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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Congress Heights Neighborhood of Washington, DC from $400 (26 Rentals)
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Greenwood Manor Apartments
2343 Green St SEWashington, DC 20020
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2200 Hunter Pl SE, Unit 101
2200 Hunter Pl SEWashington, DC 20020
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Eagles Crossing Apartments
116 Irvington St SWWashington, DC 20032
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30 Danbury St SE, Unit #3
30 Danbury St SEWashington, DC 20032
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The Gardens
118 Galveston St SWWashington, DC 20032
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Delwin Apartments
4200 S Capitol St SEWashington, DC 20032
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The Renaissance Homes
3320-3322 Wheeler Rd SEWashington, DC 20032
2920 2nd St SE
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South Pointe Apartments
2603 Southern AveTemple Hills, MD 20748
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Congress Heights, Washington, DC Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Congress Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Congress Heights Studio Apartments | $1,183 | $900 | $1,600 |
| Congress Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,359 | $491 | $2,321 |
| Congress Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,609 | $982 | $3,500 |
| Congress Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,033 | $900 | $3,500 |
| Congress Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,622 | $600 | $4,000 |
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Cheapest Available Congress Heights Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Congress Heights area of Washington, DC is a 1 Bed unit found at Oxford Manor priced from $491. Greenwood Manor Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $825. Here are the most affordable Congress Heights apartments for rent in Washington, DC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oxford Manor | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $491 |
| Greenwood Manor Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Eagles Crossing Apartments | 1 Bdr Sm | 1BR,1BA | $932 |
| The Gardens | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Floor Plan | 1BR,1BA | $1,027 |
| Delwin Apartments | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| Naylor Gardens | 1 Bed 1 Bath Standard | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| The Renaissance Homes | 1/1.00 | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Matthews Memorial Terrace | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,106 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Congress Heights, DC
As of June 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Congress Heights area is the $1.68 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Oxford Manor in the in the Southeast Washington neighborhood starting from $1,786. The second greatest value Congress Heights apartment is the 2200 Hunter Pl SE Model at 2200 Hunter Pl SE, Unit 101 starting at $900 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Southeast Washington neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Congress Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oxford Manor | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| 2200 Hunter Pl SE, Unit 101 | 2200 Hunter Pl SE | 3BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Naylor Gardens | 2 Bed 1 Bath Large | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Matthews Memorial Terrace | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Maplewood Apartments | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| The Vista | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Floor Plan | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| Friendship Courts Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Delwin Apartments | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| 30 Danbury St SE, Unit #3 | 30 Danbury St SE | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| Eagles Crossing Apartments | 1 Bdr Sm | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCongress Heights, Washington, DC
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Among neighborhoods in Washington, DC 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
District Of Columbia Public Schools
Public School - Grades PK-5 (205)
2 out of 10
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Getting Around the Congress Heights Neighborhood in Washington, DC
Walk Score®
65 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
42 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
64 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Congress Heights Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Congress Heights?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Congress Heights is under $1,106.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Congress Heights?
The cheapest apartment in Congress Heights is Oxford Manor which is listed at $491, while the average apartment in Congress Heights costs $11,500.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Congress 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 67 regular apartments in Congress 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 Congress Heights?
Cheap apartments in Congress Heights have an average cost of $476 which is $11,024 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Congress Heights.
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