
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Del Ray/St Elmo Neighborhood of Washington, DC from $1,000 (48 Rentals)
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Eaton Square

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Presidential Greens

Lloyd Apartments

Glebe House Apartments

Mason Hall

Del Ray Nelson

113 E Glebe Rd

205 E Glebe Rd, Unit a
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2 Ashby St

Jackson Crossing

New Brookside Apartments

1712 W Abingdon Dr

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Del Ray Tower at Fuse

The Station At Potomac Yard Apartments

1808 W Abingdon Dr

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Manor House Apartments
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Del Ray Central at Fuse

1618 W Abingdon Dr, Unit 103

1718 W Abingdon Dr

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Platform

Apex Apartments

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Reserve at Potomac Yard

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Avalon Potomac Yard
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Oakville

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Station 650

1403 E Abingdon Dr

3600 S Glebe Rd

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600 Bashford Ln, Unit SI FL3-ID762

1606 W Abingdon Dr, Unit 101

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The Dalton

Beverly Hills Court
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Apex Apartments

Arbelo Apartments

Brenton Court Apartments

Commonwealth Terrace Apartments

6 Leadbeater Street

1612 W Abingdon Dr

3650 S Glebe Rd, Unit 349

Mason Avenue Apartments

Mason Avenue Apartments
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1814 W Abingdon Dr

Camden Potomac Yard

The Gardens at Del Ray II
Del Ray/St Elmo, Washington, DC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Del Ray/St Elmo?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Del Ray/St Elmo Studio Apartments | $1,769 | $1,299 | $2,857 |
| Del Ray/St Elmo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,375 | $1,314 | $3,703 |
| Del Ray/St Elmo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,044 | $1,659 | $4,372 |
| Del Ray/St Elmo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,817 | $4,501 | $4,995 |
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There are currently 48 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Del Ray/St Elmo Neighborhood of Washington, DC.
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Cheapest Available Del Ray/St Elmo Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Del Ray/St Elmo area of Washington, DC is a Studio unit found at The Square at 511 Apartments priced from $1,099. Presidential Greens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,314. Here are the most affordable Del Ray/St Elmo apartments for rent in Washington, DC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Square at 511 Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,099 |
| Presidential Greens | Plan A1B/A1C | 1BR,1BA | $1,314 |
| Eaton Square | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Lloyd Apartments | 1D | 1BR,1BA | $1,419 |
| Glebe House Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
| Mason Hall | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,574 |
| Del Ray Nelson | Studio, 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
| The Aspen | St. Asaph | Studio,1BA | $1,713 |
| Jackson Crossing | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,740 |
| New Brookside Apartments | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $1,745 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Del Ray/St Elmo, DC
As of July 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Del Ray/St Elmo area is the $2.42 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Apex Apartments in the in the Northeast Alexandria neighborhood starting from $2,073. The second greatest value Del Ray/St Elmo apartment is the 2E Model at Lloyd Apartments starting at $1,979 with a $2.47 price per square foot in the Northeast Alexandria neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Del Ray/St Elmo apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apex Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.42 |
| Lloyd Apartments | 2E | 2BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| The Station At Potomac Yard Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| Jackson Crossing | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.63 |
| Mason Avenue Apartments | 1BR A-Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.77 |
| Mason Avenue Apartments | 1BR A-Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.77 |
| Del Ray Nelson | Studio, 1 Bathroom | Studio ,1BA | $2.75 |
| Eaton Square | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| Presidential Greens | Plan A1B/A1C | 1BR,1BA | $2.41 |
| The Square at 511 Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.36 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Del Ray/St Elmo Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Del Ray/St Elmo?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Del Ray/St Elmo is under $1,745.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Del Ray/St Elmo?
The cheapest apartment in Del Ray/St Elmo is Eaton Square which is listed at $1,350, while the average apartment in Del Ray/St Elmo costs $4,896.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Del Ray/St Elmo?
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 27 regular apartments in Del Ray/St Elmo 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 Del Ray/St Elmo?
Cheap apartments in Del Ray/St Elmo have an average cost of $835 which is $4,061 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Del Ray/St Elmo.
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