777 7th St NW, Unit 634
777 7th St NW
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Cheap Homes for Rent in Chinatown Neighborhood of Washington, DC from $1,800 (5 Rentals)
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777 7th St NW, Unit 1003
777 7th St NW
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631 D St NW, Unit 338
631 D St NW
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777 7th St NW, Unit 412
777 7th St NW
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555 Massachusetts Ave NW, Unit 706
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Chinatown, Washington, DC Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in Chinatown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chinatown 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,576 | $2,485 | $4,300 |
| Chinatown 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,500 | $5,000 | $6,000 |
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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. 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 | 1BR A | 1BR,1BA | $1,446 |
| Carmel Plaza | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,085 |
| Crosby | S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,123 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chinatown, DC
As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Chinatown area is the $2.96 price per square foot E-G Model at The Ashton at Judiciary Square in the in the Mount Vernon Square neighborhood starting from $5,522. The second greatest value Chinatown apartment is the 3 Bed/2 Bath PH-C1P-Renovated Model at The Esquire on Fifth starting at $5,984 with a $4.06 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 | $2.96 |
| The Esquire on Fifth | 3 Bed/2 Bath PH-C1P-Renovated | 3BR,2BA | $4.06 |
| 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 | $3.82 |
| Carmel Plaza | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.05 |
| Liberty Place | 1BR B | 1BR,1BA | $3.73 |
| Lydian | STUDIO A | Studio ,1BA | $4.05 |
| Cantata | S3 | Studio ,1BA | $4.20 |
| Mass Court | Evermay I | Studio ,1BA | $3.91 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Chinatown
What type of rentals are currently available in Chinatown?
There are currently 49 Apartments for Rent in Chinatown, DC with pricing that ranges from $2,013 to $10,352. There are also 28 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Chinatown ranging from $1,845 to $6,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Chinatown?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Chinatown ranges from $1,845 to $6,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,357.
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