
Gated Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Washington, DC (156 Rentals)
Rental terms in Washington as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


The Garrett

Arcade Sunshine

1301 Thomas Circle

Andover House

View 14

Capitol View on 14th

The Woodner

Stratos at Bridge District

Waterside Towers
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Balsa

The 202

Beckert's Park

Modern on M

The Kelvin

Insignia On M

Zen Apollo

The Louis
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Unexpected life events can force you to break your lease. Learn how to communicate with your landlord, negotiate a solution, and understand your legal options for early termination.

14W Apartments

Onyx on First

Coda on Half | Luxury Navy Yard / SE DC Apartments for Rent

The Abby

The Ashton at Judiciary Square

Heritage Living
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NOVEL South Capitol

Flats 130 at Constitution Square

Parkway Apartments

Fahrenheit Apartments

The Crestwood Apartments

The Bond

3333 Wisconsin

i5 Union Market Co-Living
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7th Flats

Viva at Capitol Hill

Brookland (Furnished Rooms)

Monroe (Furnished Rooms)

Connecticut House Apartments

Calvert Woodley

2321 4th Street

1210 Mass

NoSHA

OSLOatlas Co-Living Apartments

District (Furnished Rooms)
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Washington, DC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Washington?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Washington Studio Apartments | $1,992 | $744 | $6,580 |
Washington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,454 | $506 | $9,999 |
Washington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,222 | $611 | $10,000+ |
Washington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,866 | $712 | $10,000+ |
Washington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,375 | $1,180 | $7,050 |
Washington 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,751 | $1,225 | $10,000+ |
Washington 6 Bedroom Apartments | $1,879 | $1,290 | $7,800 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWashington, DC
Ranked #1
Among cities in District of Columbia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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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
Transit Score®
75 / 100
Excellent Transit
Transit is convenient for most trips
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gated Washington Apartments
What is the Cheapest Gated apartment in Washington?
Currently the most affordable Gated Apartment in Washington is at Park Montgomery West listed at $506.
How much is the average rent for a Gated Washington Apartment?
The average rent for a Gated Apartment in Washington is $2,748.
What is the largest Gated Washington Apartment for rent?
Today's Gated apartment with the most square footage in Washington is a 6,315 square feet unit starting from $1,669 at Zen Apollo.
What is the average size for Washington Gated Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Gated rental in Washington is currently at 546 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
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.

A Washington DC Local Expert's Guide to Top Affordable Neighborhoods for Renters in the DC Metro
Written by: Steve Lilly
I'm Steve, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Washington, DC.

The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters
Written by: Trey Huguley
The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.

The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Hard truth. Moving is never easy. I’ve done it all – from local moves to cross-country relocations From packing to unpacking the last box, I have found moving to be an exhausting, expensive and stressful experience every time.