Cheap Homes for Rent in Congress Heights Neighborhood of Washington, DC from $1,000 (33 Rentals)

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Congress Heights, Washington, DC Local Guide

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 Greenwood Manor Apartments priced from $825. Eagles Crossing Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $932. Here are the most affordable Congress Heights apartments for rent in Washington, DC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Greenwood Manor Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$825
Eagles Crossing Apartments1 Bdr Sm1BR,1BA$932
The Gardens1 Bedroom 1 Bath Floor Plan1BR,1BA$1,027
Delwin Apartments1 BR/ 1 BA1BR,1BA$1,045
SouthviewStudio 1BathroomStudio,1BA$1,047
Naylor Gardens1 Bed 1 Bath Standard1BR,1BA$1,050
The Renaissance Homes1/1.001BR,1BA$1,075
Matthews Memorial Terrace - 62+ Senior LivingOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,106
South Pointe ApartmentsLuna1BR,1BA$1,125

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Congress Heights, DC

As of July 07, 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 3 Bed, 1.5 Bath Model at Greenwood Manor Apartments starting at $1,600 with a $1.86 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Oxford ManorTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.68
Greenwood Manor Apartments3 Bed, 1.5 Bath3BR,1.5BA$1.86
Naylor Gardens2 Bed 1 Bath Large2BR,1BA$1.63
Matthews Memorial Terrace - 62+ Senior LivingOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.31
Maplewood Apartments2 Bedrooms2BR,1BA$1.75
The Vista1 Bedroom 1 Bath Floor Plan1BR,1BA$1.78
Friendship Courts Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.75
Delwin Apartments1 BR/ 1 BA1BR,1BA$1.61
30 Danbury St SE, Unit #330 Danbury St SE1BR,1BA$1.84
Eagles Crossing Apartments1 Bdr Sm1BR,1BA$1.77

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Frequently Asked Questions about Congress Heights

What type of rentals are currently available in Congress Heights?

There are currently 460 Apartments for Rent in Congress Heights, DC with pricing that ranges from $491 to $3,750. There are also 73 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Congress Heights ranging from $1,000 to $5,050.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Congress Heights?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Congress Heights ranges from $1,000 to $5,050 with an average monthly rent of $2,849.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Congress Heights?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Congress Heights range from $1,400 to $3,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,225 to $3,700. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,695 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,950.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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