
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Washington, DC Under $5,000 (877 Rentals) Page 3 of 18
Rental terms in Washington as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


713 Florida Ave NE

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1772 Church St NW, Unit SI FL2-ID771

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618 T St NW, Unit SI FL6-ID462

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1902 R St NW, Unit SI FL3-ID737

70 I St SE, Unit 70-1021

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425 8th St NW, Unit SI FL7-ID245

45 Rhode Island Ave NE

70 I St SE, Unit 70-0521

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1321 Rhode Island Ave NW, Unit SI FL1-ID1201
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1901 Connecticut Ave NW, Unit GO FL9-ID523

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1901 Connecticut Ave NW, Unit PL FL5-ID247

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4100 Massachusetts Ave NW, Unit SI FL10-ID2020A

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409 O St NW, Unit SI ID1018309P

600 4th St SW, Unit 818

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522 21st St NW, Unit SI ID702P

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4100 Massachusetts Ave NW, Unit SI FL8-ID2658A

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2221 I St NW, Unit SI FL8-ID987

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2107 O St NW, Unit SI FL2-ID341

1128 10th St NW, Unit 101
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3143 N St NW

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2710 Macomb St NW, Unit SI FL3-ID1546421P

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409 O St NW, Unit SI ID1018321P

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2101 Champlain St NW, Unit SI FL4-ID468

2005 11th St NW, Unit 101

4100 Massachusetts Ave NW

1423 P St NW

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1255 Raum St NE, Unit SI ID1388285P

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1255 Raum St NE, Unit SI ID1388332P

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1744 Corcoran St NW, Unit SI ID1011212P
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632 Howard Rd SE, Unit 1133

632 Howard Rd SE, Unit 532

632 Howard Rd SE, Unit 533

632 Howard Rd SE, Unit 338

632 Howard Rd SE, Unit 633

632 Howard Rd SE, Unit 638

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2221 I St NW, Unit SI FL6-ID985

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1772 Church St NW, Unit SI FL4-ID298

632 Howard Rd SE, Unit 1032

632 Howard Rd SE, Unit 333

632 Howard Rd SE, Unit 632

632 Howard Rd SE, Unit 538

632 Howard Rd SE, Unit 1132

632 Howard Rd SE, Unit 433

632 Howard Rd SE, Unit 933

632 Howard Rd SE, Unit 437

632 Howard Rd SE, Unit 438

632 Howard Rd SE, Unit 732

632 Howard Rd SE, Unit 1033

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1772 Church St NW, Unit SI FL3-ID323
Washington, DC Local Guide

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 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 $3,527.
What is the largest Short-term Washington Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Washington is a 7,534 square feet unit starting from $4,035 at 3143 N St 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 638 sq ft.
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