
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Columbia Heights Neighborhood of Washington, DC (185 Rentals)


View 14

Capitol View on 14th

NOVEL 14th Street by Crescent Communities

The Clifton

Adams Garden Towers

14W Apartments

Warder Mansion

Highland Park at Columbia Heights Metro

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Totten Tower L.P.

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The Libretto

The Yorkshire

The Alden

749 Park Rd NW, Unit 3

2601 14th St NW

2601 14th St NW

2601 14th St NW

2601 14th St NW
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1223 Harvard St NW

2420 14th St NW

2523 13th St NW

1108 Columbia Rd NW

1106 Columbia Rd NW

1417 Belmont St NW

1354 Euclid St NW

1390 Kenyon St NW

3517 14th St NW
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3534 10th St NW

1429 Belmont St NW

Lumen Condos

1445 Spring Rd NW

Hailey House

Solea

The Celsius Condominiums

The Apex

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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 | $1,847 | $1,295 | $3,997 |
Columbia Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,517 | $868 | $4,551 |
| Columbia Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,430 | $1,297 | $4,901 |
| Columbia Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,204 | $3,199 | $5,600 |
| Columbia Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,135 | $4,135 | $4,135 |
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Largest Available Columbia Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Columbia Heights area of Washington, DC is found at 14W Apartments and is listed at 1,287 square feet priced from $3,872. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14W Apartments | 12s1D 1BR/2BA+den | 1,287 Sq Ft | $3,872 |
| NOVEL 14th Street by Crescent Communities | A14 ANSI | 1,004 Sq Ft | $3,820 |
| View 14 | One Bedroom Den A1CD | 836 Sq Ft | $3,498 |
| Capitol View on 14th | One Bedroom A1G | 795 Sq Ft | $2,611 |
| The Cromwell | One Bedroom Large | 775 Sq Ft | $2,249 |
| Allegro | Style B16 Penthouse | 765 Sq Ft | $2,762 |
| Madrona Apartments | 1 Bed-1 Bath #205 + 305 | 744 Sq Ft | $2,349 |
| Highview and Castle Manor | One Bedroom | 712 Sq Ft | $2,313 |
Cheapest Available Columbia Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Columbia Heights of Washington, DC is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model starting from $1,363 at The Faircliff. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Columbia Heights is currently $2,517. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| The Faircliff | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | $1,363 |
| Totten Tower L.P. | One Bedroom | $1,636 |
| Holmead Apartments | One Bedroom | $1,640 |
| Park Heights | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,695 |
| Adams Garden Towers | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | $1,700 |
| The Sophia Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | $1,771 |
| The Cromwell | One Bedroom Small | $1,800 |
| Tivoli Gardens | 1 BDRM | $1,857 |
| NoSHA | 1 Bed- 1Bath A | $1,975 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Columbia Heights Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Columbia Heights with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Columbia Heights is at The Faircliff listed at $1,363.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Columbia Heights Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Columbia Heights is $2,517.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Columbia Heights Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Columbia Heights is a 1,287 square feet unit starting from $3,872 at 14W Apartments.
What is the average size for Columbia Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Columbia Heights is currently 1,480 sq ft.
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