Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Washington, DC Under $2,000 (226 Rentals)

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Rental terms in Washington as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.

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77H
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$1,987 - $4,605
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$1,970 - $4,588
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$17

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$1,987 - $4,605
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

77H

77 H St NWWashington, DC 20001
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NOVEL South Capitol
Rent Specials
$1,949 - $6,306
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$1,930 - $6,287
Required Monthly Fees
$19

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$1,949 - $6,306
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

NOVEL South Capitol

2 I St SEWashington, DC 20003
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The Axis
Rent Specials
$1,939 - $4,561
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$1,849 - $4,471
Required Monthly Fees
$90

Total Monthly Price
$1,939 - $4,561
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

The Axis

318 I St NEWashington, DC 20002
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eaves Glover Park
Rent Specials
$1,919 - $2,304
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$1,877 - $2,262
Required Monthly Fees
$42

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$1,919 - $2,304
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

eaves Glover Park

3850 Tunlaw Rd NWWashington, DC 20007
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The Louis
$1,874 - $7,131
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$1,853 - $7,110
Required Monthly Fees
$21

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$1,874 - $7,131
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

The Louis

1920-1934 14Th St NWWashington, DC 20009
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Capitol View on 14th
Rent Specials
$1,864 - $4,124
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$1,745 - $4,005
Required Monthly Fees
$119

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$1,864 - $4,124
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Capitol View on 14th

2400 14th St NWWashington, DC 20009
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The 202
Rent Specials
$1,853 - $6,082
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$1,836 - $6,065
Required Monthly Fees
$17

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$1,853 - $6,082
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

The 202

202 Florida Ave NEWashington, DC 20002
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Elevation at Washington Gateway
$1,844 - $5,785
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$1,827 - $5,768
Required Monthly Fees
$17

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$1,844 - $5,785
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Elevation at Washington Gateway

100 Florida Ave NEWashington, DC 20002
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Slate at NoMa
Rent Specials
$1,833 - $7,462
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$1,740 - $7,369
Required Monthly Fees
$93

Total Monthly Price
$1,833 - $7,462
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Slate at NoMa

51 M St NEWashington, DC 20002
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The Garrett
Rent Specials
$1,830 - $5,360
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$1,730 - $5,260
Required Monthly Fees
$100

Total Monthly Price
$1,830 - $5,360
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

The Garrett

150 I St SEWashington, DC 20003
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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

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City Market at O
Rent Specials
$1,777 - $11,462
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$1,653 - $11,338
Required Monthly Fees
$124

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$1,777 - $11,462
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

City Market at O

800 P St NWWashington, DC 20001
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Beckert's Park
Rent Specials
$1,709 - $4,929
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$1,690 - $4,910
Required Monthly Fees
$19

Total Monthly Price
$1,709 - $4,929
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Beckert's Park

1350 E ST SEWashington, DC 20003
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RESA
Rent Specials
$1,691 - $7,288
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$1,669 - $7,266
Required Monthly Fees
$22

Total Monthly Price
$1,691 - $7,288
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

RESA

22 M St NEWashington, DC 20002
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When Life Happens: Your Options for Ending a Rental Lease Early

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.

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Modern on M
Rent Specials
$1,671 - $5,904
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$1,649 - $5,882
Required Monthly Fees
$22

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$1,671 - $5,904
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Modern on M

465 M St SWWashington, DC 20024
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Senate Square
Rent Specials
$1,646 - $4,760
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$1,621 - $4,735
Required Monthly Fees
$25

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$1,646 - $4,760
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Senate Square

201 I St NEWashington, DC 20002
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The Kelvin
Rent Specials
$1,634 - $7,622
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$1,612 - $7,600
Required Monthly Fees
$22

Total Monthly Price
$1,634 - $7,622
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

The Kelvin

1250 Half St SEWashington, DC 20003
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Onyx on First
Rent Specials
$1,625 - $3,614
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$1,618 - $3,607
Required Monthly Fees
$7

Total Monthly Price
$1,625 - $3,614
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Onyx on First

1100 1st St SEWashington, DC 20003
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The Frontenac
$1,625 - $2,758
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$1,625 - $2,758

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$1,625 - $2,758
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

The Frontenac

4550 Connecticut Ave NWWashington, DC 20008
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Insignia On M
Rent Specials
$1,594 - $3,909
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$1,575 - $3,890
Required Monthly Fees
$19

Total Monthly Price
$1,594 - $3,909
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Insignia On M

1111 New Jersey Ave SEWashington, DC 20003
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Anthology
Rent Specials
$1,585 - $10,077
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$1,564 - $10,056
Required Monthly Fees
$21

Total Monthly Price
$1,585 - $10,077
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Anthology

625 H St NEWashington, DC 20002
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Clarence House
Rent Specials
$1,575 - $1,680
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$1,575 - $1,680

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$1,575 - $1,680
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Clarence House

4530 Connecticut Ave NWWashington, DC 20008
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Blackbird
$1,572 - $1,972
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$1,550 - $1,950
Required Monthly Fees
$22

Total Monthly Price
$1,572 - $1,972
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Blackbird

1401 Pennsylvania Ave SEWashington, DC 20003
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Discover DC: The Insider's Guide to Renting in Our Nation's Capital

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Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term Washington Apartments

What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Washington?

Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Washington is at South Pointe Apartments listed at $900.

How much is the average rent for a Short-term Washington Apartment?

The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Washington is $3,382.

What is the largest Short-term Washington Apartment for rent?

Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Washington is a 16,597 square feet unit starting from $9,272 at 4464 Greenwich Pkwy NW.

What is the average size for Washington Short-term Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Short-term rental in Washington is currently at 687 sq ft.

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