
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Deanwood Neighborhood of Washington, DC from $800 (27 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Deanwood area of Washington.


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5521 Jay St NE

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1014 48th Pl NE
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Residences at Hayes

1150 51st St NE

Hilltop Apartments

4945 Sheriff Rd NE

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4101 Gault Plz NE, Unit 101

1126 48th Pl NE
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1136 45th St NE, Unit 4

4532 Eads St NE, Unit 1

945 52nd St NE

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Huntwood Courts

5001 Sheriff Rd NE
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Glendale Plaza

The Strand

Hayes Street Apartments

824 48th Pl NE

5000 Just St NE

716 55th St NE
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Addison Chapel

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Addison Row

Woodhaven Apartments
Deanwood, Washington, DC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Deanwood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deanwood Studio Apartments | $1,292 | $1,292 | $1,292 |
| Deanwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,796 | $1,099 | $3,235 |
| Deanwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,017 | $1,299 | $2,886 |
| Deanwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,035 | $1,800 | $5,500 |
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There are currently 27 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Deanwood Neighborhood of Washington, DC.
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Cheapest Available Deanwood Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Deanwood area of Washington, DC is a 1 Bed unit found at Addison Chapel priced from $1,049. Huntwood Courts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,125. Here are the most affordable Deanwood apartments for rent in Washington, DC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Addison Chapel | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,049 |
| Huntwood Courts | A1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| Residences at Hayes | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,292 |
| Hilltop Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| 4945 Sheriff Rd NE | 2 Bed / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Glendale Plaza | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Floor Plan | 1BR,1BA | $1,399 |
| 945 52nd St NE | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| Addison Row | PH1 A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,765 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Deanwood, DC
As of July 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Deanwood area is the $1.50 price per square foot 2 Bed / 1 Bath Model at 4945 Sheriff Rd NE in the in the East Corner neighborhood starting from $1,350. The second greatest value Deanwood apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 bath Model at 945 52nd St NE starting at $1,750 with a $1.94 price per square foot in the East Corner neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Deanwood apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4945 Sheriff Rd NE | 2 Bed / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 945 52nd St NE | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| Boundary Stone Flats | 2 Bed/2 Bath (251bc1) | 2BR,2BA | $2.47 |
| 4101 Gault Plz NE, Unit 101 | 4101 Gault Plz NE | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Addison Row | PH2 A3PM | 1BR,1BA | $2.64 |
| Hilltop Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| Glendale Plaza | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Floor Plan | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
| Huntwood Courts | A1A | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Addison Chapel | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| Residences at Hayes | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.57 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Deanwood Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Deanwood?
The cheapest apartment in Deanwood is Addison Chapel which is listed at $1,049, while the average apartment in Deanwood costs $2,790.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Deanwood?
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 6 regular apartments in Deanwood 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 Deanwood?
Cheap apartments in Deanwood have an average cost of $697 which is $2,093 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Deanwood.
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