
Cheap Homes for Rent in Capitol Riverfront Neighborhood of Washington, DC from $1,200 (10 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Capitol Riverfront?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capitol Riverfront 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,991 | $3,100 | $6,500 |
| Capitol Riverfront 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,272 | $1,330 | $5,000 |
| Capitol Riverfront 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,050 | $1,330 | $6,300 |
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There are currently 10 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Capitol Riverfront Neighborhood of Washington, DC.
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Cheapest Available Capitol Riverfront Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Capitol Riverfront area of Washington, DC is a 1 Bed unit found at The Bixby priced from $927. Blackbird has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,521. Here are the most affordable Capitol Riverfront apartments for rent in Washington, DC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bixby | 11MXER | 1BR,1BA | $927 |
| Blackbird | Studio S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,521 |
| Harlow Navy Yard | Hepburn3A | 1BR,1BA | $1,615 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Capitol Riverfront, DC
As of July 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Capitol Riverfront area is the $3.09 price per square foot Flynn 3 Model at Harlow Navy Yard in the in the Southwest Washington neighborhood starting from $3,451. The second greatest value Capitol Riverfront apartment is the Potomac Model at 1600 Pennsylvania Ave SE Apartments starting at $2,671 with a $3.13 price per square foot in the Southeast Washington neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Capitol Riverfront apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harlow Navy Yard | Flynn 3 | 2BR,2.5BA | $3.09 |
| 1600 Pennsylvania Ave SE Apartments | Potomac | 2BR,2BA | $3.13 |
| Parc Riverside | 2 Bed/1 Bath-3E | 2BR,1BA | $3.71 |
| Onyx on First | B8 | 2BR,2BA | $3.98 |
| The Garrett | 2-Aa | 2BR,1BA | $3.98 |
| The Bixby | 12MDP | 1BR,2BA | $4.15 |
| The Heywood | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.31 |
| Ore 82 | One Bedroom One Bath (590 SF) | 1BR,1BA | $3.68 |
| 909 | 909- S2 | Studio ,1BA | $3.28 |
| NOVEL South Capitol | Studio-S04 East | Studio ,1BA | $4.17 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Capitol Riverfront
What type of rentals are currently available in Capitol Riverfront?
There are currently 104 Apartments for Rent in Capitol Riverfront, DC with pricing that ranges from $1,650 to $17,732. There are also 87 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Capitol Riverfront ranging from $1,275 to $6,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Capitol Riverfront?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Capitol Riverfront ranges from $1,275 to $6,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,156.
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