
Apartments for Rent by Owner in Washington, DC (94 Rentals)


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4600 Kenmore Dr NW, Unit Private Apartment

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4527 49th St NW, Unit Basement

6612 14th St NW, Unit Apartment #2

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614 Otis Pl NW, Unit 1

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4910 32nd St NW, Unit 31

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2226 Decatur Pl NW, Unit B

225 Bryant St NE, Unit A

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1318 13th St NW, Unit 1318 St. NW English Basement

2106 18th St NW, Unit #3
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1109 Chicago St SE, Unit B

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622 Keefer Pl NW, Unit Keefer Pl

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5104 N Capitol St NW, Unit 1

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1930 New Hampshire Ave NW, Unit 36

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2947 Albemarle St NW, Unit Bright English Basement Apartment

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1707 6th St NW, Unit 1707 6th St 2

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612 Newton Pl NW, Unit Apt 4

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2302 1st St NW, Unit Basement

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2606 Tunlaw Rd NW, Unit 3

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1438 Meridian Pl NW, Unit 403
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32 Varnum St NE

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1411 Ridge Pl SE, Unit 4

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309 Constitution Ave NE, Unit 1

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439 Quincy St NW, Unit #1

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2909 13th St NW, Unit Upper Unit

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1231 Penn St NE, Unit 1

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1304 N Capitol St NW, Unit A

1739 17TH ST NW, Unit Apt 2

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1830 Ontario Pl NW, Unit Apt B

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1851 Columbia Rd NW, Unit Apt 706
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1411 Ridge Pl SE, Unit 2

1728 Swann Street Northwest, Unit #2

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1837 Vermont Ave NW, Unit #B

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1241 G St NE, Unit 1241 G st NE

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2939 Van Ness St NW

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1008 Fairmont St NW

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1724 Willard St NW, Unit Apt#1

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4400 Q St NW, Unit Renovated 7-bdr 4400Q

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18 8th St NE, Unit Capitol Hill Basement Apt

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318 Farragut St NW, Unit B
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1122 Owen Place NE, Unit Frontbedroom

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1343 Monroe St NW, Unit B

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2624 Woodley Place Northwest, Unit Apt b

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1700 Euclid St NW, Unit A3

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1242 Queen St, NE, Unit #1

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1245 Raum St NE, Unit 1

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75 Florida Ave NW, Unit 4

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613 8th St NE, Unit English Basement

1627 MASSACHUSETTS AVE SE, Unit 203

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1824 Columbia Rd NW, Unit 201
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Washington?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Studio Apartments | $1,960 | $685 | $8,797 |
| Washington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,394 | $813 | $9,999 |
| Washington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,002 | $865 | $10,000+ |
| Washington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,422 | $712 | $10,000+ |
| Washington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,833 | $200 | $10,000+ |
| Washington 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,855 | $1,199 | $10,000+ |
| Washington 6 Bedroom Apartments | $4,309 | $1,199 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about For rent By Owner Washington Apartments
What is the Cheapest For rent By Owner apartment in Washington?
Currently the most affordable For rent By Owner Apartment in Washington is at 5033 5th St N, Unit A bedroom in a 2 BR apartment listed at $1,200.
How much is the average rent for a For rent By Owner Washington Apartment?
The average rent for a For rent By Owner Apartment in Washington is $2,584.
What is the largest For rent By Owner Washington Apartment for rent?
Today's For rent By Owner apartment with the most square footage in Washington is a 4,320 square feet unit starting from $11,000 at 4400 Q St NW, Unit Renovated 7-bdr 4400Q.
What is the average size for Washington For rent By Owner Apartments for rent?
The average size for a For rent By Owner rental in Washington is currently at 939 sq ft.
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