Cheap Homes for Rent in the Columbia Heights DC Neighborhood of Washington, DC from $850 (28 Rentals)

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property at 1323 Florida Ave NW
$1,279

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Base Rent$1,279
Total Monthly Price$1,279
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
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1323 Florida Ave NW, Unit 4

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property at 1321 Fairmont St NW
$1,500 - $2,300
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1321 Fairmont St NW

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property at 1336 Kenyon St NW
$1,700

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Base Rent$1,700
Total Monthly Price$1,700
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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1336 Kenyon St NW

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Columbia Heights DC, Washington, DC Local Guide

Best Value Homes for Rent in Columbia Heights DC, DC

As of September 23, 2026 the best value rental home in the Columbia Heights DC area is the $2.25 price per square foot 1505 Spring Pl NW Model at 1505 Spring Pl NW in the Columbia Heights neighborhood starting from $5,200. The second greatest value Columbia Heights DC rental home is the 3608 11th St NW Model at 3608 11th St NW in the Howard University neighborhood starting at $3,600 with a $2.01 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Columbia Heights DC homes based on price per square foot:

Home ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1505 Spring Pl NW1505 Spring Pl NW4BR, 3.5BA$2.25
3608 11th St NW3608 11th St NW2BR, 2.5BA$2.01
3626 10th St NW3626 10th St NW3BR, 2.5BA$2.73
1308 Clifton St NW, Unit 2171308 Clifton St NW2BR, 2BA$2.85
1110 Euclid St NW, Unit Basement Apartment1110 Euclid St NW2BR, 2BA$2.23
1110 Euclid St NW1110 Euclid St NW2BR, 2BA$2.23
1300 Block Euclid St NW1300 Block Euclid St NW2BR, 2BA$2.16
1438 Park Rd NW, Unit 21438 Park Rd NW2BR, 2.5BA$2.70
1336 Kenyon St NW1336 Kenyon St NW1BR, 1BA$2.27
1323 Florida Ave NW, Unit 41323 Florida Ave NW1BR, 1BA$1.71

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Columbia Heights Dc, Washington, DC

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Frequently Asked Questions about Columbia Heights DC

What type of rentals are currently available in Columbia Heights DC?

There are currently 390 Apartments for Rent in Columbia Heights DC, DC with pricing that ranges from $868 to $5,659. There are also 97 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Columbia Heights DC ranging from $850 to $8,590.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Columbia Heights DC?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Columbia Heights DC ranges from $850 to $8,590 with an average monthly rent of $3,021.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Columbia Heights DC?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Columbia Heights DC range from $1,714 to $5,659, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,300 to $5,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,130 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,514.

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