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The Faircliff
2641 14th St NWWashington, DC 20009
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1515 Ogden St NWWashington, DC 20010
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1445 Ogden St NWWashington, DC 20010
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Adams Garden Towers
2325 15th St NWWashington, DC 20009
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3355 16th St NWWashington, DC 20010
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2505 13th St NWWashington, DC 20009
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2407 15th St NWWashington, DC 20009
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1400 Irving St NWWashington, DC 20010
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2523 13th St NWWashington, DC 20009
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1125 Spring Rd NWWashington, DC 20010
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Columbia Heights, Washington, DC Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Columbia Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia Heights Studio Apartments | $1,963 | $1,425 | $4,542 |
| Columbia Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,604 | $868 | $5,317 |
| Columbia Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,613 | $1,297 | $6,526 |
| Columbia Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,226 | $1,866 | $6,000 |
| Columbia Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,800 | $3,800 | $3,800 |
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Cheapest Available Columbia Heights Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Columbia Heights area of Washington, DC is a 1 Bed unit found at The Faircliff priced from $1,363. The Cromwell has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,400. Here are the most affordable Columbia Heights apartments for rent in Washington, DC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Faircliff | 1bds | 1BR,1BA | $1,363 |
| The Cromwell | Studio Small | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
| Tivoli Gardens | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $1,425 |
| Adams Garden Towers | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
| The Yorkshire | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $1,549 |
| The Catherine | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
| Highview and Castle Manor | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,658 |
| Allegro | Style A5 | Studio,1BA | $1,702 |
| The Libretto | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,755 |
| The Century | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,825 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbia Heights, DC
As of August 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Columbia Heights area is the $2.46 price per square foot 1519 Park Rd NW Model at 1519 Park Rd NW, Unit Apt# 102 in the in the Howard University neighborhood starting from $3,200. The second greatest value Columbia Heights apartment is the 3542 11th St NW Model at 3542 11th St NW, Unit B starting at $2,500 with a $2.78 price per square foot in the Howard University neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Columbia Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 1519 Park Rd NW, Unit Apt# 102 | 1519 Park Rd NW | 3BR,1BA | $2.46 |
| 3542 11th St NW, Unit B | 3542 11th St NW | 2BR,2BA | $2.78 |
| Warder Mansion | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| Tivoli Gardens | 1 BDRM | 1BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| Park Square | Unit 104 | 1BR,1BA | $2.99 |
| The Alden | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.37 |
| 2201 15th St NW, Unit B1 | 2201 15th St NW | 1BR,1BA | $3.13 |
| The Faircliff | 1bds | 1BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| The Yorkshire | Studio A | Studio ,1BA | $3.26 |
| Adams Garden Towers | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.33 |
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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
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- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Columbia Heights Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Columbia Heights?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Columbia Heights is under $1,825.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Columbia Heights?
The cheapest apartment in Columbia Heights is The Faircliff which is listed at $1,363, while the average apartment in Columbia Heights costs $4,350.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Columbia Heights?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 82 regular apartments in Columbia Heights that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Columbia Heights?
Cheap apartments in Columbia Heights have an average cost of $609 which is $3,741 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Columbia Heights.
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