
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Brightwood Neighborhood of Washington, DC (163 Rentals)


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501 Kennedy Apartments

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The Hartley

The Vale at the Parks

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Reynard

Metro Village Apartments

Georgia Flats

Motif

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Takoma Central

Takoma Flats

The Rittenhouse

Cypress on Vine

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Willow & Maple

The Normandie

6600 Luzon

Rolling Terrace

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Gables Takoma Park

Longfellow Arms

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5737 13th St NW, Unit Apartment #1

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5820 16th St NW, Unit 5820

716 HIGHLAND AVE NW

521 Powhatan Pl NW, Unit Lower Level

5611 5th St NW

939 Longfellow St NW, Unit 205

5508 7th St NW

5508 7th St NW
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6416 2nd Pl NW

710 Kennedy St NW

5410 3rd St NW

6803 Cameron Dr NW

5405 9th St NW

5731 Colorado Ave NW

7205 Georgia Ave NW

1301 Somerset Pl NW

5407 9th St NW, Unit 306

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5601 Colorado Ave NW

Butternut Apartments

Brightwood Gardens Cooperative

The Arbor at Takoma

5506 14th St Nw

Lightview Cooperative

Bravo on Kennedy

Emery Apartments

Georgia Row at Walter Reed
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Brightwood, Washington, DC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Brightwood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brightwood Studio Apartments | $1,713 | $1,070 | $2,583 |
Brightwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,134 | $900 | $3,852 |
| Brightwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,706 | $1,424 | $4,321 |
| Brightwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,435 | $950 | $3,142 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 163 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Brightwood Neighborhood of Washington, DC.
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Largest Available Brightwood 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Brightwood area of Washington, DC is found at The Rittenhouse and is listed at 982 square feet priced from $2,133. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Rittenhouse | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 982 Sq Ft | $2,133 |
| The Glade on Laurel | A34D | 926 Sq Ft | $3,852 |
| Willow & Maple | C2 | 914 Sq Ft | $2,589 |
| The Van Buren | Small 1Bdrm-1Bath-Tier 2 | 900 Sq Ft | $1,499 |
| The Vale at the Parks | 1D-H0 | 895 Sq Ft | $2,763 |
| 6600 Luzon | 1 Bdrm;Tier 01 + 03 | 850 Sq Ft | $1,499 |
| Takoma Flats | A4 - 1 Bedroom w/ Patio | 825 Sq Ft | $2,050 |
| The Hartley | AD3 | 813 Sq Ft | $2,643 |
| Gables Takoma Park | A8 | 800 Sq Ft | $2,377 |
| Brightwood Communities | 1 Bedroom | 635 Sq Ft | $1,550 |
Cheapest Available Brightwood 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Brightwood of Washington, DC is the Private Bed & Shared Bath / 6 Person Suite Model starting from $900 at Cypress on Vine. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Brightwood is currently $2,134. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Cypress on Vine | Private Bed & Shared Bath / 6 Person Suite | $900 |
| 5408 4th St NW | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,015 |
| Blair Park Gardens | 8306 GARLAND AVENUE TAKOMA PARK MD 20912 | $1,195 |
| The Ivanhoe | One Bedroom | $1,299 |
| The Normandie | One Bedroom Medium | $1,299 |
| 5524 8th St NW | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,395 |
| Longfellow Arms | 1 Bed, 1 bath | $1,399 |
| Metro Village Apartments | One Bedroom One Bath 60% | $1,490 |
| The Van Buren | Small 1Bdrm-1Bath-Tier 2 | $1,499 |
Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Brightwood Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Brightwood with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Brightwood is at Cypress on Vine listed at $900.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Brightwood Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Brightwood is $2,134.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Brightwood Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Brightwood is a 982 square feet unit starting from $2,133 at The Rittenhouse.
What is the average size for Brightwood 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Brightwood is currently 651 sq ft.
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