Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown Neighborhood of Washington, DC (499 Rentals)

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Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown, Washington, DC Local Guide

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers is proud to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across District of Columbia and customized analysis for Central Washington, DC. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for easy access to the parks, luxury housing options, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places to raise kids, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Family-Friendly Rating

Do you have children? Amongst all of the communities in Washington, Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown has established a name for itself as one of our preferred neighborhoods for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. These features include things like green spaces, pet amenities, playgrounds, and having the most respected school districts available.

Outdoors Rating

We think living with parks and greenspace is critically important. This section of town has come to be providing good access to parks and outdoor amenities, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Luxury Living Rating

This residential neighborhood has risen to be one of the best-regarded high-end submarkets in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like pools, saunas, workout spaces, proximity to great shopping areas, and quartz countertops in the kitchen with high-end appliances. Luxury communities also often offer hardwood floors and fireplaces, tennis courts, and a full-time security staff or doorman.

Pet Friendly Rating

Have dogs and cats? This area ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown

How much are Studio apartments in Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown?

There are currently 201 Studio Apartments in Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown with rent ranges from $1,246 to $7,267 with an average price of $2,122.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown ranges from $1,200 to $18,884 with an average monthly rent of $2,831.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown range from $1,887 to $16,284. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,270.

How expensive are Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 41 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,079 to $14,995 - averaging $5,923 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

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