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The Colonel
1250 9th St NWWashington, DC 20001
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511 G St SW
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511 G St SW
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600 7th St SW
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Room in Shared 7 bed/4 bath home in Southwest Waterfront, Unit A
600 7th St SW
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Room in Shared 5 bed/2 bath home in Logan Circle, Unit 2C
1242 11th St NW
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Room in Shared 5 bed/3 bath home in Logan Circle, Unit BE
1318 11th St NW
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Room in Shared 5 bed/2 bath home in Logan Circle, Unit BD
1107 1/2 M St NW
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555
555 E St SWWashington, DC 20024
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1242 11th St NW
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301 Massachusetts Ave NW
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510 I St NWWashington, DC 20001
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Mass Place
1111 Massachusetts Ave NWWashington, DC 20005
Room in Shared 5 bed/3 bath home in Logan Circle, Unit 3C
1318 11th St NW
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Room in Shared 5 bed/3 bath home in Logan Circle, Unit 3D
1318 11th St NW
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1107 1/2 M St NW
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1107 1/2 M St NW
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1242 11th St NW
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Room in Shared 7 bed/4 bath home in Southwest Waterfront, Unit C
600 7th St SW
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1318 11th St NW
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Capital Plaza Apartments
35 E St NWWashington, DC 20001
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1242 11th St NW
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The Iris
7 M St NEWashington, DC 20002
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$1,525 - $2,350
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The Baystate
1701 Mass Ave NWWashington, DC 20036
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Banner Lane
44 Banner LnWashington, DC 20001
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Zen Apollo
1234 Massachusetts Ave NWWashington, DC 20005
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875 N St NW
875 N St NWWashington, DC 20001
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Affinity at 2M Street
2 M St NEWashington, DC 20002
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600 7th St SW
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1500 Mass
1500 Massachusetts Ave NWWashington, DC 20005
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$1,677 - $6,142
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The Aspen
1011 4th St NWWashington, DC 20001
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Pinnacle
7 New York Ave NEWashington, DC 20002
1300 Massachusetts Ave NW
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1408 P St NW
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Miramar Apartments
1301 15th St NWWashington, DC 20005
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$1,790
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44 Banner Ln, Unit SI FL6-ID850
44 Banner LnWashington, DC 20001
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1111 5th St NW, Unit 1111 5th St NW
1111 5th St NWWashington, DC 20001
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The Phoenix Apartments
1421 Massachusetts Ave NWWashington, DC 20005
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The Cambridge Apartments
1221 Massachusetts Ave NWWashington, DC 20005
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NoMa 1324
1324 N Capitol St NWWashington, DC 20002
350 G St SW, Unit 626
350 G St SW
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Slate at NoMa
51 M St NEWashington, DC 20002
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Mount Vernon Plaza
930 M St NWWashington, DC 20001
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Alta 801
801 New Jersey Ave NWWashington, DC 20001
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The Belgard
33 N St NEWashington, DC 20002
1311 13th St NW
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Gables City Vista
460 L St NWWashington, DC 20001
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Washington Apartments
1205 1/2 7th St NWWashington, DC 20001
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Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown, Washington, DC Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown Studio Apartments | $2,189 | $916 | $5,085 |
| Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,065 | $1,450 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,392 | $1,887 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,003 | $2,079 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,800 | $7,800 | $7,800 |
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Cheapest Available Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown area of Washington, DC is a Studio unit found at The Colonel priced from $916. 555 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,246. Here are the most affordable Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown apartments for rent in Washington, DC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Colonel | Eff (1E1B) | Studio,1BA | $916 |
| 555 | Senior Housing S2 | Studio,1BA | $1,246 |
| 510 I St NW | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| District Co-Living (Furnished Rooms) | DOWNTOWN DC | Co-Living Furnished Rooms | Utili... | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Capital Plaza Apartments | STUDIO (ST 1) | Studio,1BA | $1,499 |
| Zen Apollo | Urban One - 447 | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
| 200 P ST NW | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,599 |
| Affinity at 2M Street | Studio Plan A Market | Studio,1BA | $1,600 |
| 1500 Mass | FPA 456 | Studio,1BA | $1,642 |
| The Aspen | Studio One Bath (401 SF) | Studio,1BA | $1,677 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown, DC
As of September 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown area is the $2.13 price per square foot 1411 Model at 1409-1411 1st St NW in the in the Mount Vernon Square neighborhood starting from $3,200. The second greatest value Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown apartment is the 2BD 2BA Model at The Lansburgh starting at $3,900 with a $2.94 price per square foot in the Mount Vernon Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1409-1411 1st St NW | 1411 | 2BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| The Lansburgh | 2BD 2BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.94 |
| The Kiley | Fountain | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.13 |
| Newport West | 1 Bedroom + Den | 1BR,1BA | $3.08 |
| Carmel Plaza | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.05 |
| Tribeca NOMA | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.48 |
| Boston House | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $3.42 |
| NoMa 1324 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.65 |
| Hodge on 7th - Senior Living | 1 Bed/1 Bath 1.1c - 60% | 1BR,1BA | $2.88 |
| 200 P ST NW | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.08 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown is under $1,677.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown is District Co-Living (Furnished Rooms) which is listed at $1,450, while the average apartment in Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown costs $2,919.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 116 regular apartments in Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown have an average cost of $668 which is $2,251 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown.
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