Top Rated Apartments for Rent in Washington, DC Under $1,500 (40 Rentals)

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Apartments in Washington with the best features, newest construction, and richest amenities.

Washington's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

Learn about Washington and the best places to live with original content written by Local Expert Steve Lilly

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The Rodman Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Rodman Apartments

3002 Rodman St NWWashington, DC 20008
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The Strand
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Strand

5119-5127 Nannie Helen Burroughs Ave NEWashington, DC 20019
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The Paxton
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Paxton

1605 Benning Rd NEWashington, DC 20002
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Entwine Apartments
Studio Apartments

Entwine Apartments

218 Vine St NWWashington, DC 20012
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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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Singer Flats
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Singer Flats

3300 Rhode Island AveMount Rainier, MD 20712
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Steeplechase
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Steeplechase

150 Steeple Chase WayLargo, MD 20774
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Penn Southern
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Penn Southern

4113 Southern AveCapitol Heights, MD 20743
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Key Boulevard
Studio Apartments

Key Boulevard

1537 Key BlvdArlington, VA 22201
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South Campus Commons
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

South Campus Commons

6801 Preinkert DrCollege Park, MD 20740
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Tempo
4 Bedroom Apartments

Tempo

8430 Baltimore AveCollege Park, MD 20740
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Aspen Heights College Park
1 to 5 Bedroom Apartments

Aspen Heights College Park

4205-4206 Knox RdCollege Park, MD 20740
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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 Washington

How much are Studio apartments in Washington?

There are currently 1,288 Studio Apartments in Washington with rent ranges from $491 to $18,986 with an average price of $3,240.

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 $491 to $13,682 with an average monthly rent of $2,601.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Washington cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Washington range from $700 to $21,128. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,410.

How expensive are Washington Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 975 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Washington on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $900 to $23,160 - averaging $4,087 for the location.

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.

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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.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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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.