
Apartments for Rent in the Downtown DC Neighborhood of Washington, DC Under $2,000 (192 Rentals)


Waterside Towers

The Florian

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The Iris

Affinity at 2M

Zen Apollo

Capital Plaza Apartments

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Venture on I

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The Westerly
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The Kiley

The Clifton

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Modern on M

Ellington Apartments

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The Aspen

Adams Garden Towers

2112 New Hampshire Avenue

2400 Pennsylvania Avenue Apartments
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Leo at Waterfront

Capitol Park Plaza and Twins

The Shay

Q Street Apartments

State House Apartments

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The Statesman

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Mass Court
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J.COOPERS ROW

The Phoenix Apartments

1500 Mass

7th Flats

601 24th St

Sixteen Hundred Apartments

J Linea

The York and Potomac Park

Highview and Castle Manor
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NOVEL South Capitol

International Student House

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1221 Van

Trellis House

Gelmarc Towers

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Hodge on 7th - Senior Living

Mass Place

875 N St NW

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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 | $2,109 | $1,150 | $7,759 |
| Downtown DC 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,874 | $825 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown DC 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,223 | $1,297 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown DC 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,915 | $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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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
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown DC
How much are Studio apartments in Downtown DC?
There are currently 767 Studio Apartments in Downtown DC with rent ranges from $1,150 to $7,759 with an average price of $2,109.
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 $825 to $16,451 with an average monthly rent of $2,874.
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 $1,297 to $14,607. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,223.
How expensive are Downtown DC Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 151 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown DC on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,682 to $13,107 - averaging $5,915 for the location.
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