
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Congress Heights Neighborhood of Washington, DC from $750 (79 Rentals)


127 Wilmington Pl SE, Unit Unit 1

Eagles Crossing Apartments

Greenwood Manor Apartments

10 Danbury St SE

Delwin Apartments

Naylor Gardens

Livingston House

16 Danbury St SE

24 Danbury St SE
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Madison Courts

4235 1st St SE

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Garden Village

Friendship Crossing

508 Brandywine St SE

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231 Oakwood St SE

Randle Hill

3868 9th St SE

3868 9th St SE, Unit 302

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Unity Place

Rockburne Estates

River East-Oxon Run

The Vista

420 Newcomb St SE, Unit 3, Unit 3

3221 Stanton Rd SE

1310 Congress St SE, Unit #310, Unit #310

327 Parkland Pl SE

742 Brandywine St SE, Unit B1, Unit B1

Meadowbrook Run
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Oxford Manor

3035 30th St SE, Unit 2M

The Gardens

2820 Pomeroy Rd SE, Unit 1

Bowen Flats

756 Upsal St SE

Southern Hills Apartments

206 Trenton Pl SE

River East-Wheeler Road

The Danbury Apartments
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4115 1st St SE

Carver Hall Apartments

Fort Stanton Apartments

Hanover Courts

Martin's View Apartments

Garden Village

Friendship Courts Apartments

Matthews Memorial Terrace - 62+ Senior Living

Oak Park Apartments

Wilmington Place
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Congress Heights, Washington, DC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Congress Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Congress Heights Studio Apartments | $1,374 | $900 | $2,966 |
Congress Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,304 | $750 | $2,321 |
| Congress Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,545 | $963 | $2,795 |
| Congress Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,870 | $900 | $3,500 |
| Congress Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,559 | $2,500 | $4,138 |
| Congress Heights 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,600 | $6,500 | $6,700 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCongress Heights, Washington, DC
Ranked #122
Among cities in District of Columbia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Congress Heights, Washington, DC
Simon Elementary School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Congress Heights Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Congress Heights?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Congress Heights is at Eagles Crossing Apartments listed at $820.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Congress Heights Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Congress Heights Apartment is $820 at Eagles Crossing Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Congress Heights Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Congress Heights is starting from $820 at Eagles Crossing Apartments.
What is the most affordable Congress Heights Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Congress Heights Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Eagles Crossing Apartments and starts from $820.
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