Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Congress Heights Neighborhood of Washington, DC from $600 (49 Rentals)
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Eagles Crossing Apartments

Greenwood Manor Apartments

2200 Hunter Pl SE, Unit 101

Savannah

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10 Danbury St SE

4030 Livingston Rd SE

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Friendship Crossing

625 Chesapeake St SE

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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 | $1,277 | $900 | $1,900 |
| Congress Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,304 | $750 | $2,110 |
| Congress Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,568 | $963 | $2,695 |
| Congress Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,948 | $900 | $4,000 |
| Congress Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,059 | $600 | $6,000 |
| Congress Heights 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,500 | $6,500 | $6,500 |
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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 Eagles Crossing Apartments priced from $820. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eagles Crossing Apartments | 1 Bdr Lg | 1BR,1BA | $820 |
| Greenwood Manor Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Savannah | 2BR130 | 2BR,1BA | $963 |
| Delwin Apartments | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| Southview | Studio 1Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,102 |
| South Pointe Apartments | Luna | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| Madison Courts | 4-3 | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| The Vue At Oxon Hill | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $1,180 |
| Friendship Crossing | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Floor Plan | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Congress Heights, DC
As of December 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Congress Heights area is the $1.63 price per square foot 3A Maple Model at Oaks at Oxon Hill in the in the Glassmanor neighborhood starting from $1,733. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oaks at Oxon Hill | 3A Maple | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.63 |
| 2200 Hunter Pl SE, Unit 101 | 2200 Hunter Pl SE | 3BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Greenwood Manor Apartments | 3 Bed, 1.5 Bath | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.86 |
| Maplewood Apartments | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Harbor's Edge | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Oxford Manor | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| The Vista | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Floor Plan | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| Eagles Crossing Apartments | 2 Bdr Sm | 2BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Friendship Courts Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Delwin Apartments | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCongress Heights, Washington, DC
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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 Southview listed at $1,102.
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 $963 at Savannah.
What is the most affordable Congress Heights Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Congress Heights Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Village at Chesapeake and starts from $1,500.
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