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Meridian at Gallery Place
450 Massachusetts Ave NWWashington, DC 20001
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300 Massachusetts Ave NWWashington, DC 20001
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425 Massachusetts Ave NW
425 Massachusetts Ave NWWashington, DC 20001
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740-770 5th St NWWashington, DC 20001
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300 K St NWWashington, DC 20001
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450 Massachusetts Ave NW
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Chinatown, Washington, DC Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chinatown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chinatown Studio Apartments | $3,144 | $2,000 | $10,000+ |
| Chinatown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,208 | $2,085 | $10,000+ |
| Chinatown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,324 | $2,770 | $10,000+ |
| Chinatown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,537 | $6,040 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 25 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Chinatown Neighborhood of Washington, DC.
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Cheapest Available Chinatown Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Chinatown area of Washington, DC is a 1 Bed unit found at Liberty Place priced from $841. Carmel Plaza has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,085. Here are the most affordable Chinatown apartments for rent in Washington, DC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty Place | 1 BR LRSP | 1BR,1BA | $841 |
| Carmel Plaza | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,085 |
| 425 Mass | Studio G 558 | Studio,1BA | $2,177 |
| Mass Court | Studio 546 | Studio,1BA | $2,220 |
| 565 Penn Residences | Studio/1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $2,255 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chinatown, DC
As of June 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Chinatown area is the $2.49 price per square foot H Model at The Ashton at Judiciary Square in the in the Mount Vernon Square neighborhood starting from $6,755. The second greatest value Chinatown apartment is the 2BD 2BA Model at The Lansburgh starting at $4,325 with a $3.26 price per square foot in the Mount Vernon Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Chinatown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| The Ashton at Judiciary Square | H | 3BR,2BA | $2.49 |
| The Lansburgh | 2BD 2BA | 2BR,2BA | $3.26 |
| Lydian | ONE BEDROOM T | 1BR,1BA | $4.22 |
| Carmel Plaza | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.05 |
| Meridian at Gallery Place | Monroe I | 1BR,1BA | $3.40 |
| Cantata | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.04 |
| Mass Court | Studio 546 | Studio ,1BA | $3.92 |
| Avalon at Gallery Place | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $4.10 |
| 425 Mass | Studio G 558 | Studio ,1BA | $3.90 |
| Liberty Place | Studio A | Studio ,1BA | $3.00 |
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Getting Around the Chinatown Neighborhood in Washington, DC
Walk Score®
98 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
93 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
100 / 100
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Chinatown Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Chinatown?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Chinatown is at Liberty Place listed at $1,369.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Chinatown Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Chinatown Apartment is $841 at Liberty Place.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Chinatown Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Chinatown is starting from $2,770 at Carmel Plaza.
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.