
Senior Apartments for Rent in Washington, DC Under $5,000 (76 Rentals)
Apartments for adults 55+ years of age in Washington with convenient services, and fun activities.


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Allegro

Carl F. West Estates

510 8th St NE

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The Apollo

Naylor Rd

Hodge on 7th

Edgewood Commons 435

The Louise on Western

The Vista
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Fairlawn Marshall

The Gale Eckington

The Appleton at Spring Flats Senior 62+

824 48th Pl NE

Samuel Kelsey Apartments

The Modern at Art Place

Asbury Dwellings

Sarahs Circle

Eleven64 55+ Community
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Roundtree Residences

River Hill Apartments

Dix Street Residences

Abrams Hall Senior Apartments

Edgewood Terrace/The View Senior Apartments

Matthews Memorial Terrace - 62+ Senior Living

Entwine Apartments

St. Paul Senior Living At Wayne Place

The Golden Rule Plaza
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Visionary Square

Joseph W. King Senior Center

Triangle View

Vida Senior Residences at Brightwood

Victory Square Senior Apartments

Riggs Crossing Senior Residences

770 C Street Phase I

Alate Old Town 62+ Senior Living

Vistas at Lake Largo 55+ Senior Community

Arrive 2801
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Chestnut Oaks, 55+

Haven Columbia Pike

Timberlawn Crescent

Haven Largo

Conifer Village at Oakcrest - Senior Living

Silver Creek Senior Living 62+

The Bonifant - Apartments for Seniors

The Leggett - Apartments for Seniors 62+

Residences at Glenarden Hills - 55 & Older!

The Residences at North Hill
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Washington?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Studio Apartments | $1,952 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| Washington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,425 | $750 | $10,000+ |
| Washington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,099 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| Washington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,519 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| Washington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,163 | $909 | $10,000+ |
| Washington 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,268 | $950 | $10,000+ |
| Washington 6 Bedroom Apartments | $4,585 | $1,196 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Senior Washington Apartments
What is the Cheapest Senior apartment in Washington?
Currently the most affordable Senior Apartment in Washington is at The Appleton at Spring Flats Senior 62+ listed at $948.
How much is the average rent for a Senior Washington Apartment?
The average rent for a Senior Apartment in Washington is $3,071.
What is the largest Senior Washington Apartment for rent?
Today's Senior apartment with the most square footage in Washington is a 3,183 square feet unit starting from $3,020 at Cathedral Commons.
What is the average size for Washington Senior Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Senior rental in Washington is currently at 614 sq ft.
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