Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Arboretum Neighborhood of Washington, DC from $1,000 (41 Rentals)

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2601 30th St NE

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1111 Orren St NE

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1811 Irving Street
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

1811 Irving Street

1811 Irving St NEWashington, DC 20018
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Jetu Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Jetu Apartments

849 20th St NEWashington, DC 20002
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1101-1113 19th St NE
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1101-1113 19th St NE

1101-1113 19th St NEWashington, DC 20002
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Fairway Park
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Fairway Park

2100 Maryland Ave NEWashington, DC 20002
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The Carrolton
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Carrolton

1615-1625 Franklin St NEWashington, DC 20018
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Washington Overlook
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Washington Overlook

3502 Commodore Joshua Barney Dr NEWashington, DC 20018
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Eleven64 55+ Community
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Eleven64 55+ Community

1164 Bladensburg Rd NEWashington, DC 20002
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The Edwards
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Edwards

1530 Rhode Island Ave NEWashington, DC 20018

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The Balwire Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Balwire Apartments

1806 I St NEWashington, DC 20002
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Arboretum, Washington, DC Local Guide

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 $1,195. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Jetu1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,195
Fairway Park1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,275
The CarroltonStudioStudio,1BA$1,299
Union HeightsS1AStudio,1BA$1,380
The Edwards1Bedroom/1Bath1BR,1BA$1,595
The Hecht WarehouseSAStudio,1BA$1,600
Big Sky FlatsOrion (J4 - J6)1BR,1BA$1,615

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Arboretum, DC

As of November 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Arboretum area is the $2.00 price per square foot 1225 Raum St NE Model at 1225 Raum St NE, Unit #2 in the in the Northeast Washington neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Arboretum apartment is the 1267 Meigs Place NE, #4 Model at 1267 Meigs Place NE, #4 starting at $1,850 with a $2.18 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1225 Raum St NE, Unit #21225 Raum St NE2BR,2BA$2.00
1267 Meigs Place NE, #41267 Meigs Place NE, #42BR,1BA$2.18
1904 M St NE, Unit 31904 M St NE2BR,1BA$1.87
1245 Raum St NE, Unit Unit 11245 Raum St NE1BR,1BA$2.24
1107 Penn St NE, Unit #11107 Penn St NE1BR,1BA$2.08
Parkway Plaza1BR LARGE T-LEVEL 2 WICs1BR,1BA$2.51
1958 W Virginia Ave NE, Unit 11958 W Virginia Ave NE1BR,1BA$1.86
The Edwards1Bedroom/1Bath1BR,1BA$2.45
Fairway Park2 Bedroom A2BR,1BA$2.23
Jetu1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.17

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Rent Smart in Washington DC: Best Neighborhoods to Rent for University Students

Discover the top neighborhoods for university students to rent in Washington D.C. Find affordable, convenient, and vibrant areas near major campuses on ApartmentHomeLiving.com.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Arboretum, Washington, DC

Ranked #107

Among cities in District of Columbia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Arboretum Neighborhood in Washington, DC

Walk Score®

64 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

45 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

48 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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 $1,615.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Arboretum?

The cheapest apartment in Arboretum is Jetu which is listed at $1,195, while the average apartment in Arboretum costs $4,000.

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 11 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 $120 which is $3,880 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Arboretum.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Washington DC Local Expert's Guide to Top Affordable Neighborhoods for Renters in the DC Metro

Written by: Steve Lilly

I'm Steve, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Washington, DC.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.