
Cheap Homes for Rent in Brightwood Neighborhood of Washington, DC from $800 (11 Rentals)
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716 HIGHLAND AVE NW, Unit TAKOMA HIGHLAND MBR1

243 Missouri Ave NW

6645 Georgia Ave NW

6416 2nd Pl NW
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604 Longfellow St NW, Unit 305

5601 Colorado Ave NW

5601 Colorado Ave NW

5611 5th St NW

5421 8th St NW
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531 Kennedy St NW
Brightwood, Washington, DC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Brightwood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brightwood 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,783 | $1,850 | $3,733 |
| Brightwood 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,675 | $3,300 | $4,200 |
| Brightwood 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,730 | $4,250 | $5,800 |
| Brightwood 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,400 | $5,400 | $7,400 |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Brightwood Neighborhood of Washington, DC.
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Cheapest Available Brightwood Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Brightwood area of Washington, DC is a 1 Bed unit found at Cypress on Vine priced from $900. Blair Park Gardens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,070. Here are the most affordable Brightwood apartments for rent in Washington, DC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cypress on Vine | Private Bed & Shared Bath / 6 Person Suite | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Blair Park Gardens | 8308 GARLAND AVENUE TAKOMA PARK MD 20912 | Studio,1BA | $1,070 |
| The Ivanhoe | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,304 |
| 1311 Madison St., NW | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| Metro Village Apartments | Studio 60% | Studio,1BA | $1,375 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Brightwood, DC
As of February 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Brightwood area is the $2.00 price per square foot 2 Bdrm Tiers02-04-09-11 Model at 6600 Luzon in the in the Rosemary Hills neighborhood starting from $2,095. The second greatest value Brightwood apartment is the Private Bedroom in Shared 2 Bed 2 Bath - I Model at Clover at The Parks starting at $1,650 with a $1.78 price per square foot in the North Takoma Park 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6600 Luzon | 2 Bdrm Tiers02-04-09-11 | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Clover at The Parks | Private Bedroom in Shared 2 Bed 2 Bath - I | 2BR,2BA | $1.78 |
| The Van Buren | Small 1Bdrm-1Bath-Tier 2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| Rolling Terrace | One Bed- Tier 03 | 1BR,1BA | $2.36 |
| 5737 13th St NW, Unit Apartment #1 | 5737 13th St NW | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| Longfellow Arms | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Azalea Apartments | Encore | 1BR,1BA | $2.36 |
| 5524 8th St NW | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.15 |
| Blair Park Gardens | 7702 BLAIR RD | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| The Ivanhoe | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Brightwood
What type of rentals are currently available in Brightwood?
There are currently 263 Apartments for Rent in Brightwood, DC with pricing that ranges from $900 to $4,500. There are also 38 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Brightwood ranging from $850 to $7,400.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Brightwood?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Brightwood ranges from $850 to $7,400 with an average monthly rent of $3,455.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Brightwood?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Brightwood range from $950 to $4,100, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,300 to $4,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,250 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $950.
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