Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Dakota Crossing Neighborhood of Washington, DC from $900 (22 Rentals)

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Hedin House Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Hedin House Apartments

2900 Newton St NEWashington, DC 20018
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1811 Irving Street
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

1811 Irving Street

1811 Irving St NEWashington, DC 20018
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The Madelyn
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Madelyn

1820 Irving St NEWashington, DC 20018
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THE ASHTON 1814
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

THE ASHTON 1814

1814-1816 Irving St NEWashington, DC 20018
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The Santmyers
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Santmyers

3200 22nd St NEWashington, DC 20018

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$820

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3707 37th Pl, Unit Room C

3707 37th Pl
BrentwoodMD20722
property at 3409 Eastern Ave

$1,350

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3409 Eastern Ave

Mount RainierMD20712
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Newton Square Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Newton Square Apartments

3505-3535 Otis StMount Rainier, MD 20712
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Singer Flats
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Singer Flats

3300 Rhode Island AveMount Rainier, MD 20712

Dakota Crossing, Washington, DC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Dakota Crossing Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Dakota Crossing area of Washington, DC is a 1 Bed unit found at The Residences at Gateway priced from $1,735. Parkway Plaza has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,984. Here are the most affordable Dakota Crossing apartments for rent in Washington, DC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Residences at Gateway1 BED 1 BATH1BR,1BA$1,735
Parkway Plaza1BR LARGE M-LEVEL 2 WICs1BR,1BA$1,984
The Jamison at Dakota CrossingA81BR,1BA$1,984
Evergreen Apartments1/1.5b1BR,1BA$1,999

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dakota Crossing, DC

As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dakota Crossing area is the $2.14 price per square foot 2 BED 2 BATH Model at The Residences at Gateway in the in the Dakota Crossing neighborhood starting from $2,085. The second greatest value Dakota Crossing apartment is the 2BR SMALL L-LEVEL 1 WIC Model at Parkway Plaza starting at $2,562 with a $2.91 price per square foot in the Dakota Crossing neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Dakota Crossing apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Residences at Gateway2 BED 2 BATH2BR,2BA$2.14
Parkway Plaza2BR SMALL L-LEVEL 1 WIC2BR,1BA$2.91
Evergreen Apartments2b/2b2BR,2BA$3.04
The Jamison at Dakota CrossingA81BR,1BA$2.83
3310 Perry St, Unit 33103310 Perry St2BR,1BA$2.58

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Dakota Crossing, Washington, DC

Ranked #53

Among cities in District of Columbia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dakota Crossing Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Dakota Crossing Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Dakota Crossing Apartment is $1,735 at The Residences at Gateway.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Dakota Crossing Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Dakota Crossing is starting from $2,085 at The Residences at Gateway.

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