
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown DC Neighborhood of Washington, DC (698 Rentals)


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Downtown DC, Washington, DC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown DC?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown DC Studio Apartments | $2,311 | $1,057 | $10,000+ |
Downtown DC 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,930 | $770 | $10,000+ |
Downtown DC 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,457 | $1,281 | $10,000+ |
Downtown DC 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,183 | $1,850 | $10,000+ |
Downtown DC 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,343 | $4,950 | $8,490 |
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Largest Available Downtown DC 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Downtown DC area of Washington, DC is found at R Street Apartments and is listed at 1,535 square feet priced from $2,400. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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R Street Apartments | 1MKT | 1,535 Sq Ft | $2,400 |
Elle | 1 Bed/2 Bath JR Den-ABJD05 | 1,208 Sq Ft | $5,423 |
The Phoenix Apartments | 1 Bedroom 11 Tier | 1,146 Sq Ft | $2,125 |
7th Flats | AD12 + Den | 1,102 Sq Ft | $3,768 |
The Hepburn | 1 Bed 1 5 Bath Den B1 5DG | 1,066 Sq Ft | $4,840 |
Claret | A2BD | 1,035 Sq Ft | $4,600 |
Annex on 12th | AD1 | 998 Sq Ft | $3,502 |
Lydian | ONE BEDROOM DEN M | 991 Sq Ft | $3,417 |
Newport West | 1 Bedrooms | 662 Sq Ft | $2,495 |
Cheapest Available Downtown DC 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Downtown DC of Washington, DC is the 1 BR LRSP Model starting from $841 at Liberty Place. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Downtown DC is currently $2,930. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Liberty Place | 1 BR LRSP | $841 |
1724 Kalorama Rd NW | 1 Bed, 1 bath | $1,335 |
Cassell Co-Living (Furnished Rooms) | Shared Bath | 4-6 Person Suite | $1,380 |
Square 50 | The Rockville | $1,645 |
Adams Garden Towers | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | $1,700 |
R Street Apartments | 1BR | $1,762 |
Mount Vernon Plaza | One Bedroom | $1,800 |
Pennsylvania House | 1 Bedroom | $1,840 |
Capitol Park Plaza And Twins | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $1,845 |
Affinity at 2M | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Plan E Market | $1,850 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Downtown DC Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Downtown DC with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Downtown DC is at Liberty Place listed at $841.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Downtown DC Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Downtown DC is $2,930.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Downtown DC Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown DC is a 1,535 square feet unit starting from $2,400 at R Street Apartments.
What is the average size for Downtown DC 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Downtown DC is currently 663 sq ft.
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