
Apartments for Rent in the Downtown DC Neighborhood of Washington, DC Under $1,200 (11 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 | $2,153 | $1,150 | $6,928 |
Downtown DC 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,748 | $868 | $8,771 |
Downtown DC 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,107 | $1,281 | $10,000+ |
Downtown DC 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,500 | $1,224 | $10,000+ |
Downtown DC 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,558 | $5,175 | $8,300 |
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There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown DC Neighborhood of Washington, DC.
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Best Local Schools in Downtown Dc, Washington, DC
Thomson Elementary School
School Without Walls High School
Walker-Jones Education Campus
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown DC
How much are Studio apartments in Downtown DC?
There are currently 757 Studio Apartments in Downtown DC with rent ranges from $1,150 to $6,928 with an average price of $2,153.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown DC Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown DC ranges from $868 to $8,771 with an average monthly rent of $2,748.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown DC cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown DC range from $1,281 to $14,500. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,107.
How expensive are Downtown DC Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 138 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown DC on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,224 to $21,813 - averaging $6,500 for the location.
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