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300 Massachusetts Ave NWWashington, DC 20001
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200 K St NWWashington, DC 20001
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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 | $2,257 | $1,852 | $2,880 |
| Chinatown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,815 | $2,085 | $8,589 |
| Chinatown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,405 | $2,770 | $10,000+ |
| Chinatown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,065 | $6,389 | $7,757 |
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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 $1,446. Mass Court has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,852. Here are the most affordable Chinatown apartments for rent in Washington, DC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty Place | 1BR A | 1BR,1BA | $1,446 |
| Mass Court | Evermay I | Studio,1BA | $1,852 |
| Carmel Plaza | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,085 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chinatown, DC
As of May 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Chinatown area is the $2.98 price per square foot E-G Model at The Ashton at Judiciary Square in the in the Mount Vernon Square neighborhood starting from $5,550. The second greatest value Chinatown apartment is the 3 Bed/2 Bath PH-C1P-Renovated Model at The Esquire on Fifth starting at $6,389 with a $4.33 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ashton at Judiciary Square | E-G | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.98 |
| The Esquire on Fifth | 3 Bed/2 Bath PH-C1P-Renovated | 3BR,2BA | $4.33 |
| 817 6th St NW, Unit B | 817 6th St NW | 2BR,2BA | $2.73 |
| The Lansburgh | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $3.04 |
| Lyric 440 | TWO BEDROOMS P | 2BR,2BA | $3.87 |
| Lydian | ONE BEDROOM DEN N | 1BR,1BA | $3.75 |
| Carmel Plaza | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.05 |
| Mass Court | Alban I | 1BR,1BA | $3.61 |
| Liberty Place | 1BR B | 1BR,1BA | $3.73 |
| Cantata | S3 | Studio ,1BA | $3.96 |
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 Mass Court listed at $1,852.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Chinatown Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Chinatown Apartment is $1,446 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.
What is the most affordable Chinatown Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Chinatown Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Esquire on Fifth and starts from $6,389.
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