New Apartments for Rent in Washington, DC Under $1,600 (98 Rentals)

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Blackbird
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$1,550 - $2,334Built in 2020Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Blackbird

1401 Pennsylvania Ave SEWashington, DC 20003
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555
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$1,246 - $3,690Built in 2020Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

555

555 E St SWWashington, DC 20024
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Colette
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$1,240 - $15,075Built in 2024Studio to 6 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Colette

2099 1st St SWWashington, DC 20024
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Washington's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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232 Hamilton St NW
Built in 20231 Bedroom Apartments

232 Hamilton St NW

232 Hamilton St NWWashington, DC 20011
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MDL Flats
Built in 2022Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

MDL Flats

1550 First St SWWashington, DC 20024
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Terrace Manor
Built in 20241 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Terrace Manor

3341-3353 23rd St SEWashington, DC 20020
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Carver and Slowe Apartments
Built in 2019Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Carver and Slowe Apartments

1919 3rd St NWWashington, DC 20001
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The Strand
Built in 20221 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Strand

5119-5127 Nannie Helen Burroughs Ave NEWashington, DC 20019
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700 Constitution
Built in 2017Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

700 Constitution

700 Constitution Ave NEWashington, DC 20002
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Archer Park
Built in 2017Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Archer Park

1200 Mississippi Ave SEWashington, DC 20032
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

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Walk Score®

86 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

80 / 100

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Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

75 / 100

Excellent Transit

Transit is convenient for most trips

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Frequently Asked Questions about New Washington Apartments

What is the Cheapest New apartment in Washington?

Currently the most affordable New Apartment in Washington is at Park Montgomery West listed at $611.

How much is the average rent for a New Washington Apartment?

The average rent for a New Apartment in Washington is $3,889.

What is the largest New Washington Apartment for rent?

Today's New apartment with the most square footage in Washington is a 3,392 square feet unit starting from $2,899 at 1331.

What is the average size for Washington New Apartments for rent?

The average size for a New rental in Washington is currently at 509 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.

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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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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.

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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.

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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.