DC! I'm Stephen, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Washington, and I'd love to give you the inside scoop on a city that many people only think of in terms of visiting, not living in.

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The DC Housing Strategy: Balancing Career & Lifestyle Near Top Washington DC Area Employers

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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

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For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.