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


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Capitol View on 14th

Adams Garden Towers

14W Apartments

Allegro

Warder Mansion

The Clifton

Tivoli Gardens
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Highview and Castle Manor

3315 11th St NW

âme at Meridian Hill

The Century

Highland Park at Columbia Heights Metro

Monroe (Furnished Rooms)

Park Square

The Cromwell

1022 Park Rd NW, Unit 1022 Park Rd NW - B
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The Libretto

The Alden

The Yorkshire

Madrona Apartments

3318 Sherman Ave NW, Unit 101

1307 Euclid Street Northwest, Unit A

1412 Chapin St NW, Unit 1412 Chapin Street NW

1323 Clifton St NW, Unit #4

2909 13th St NW, Unit 301
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2918 Sherman Ave NW, Unit A

1327 Belmont St NW, Unit #1

3542 11th St NW, Unit B

1519 Park Rd NW, Unit Apt# 102

783 Irving Street NW, Unit 1

1221 Fairmont St NW

1319 Fairmont St NW

3459 Holmead Pl NW
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1411 Spring Rd NW

1435 Chapin St NW

1436 Meridian Pl NW

2914 11th St NW

3500 13th St NW

3467 Holmead Pl NW

3613 New Hampshire Ave NW
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3511 14th St NW
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 |
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Columbia Heights Studio Apartments | $1,879 | $1,365 | $3,997 |
Columbia Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,615 | $868 | $5,385 |
Columbia Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,439 | $1,297 | $6,679 |
Columbia Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,766 | $1,866 | $6,000 |
Columbia Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,800 | $3,800 | $3,800 |
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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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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.
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