
Apartments for Rent in the Columbia Heights Neighborhood of Washington, DC (473 Rentals)


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The Clifton

Adams Garden Towers

The Century

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14W Apartments

Warder Mansion

Highview and Castle Manor

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NOVEL 14th Street by Crescent Communities

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Ame at Meridian Hill
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Tivoli Gardens

Highland Park at Columbia Heights Metro

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Holmead Apartments

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Park Square

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The Appleton at Spring Flats Senior 62+

The Arden

Monroe

The Alden
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The Carraway

The Cromwell

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Totten Tower L.P.

1441 Harvard Street Apartments

1350 Florida Ave NW

The Fitz

The Libretto

The Yorkshire

Carl F. West Estates
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Allegro

2307 15th St NW, Unit 1

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3111 11th St NW, Unit Basement Apartment

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2608 Sherman Ave NW, Unit 1

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1306 Fairmont St NW, Unit A

1412 Chapin St NW, Unit 1412 Chapin Street NW

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1411 Oak St NW, Unit 201

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1514 Columbia Rd NW, Unit 1514B

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3461 Holmead Pl NW

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3213 11th St NW
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739 Newton Pl NW, Unit 104

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2918 Sherman Ave NW, Unit A

1023 Columbia Rd NW

1211 Harvard St NW, Unit 1

1336 Kenyon St NW

1110 Euclid St NW

3518 10th St NW, Unit 3518 10th ST NW B

3021 15th St NW, Unit 1

1308 Clifton St NW, Unit 217

1464 Newton St NW, Unit B
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Columbia Heights, Washington, DC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Columbia Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia Heights Studio Apartments | $1,836 | $1,350 | $3,997 |
| Columbia Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,429 | $868 | $4,383 |
| Columbia Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,300 | $1,297 | $5,447 |
| Columbia Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,760 | $1,649 | $4,850 |
| Columbia Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,195 | $1,449 | $5,300 |
| Columbia Heights 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,049 | $1,199 | $6,500 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in areas across the United States including Columbia Heights, Washington, and the greater Washington area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best outdoor access, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, features that make it easier to raise kids, and more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Family-Friendly Rating
Do you have little ones? Amongst all of the communities in Washington, Columbia Heights is one of the best submarkets for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. Family Friendly neighborhoods provide resources like parks, playgrounds, extra living spaces, features for pets, picnic areas, recreation rooms, walking and biking trails, and access to the best-rated education and schools.
Luxury Living Rating
This neighborhood is now ranked as amongst the finest high-end submarkets in town, with a score of 3.5 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like pools, saunas, workout spaces, on-site concierge services, park views, easy access to green space, and kitchen details like granite and high-end fixtures. Other luxury items often include wood-burning fireplaces, sports like tennis and raquetball, and a full-time security staff or doorman.
Pet Friendly Rating
This part of town ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Columbia Heights
How much are Studio apartments in Columbia Heights?
There are currently 321 Studio Apartments in Columbia Heights with rent ranges from $1,350 to $3,997 with an average price of $1,836.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Columbia Heights Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Columbia Heights ranges from $868 to $4,383 with an average monthly rent of $2,429.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Columbia Heights cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Columbia Heights range from $1,297 to $5,447. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,300.
How expensive are Columbia Heights Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 82 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Columbia Heights on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,649 to $4,850 - averaging $2,760 for the location.
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