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Cypress on Vine
225 Vine St NWWashington, DC 20012
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Brightwood Neighborhood of Washington, DC from $900 (44 Rentals)
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Rolling Terrace
1360 Peabody St NWWashington, DC 20011
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$1,350 - $1,699Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Longfellow Arms
506 Longfellow St NWWashington, DC 20011
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Metro Village Apartments
7051 Spring PlWashington, DC 20012
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The Glade on Laurel
6830-6896 Laurel St NWWashington, DC 20012
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$1,424 - $2,6201 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
6600 Luzon
6600 Luzon Ave NWWashington, DC 20012
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$1,451 - $1,859Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Brightwood Communities
5805 14th St NWWashington, DC 20011
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The Normandie
6817 Georgia Ave NWWashington, DC 20012
5524 8th St NW
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The Dahlia
7019 Georgia Ave NWWashington, DC 20012
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Willow & Maple
6918 Willow St NWWashington, DC 20012
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Gables Takoma Park
7035 Blair Rd NWWashington, DC 20012
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The JC Layne at Georgia
6805 Georgia Ave NWWashington, DC 20012
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Brightwood Gardens Cooperative
931 Longfellow St NWWashington, DC 20011
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Blair Park Gardens
7700 Blair RdTakoma Park, MD 20912
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Azalea Apartments
7517-7521 Blair RdTakoma Park, MD 20912
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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 | $1,699 | $1,070 | $2,551 |
| Brightwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,087 | $1,125 | $3,744 |
| Brightwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,808 | $1,523 | $4,300 |
| Brightwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,194 | $2,475 | $3,870 |
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Cheapest Available Brightwood Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Brightwood area of Washington, DC is a Studio unit found at Blair Park Gardens priced from $1,070. Cypress on Vine has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,075. Here are the most affordable Brightwood apartments for rent in Washington, DC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Blair Park Gardens | 8308 GARLAND AVENUE TAKOMA PARK MD 20912 | Studio,1BA | $1,070 |
| Cypress on Vine | Private Bed & Shared Bath / 6 Person Suite | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Metro Village Apartments | Studio 60% | Studio,1BA | $1,375 |
| The Ivanhoe | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,425 |
| Azalea Apartments | Encore | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Brightwood Communities | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,451 |
| The Normandie | Studio Small | Studio,1BA | $1,475 |
| The Dahlia | Studio A | 1BR,1BA | $1,499 |
| Willow & Maple | A2 | Studio,1BA | $1,548 |
| Gables Takoma Park | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,611 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Brightwood, DC
As of November 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Brightwood area is the $2.35 price per square foot B3 - Large 2 Bedroom Model at Takoma Flats in the in the North Takoma Park neighborhood starting from $2,499. The second greatest value Brightwood apartment is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model at The Rittenhouse starting at $1,799 with a $1.83 price per square foot in the Rock Creek Forest neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Brightwood apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Takoma Flats | B3 - Large 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| The Rittenhouse | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| Clover at The Parks | Private Bedroom in Shared 2 Bed 2 Bath - I | 2BR,2BA | $1.78 |
| 314 ELEVATION | 877 SQ FT | 2BR,1BA | $2.76 |
| Longfellow Arms | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Walden Commons | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.70 |
| 6600 Luzon | 1 Bdrm;Tier 12;14th St Vw | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| Azalea Apartments | Encore | 1BR,1BA | $2.15 |
| Blair Park Gardens | 7702 BLAIR RD | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| The Ivanhoe | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.38 |
Getting Around the Brightwood Neighborhood in Washington, DC
Walk Score®
74 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
67 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
65 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Brightwood Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Brightwood?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Brightwood is under $1,611.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Brightwood?
The cheapest apartment in Brightwood is Cypress on Vine which is listed at $1,075, while the average apartment in Brightwood costs $3,210.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Brightwood?
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 32 regular apartments in Brightwood that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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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.