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Arboretum, Washington, DC Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Arboretum?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arboretum Studio Apartments | $1,686 | $1,429 | $2,675 |
| Arboretum 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,981 | $1,036 | $3,035 |
| Arboretum 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,597 | $1,350 | $5,015 |
| Arboretum 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,090 | $2,600 | $7,117 |
| Arboretum 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,700 | $4,000 | $5,400 |
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Cheapest Available Arboretum Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Arboretum area of Washington, DC is a 1 Bed unit found at Jetu priced from $1,037. Fairway Park has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,275. Here are the most affordable Arboretum apartments for rent in Washington, DC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jetu | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,037 |
| Fairway Park | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,275 |
| The Edwards | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,295 |
| The Carrolton | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,325 |
| 1101 - 1113 19th St NE | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,475 |
| Union Heights | S1A | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
| Modera H Street | S01 | Studio,1BA | $1,535 |
| Bonsai Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,545 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Arboretum, DC
As of December 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Arboretum area is the $2.66 price per square foot 2BR LARGE T-LEVEL 1 WIC Model at Parkway Plaza in the in the Dakota Crossing neighborhood starting from $2,339. The second greatest value Arboretum apartment is the 1245 Raum St NE Model at 1245 Raum St NE, Unit Unit 1 starting at $1,900 with a $2.24 price per square foot in the Northeast Washington neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Arboretum apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Parkway Plaza | 2BR LARGE T-LEVEL 1 WIC | 2BR,1BA | $2.66 |
| 1245 Raum St NE, Unit Unit 1 | 1245 Raum St NE | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| 1267 Meigs Place NE, #4 | 1267 Meigs Place NE, #4 | 2BR,1BA | $2.18 |
| 1721 Capitol Ave NE, Unit Unit 2 | 1721 Capitol Ave NE | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.50 |
| 1305 Orren St NE, Unit #1 | 1305 Orren St NE | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| 1958 W Virginia Ave NE, Unit 1 | 1958 W Virginia Ave NE | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| 1115 Penn St NE, Unit #1 | 1115 Penn St NE | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
| Jetu | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| The Edwards | 1Bedroom/1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.45 |
| Fairway Park | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
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Getting Around the Arboretum Neighborhood in Washington, DC
Walk Score®
64 / 100
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Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
45 / 100
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Minimal bike infrastructure
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48 / 100
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A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Arboretum Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Arboretum?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Arboretum is under $1,545.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Arboretum?
The cheapest apartment in Arboretum is Jetu which is listed at $1,037, while the average apartment in Arboretum costs $4,700.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Arboretum?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 17 regular apartments in Arboretum that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Arboretum?
Cheap apartments in Arboretum have an average cost of $147 which is $4,553 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Arboretum.
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