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Washington's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
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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 | $1,768 | $1,295 | $3,997 |
| Columbia Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,510 | $868 | $4,535 |
| Columbia Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,443 | $1,297 | $4,901 |
| Columbia Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,174 | $3,299 | $5,700 |
| Columbia Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,450 | $5,450 | $5,450 |
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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 Studio unit found at The Cromwell priced from $1,298. The Faircliff has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,363. Here are the most affordable Columbia Heights apartments for rent in Washington, DC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cromwell | Studio Small | Studio,1BA | $1,298 |
| The Faircliff | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,363 |
| Tivoli Gardens | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $1,385 |
| Hilltop House | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
| Adams Garden Towers | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
| The Catherine | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
| The Yorkshire | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,599 |
| 3315 11th St NW | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,600 |
| The Libretto | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,615 |
| Highview and Castle Manor | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,626 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbia Heights, DC
As of December 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Columbia Heights area is the $1.90 price per square foot 3618 11th St NW Model at 3618 11th St NW in the in the Howard University neighborhood starting from $1,900. The second greatest value Columbia Heights apartment is the 3624 13th St NW Model at 3624 13th St NW, Unit B starting at $2,375 with a $2.64 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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| 3618 11th St NW | 3618 11th St NW | 2BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| 3624 13th St NW, Unit B | 3624 13th St NW | 2BR,1BA | $2.64 |
| Tivoli Gardens | 1 BDRM | 1BR,1BA | $2.62 |
| The Alden | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.24 |
| Warder Mansion | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.42 |
| The Faircliff | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.73 |
| The Yorkshire | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.37 |
| Adams Garden Towers | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.33 |
| The Catherine | STUDIO | Studio ,1BA | $3.54 |
| The Cromwell | Studio Small | Studio ,1BA | $3.25 |
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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
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79 / 100
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Transit is convenient for most trips
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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 $1,626.
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 $5,450.
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 25 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 $735 which is $4,715 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Columbia Heights.
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