
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the AU Park Friendship Heights Tenley Neighborhood of Washington, DC from $1,100 (48 Rentals)
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Room in Shared 5 bed/2 bath home, Unit B

Room in Shared 5 bed/2 bath home, Unit D

5335 42nd Pl NW

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5102 Warren Plz NW, Unit 3, Unit 3

The Roberta

Chevy Chase Tower

Room in Shared 5 bed/2 bath home, Unit C

The Kenmore
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4427 Nebraska Ave NW

The Berkshire Apartments

The Louise on Western

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Ellicott House

Room in Shared 5 bed/2 bath home, Unit E

Connecticut Heights

The Chesapeake

4801 Connecticut Avenue Apartments

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Clarence House
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The Frontenac

3609 38th St NW

Sulgrave Manor

5406 Connecticut Ave NW, Unit 705, Unit 705

La Reine Apartments

4600 Connecticut Ave NW, Unit 517, Unit 517

3601 Wisconsin Ave NW, Unit 103, Unit 103

5130 Connecticut Ave NW, Unit 108
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3601 Wisconsin Ave NW, Unit 810 - Penthouse, Unit 810 - Penthouse

4600 Connecticut Ave NW, Unit #725, Unit #725

5410 Connecticut Ave NW

5130 Connecticut Ave NW, Unit 210

3601 Wisconsin Ave NW, Unit Apt 201, Unit Apt 201

The Mason at Chevy Chase

5130 Connecticut Ave NW

The Huntington

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Legation House

4600 Connecticut Ave NW

The Livingston

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The Brittany

Greenbriar

5315 Connecticut Ave NW

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5500 Friendship Blvd
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5500 Friendship Blvd, Unit 1029N, Unit 1029N

4515 Willard Ave

5500 Friendship Blvd
AU Park Friendship Heights Tenley, Washington, DC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in AU Park Friendship Heights Tenley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| AU Park Friendship Heights Tenley Studio Apartments | $1,628 | $1,225 | $2,726 |
| AU Park Friendship Heights Tenley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,424 | $1,199 | $5,288 |
| AU Park Friendship Heights Tenley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,970 | $2,115 | $7,389 |
| AU Park Friendship Heights Tenley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,569 | $3,200 | $9,004 |
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Cheapest Available AU Park Friendship Heights Tenley Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the AU Park Friendship Heights Tenley area of Washington, DC is a Studio unit found at The Roberta priced from $1,225. Chevy Chase Tower has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here are the most affordable AU Park Friendship Heights Tenley apartments for rent in Washington, DC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Roberta | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,225 |
| Chevy Chase Tower | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| The Kenmore | Studio - S1G | Studio,1BA | $1,306 |
| The Berkshire Apartments | 0x1 Renovated | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| Ellicott House | S | Studio,1BA | $1,439 |
| Connecticut Heights | Studio F | Studio,1BA | $1,488 |
| Legation House | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,491 |
| The Chesapeake | Studio 12 | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
| The Livingston | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,536 |
| 4801 Connecticut Avenue Apartments | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in AU Park Friendship Heights Tenley, DC
As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the AU Park Friendship Heights Tenley area is the $2.41 price per square foot Design 3B Model at Willard Towers in the in the Spring Valley neighborhood starting from $4,876. The second greatest value AU Park Friendship Heights Tenley apartment is the 4317 River Rd NW Model at 4317 River Rd NW, Unit apt 2 starting at $3,200 with a $2.67 price per square foot in the Tenleytown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for AU Park Friendship Heights Tenley apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Willard Towers | Design 3B | 3BR,2BA | $2.41 |
| 4317 River Rd NW, Unit apt 2 | 4317 River Rd NW | 3BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| North Park | Maryland Premier | 1BR,1BA | $2.64 |
| Highland House West | Pollock - One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.43 |
| Connecticut House Apartments | 1 Bedroom - 13 Tier | 1BR,1BA | $2.59 |
| The Mason at Chevy Chase | One Bedroom Garden | 1BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| 3601 Wisconsin Ave NW, Unit Apt 201 | 3601 Wisconsin Ave NW | 1BR,1BA | $2.82 |
| La Reine Apartments | Tier 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.14 |
| The Roberta | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.58 |
| Chevy Chase Tower | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.13 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleAu Park Friendship Heights Tenley, Washington, DC
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Among cities in District of Columbia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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3.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Au Park Friendship Heights Tenley, Washington, DC
Janney Elementary School
Jackson-Reed High School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap AU Park Friendship Heights Tenley Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in AU Park Friendship Heights Tenley?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in AU Park Friendship Heights Tenley is under $1,550.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in AU Park Friendship Heights Tenley?
The cheapest apartment in AU Park Friendship Heights Tenley is The Roberta which is listed at $1,399, while the average apartment in AU Park Friendship Heights Tenley costs $4,866.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in AU Park Friendship Heights Tenley?
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 163 regular apartments in AU Park Friendship Heights Tenley 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 AU Park Friendship Heights Tenley?
Cheap apartments in AU Park Friendship Heights Tenley have an average cost of $886 which is $3,980 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in AU Park Friendship Heights Tenley.
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