
Student Apartments for Rent in the Downtown DC Neighborhood of Washington, DC (62 Rentals)
Rentals in the Downtown DC area of Washington near campus with by-the-room pricing and amenities for students.


The Florian

Artline Apartments

1301 Thomas Circle

Andover House

View 14

Capitol View on 14th

WestEnd25

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The Iris

Affinity at 2M
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Zen Apollo

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City Ridge

Ellington Apartments

Varsity On K

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77H

601 24th St

The Thread

Calloway

J Linea

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Ora
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The York and Potomac Park

Highview and Castle Manor

Langston

International Student House

Elysium Fourteen

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The Baystate

Cantata

The Bond

NoSHA

1811-1815 S St NW
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2106-2108 Vermont Ave

District Co-Living

Richardson

The George

1861 Mintwood Pl NW

Circle Arms Apartments

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Balsa

2139 Newport Pl NW

3338 O St NW

Pennsylvania House
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The Mission DC

2149 N St NW

South Hall - The George Washington University

512 I St NW

District House

The Aston

Mitchell Hall

Madison Hall

The Dakota

Francis Scott Key Hall
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown DC Studio Apartments | $2,115 | $1,150 | $7,759 |
| Downtown DC 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,878 | $825 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown DC 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,187 | $1,297 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown DC 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,008 | $1,682 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown DC 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,832 | $4,495 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown DC 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,733 | $5,450 | $6,000 |
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There are currently 62 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown DC Neighborhood of Washington, DC.
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Dc, Washington, DC
Ranked #2
Among cities in District of Columbia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Downtown Dc, Washington, DC
Thomson Elementary School
School Without Walls High School
Walker-Jones Education Campus
School data provided by Great Schools
Outdoors Rating
Love parks, paths, and trails? this area has emerged as providing top-rated access to parks and green spaces, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Pet Friendly Rating
Pet owners, listen up! this section of Washington ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Student Downtown DC Apartments
What is the Cheapest Student apartment in Downtown DC?
Currently the most affordable Student Apartment in Downtown DC is at 601 24th St listed at $980.
How much is the average rent for a Student Downtown DC Apartment?
The average rent for a Student Apartment in Downtown DC is $3,268.
What is the largest Student Downtown DC Apartment for rent?
Today's Student apartment with the most square footage in Downtown DC is a 6,315 square feet unit starting from $1,595 at Zen Apollo.
What is the average size for Downtown DC Student Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Student rental in Downtown DC is currently at 515 sq ft.
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