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| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Studio Apartments | $1,942 | $719 | $6,910 |
| Washington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,422 | $737 | $10,000+ |
| Washington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,124 | $491 | $10,000+ |
| Washington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,637 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| Washington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,193 | $889 | $10,000+ |
| Washington 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,693 | $950 | $10,000+ |
| Washington 6 Bedroom Apartments | $2,177 | $1,196 | $7,800 |
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The average rent for a New Apartment in Washington is $3,752.
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Written by: Steve Lilly
I'm Steve, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Washington, DC.
Written by: Steve Lilly
I'm Steve, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Washington, DC.
Written by: Steve Lilly
I'm Steve, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Washington, D.C.
Written by: Steve Lilly
Greetings from Washington, DC! I'm Stephen, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Washington, and I'd love to give you the inside scoop on a city that many people only think of in terms of visiting, not living in.
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.
Written by: Bob Mallory
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.
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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.
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