Apartments for Rent in the Columbia Heights Neighborhood of Washington, DC (387 Rentals)

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Columbia Heights, Washington, DC Local Guide

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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 3.5 out of 4.

Getting Around the Columbia Heights Neighborhood in Washington, DC

Walk Score®

94 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

91 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

79 / 100

Excellent Transit

Transit is convenient for most trips

Frequently Asked Questions about Columbia Heights

How much are Studio apartments in Columbia Heights?

There are currently 110 Studio Apartments in Columbia Heights with rent ranges from $1,365 to $3,997 with an average price of $1,879.

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 $5,385 with an average monthly rent of $2,615.

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 $6,679. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,439.

How expensive are Columbia Heights Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 70 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Columbia Heights on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,866 to $6,000 - averaging $3,766 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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