Apartments for Rent in Washington, DC Under $1,500 (791 Rentals)

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1305 Orren St NE
$1,500 - $1,700
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1305 Orren St NE

1305 Orren St NEWashington, DC 20002
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3801 Connecticut Avenue
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$1,499 - $2,169
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$1,481 - $2,151
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$1,499 - $2,169
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3801 Connecticut Avenue

3801 Connecticut Ave NWWashington, DC 20008
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Conwell
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$1,499 - $2,999
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$1,499 - $2,999
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Conwell

3201 Wisconsin Ave NWWashington, DC 20016
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Modera H Street
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$1,495 - $4,615
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$1,365 - $4,485
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$130
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$1,495 - $4,615
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Modera H Street

1700 H St NEWashington, DC 20002
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Brookland Press
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$1,476 - $2,808
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$1,455 - $2,787
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$21
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$1,476 - $2,808
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Brookland Press

806 Channing Place NEWashington, DC 20018
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Bell Capitol Hill
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$1,475 - $3,880
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$1,469 - $3,874
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$6
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$1,475 - $3,880
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Bell Capitol Hill

1717 E Capitol St SEWashington, DC 20003
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Ellicott House
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$1,454 - $3,113
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$1,454 - $3,113
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$1,454 - $3,113
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Ellicott House

4849 Connecticut Ave NWWashington, DC 20008
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The Channel
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$1,448 - $5,929
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$1,426 - $5,907
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$1,448 - $5,929
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The Channel

950 Maine Ave SWWashington, DC 20024
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The Glade on Laurel
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$1,420 - $3,852
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$1,405 - $3,837
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$1,420 - $3,852
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The Glade on Laurel

6830-6896 Laurel St NWWashington, DC 20012
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Watermark at Buzzard Point
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$1,413 - $5,591
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$1,392 - $5,570
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$1,413 - $5,591
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Watermark at Buzzard Point

1900 Half St SWWashington, DC 20002
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One Hawaii
$1,402 - $3,366
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$1,402 - $3,366
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One Hawaii

1 Hawaii Ave NEWashington, DC 20011
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Washington View
$1,400 - $2,872
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$1,400 - $2,872
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Washington View

2629 Douglass Rd SEWashington, DC 20020
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Frequently Asked Questions about Washington

How much are Studio apartments in Washington?

There are currently 3,381 Studio Apartments in Washington with rent ranges from $720 to $6,910 with an average price of $1,932.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Washington Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Washington ranges from $737 to $21,392 with an average monthly rent of $2,387.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Washington cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Washington range from $737 to $17,684. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,100.

How expensive are Washington Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 1,286 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Washington on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $900 to $21,117 - averaging $3,653 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

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A Washington DC Local Expert's Guide to Top Affordable Neighborhoods for Renters in the DC Metro

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I'm Steve, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Washington, DC.

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

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I'm Steve, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Washington, DC.

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

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Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.