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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown Neighborhood of Washington, DC from $900 (84 Rentals)
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1242 11th St NW
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1107 1/2 M St NW
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511 G St SW
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600 7th St SW
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555
555 E St SWWashington, DC 20024
232 N St NW
WashingtonDC20001
Room in Shared 5 bed/2 bath home, Unit BD
1107 1/2 M St NW
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Room in Shared 7 bed/3.5 bath home, Unit E
511 G St SW
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Room in Shared 5 bed/2 bath home, Unit 2A
1242 11th St NW
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Room in Shared 5 bed/3 bath home, Unit 2A
1318 11th St NW
WashingtonDC20001
Room in Shared 5 bed/3 bath home, Unit BE
1318 11th St NW
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Room in Shared 5 bed/2 bath home, Unit 2C
1242 11th St NW
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Room in Shared 5 bed/2 bath home, Unit 2C
1107 1/2 M St NW
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Room in Shared 5 bed/3 bath home, Unit 3C
1318 11th St NW
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Room in Shared 5 bed/3 bath home, Unit 2B
1318 11th St NW
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Room in Shared 7 bed/4 bath home, Unit G
600 7th St SW
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Room in Shared 5 bed/2 bath home, Unit 2B
1107 1/2 M St NW
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1318 11th St NW
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Room in Shared 7 bed/4 bath home, Unit C
600 7th St SW
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1242 11th St NW
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Mass Place
1111 Massachusetts Ave NWWashington, DC 20005
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$1,475
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1304 N Capitol St NW, Unit A
1304 N Capitol St NWWashington, DC 20002
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Capital Plaza Apartments
35 E St NWWashington, DC 20001
Room in Shared 5 bed/2 bath home, Unit 2B
1242 11th St NW
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1711 Massachusetts Ave NW, Unit 110
1711 Massachusetts Ave NW
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The Baystate
1701 Mass Ave NWWashington, DC 20036
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The Iris
7 M St NEWashington, DC 20002
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Zen Apollo
1234 Massachusetts Ave NWWashington, DC 20005
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NoMa 1324
1324 N Capitol St NWWashington, DC 20002
1420 N St NW, Unit 515
1420 N St NW
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1500 Mass
1500 Massachusetts Ave NWWashington, DC 20005
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Banner Lane
44 Banner LnWashington, DC 20001
1727 Massachusetts Ave NW
WashingtonDC20036
1727 Massachusetts Ave NW
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The Phoenix Apartments
1421 Massachusetts Ave NWWashington, DC 20005
1408 P St NW
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The Kiley
600 4th St SWWashington, DC 20024
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The Aspen
1011 4th St NWWashington, DC 20001
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1314 Massachusetts Ave NW
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The Colonel
1250 9th St NWWashington, DC 20001
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1508 17th St NW, Unit Apt1B
1508 17th St NWWashington, DC 20036
440 L St NW, Unit The L at City Vista
440 L St NW
WashingtonDC20001
777 7th St NW, Unit 634
777 7th St NW
WashingtonDC20001
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$1,846 - $3,735
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SoNYa
40 Patterson St NEWashington, DC 20002
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Mount Vernon Plaza
930 M St NWWashington, DC 20001
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Affinity at 2M
2 M St NEWashington, DC 20002
1727 Massachusetts Ave NW, Unit 709
1727 Massachusetts Ave NW
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1101 L St NW
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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 | $2,233 | $1,246 | $7,759 |
| Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,064 | $1,332 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,257 | $1,908 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,210 | $2,100 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $15,357 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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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 555 priced from $1,246. Liberty Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,446. Here are the most affordable Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown apartments for rent in Washington, DC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 555 | Senior Housing S2 | Studio,1BA | $1,246 |
| Liberty Place | 1BR A | 1BR,1BA | $1,446 |
| Hodge on 7th | 1 Bed/1 Bath 1.1k - 50% | 1BR,1BA | $1,457 |
| NoMa 1324 | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,599 |
| 1715 P Street NW | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,599 |
| 1500 Mass | FPF 476 | Studio,1BA | $1,629 |
| Zen Apollo | Urban One - 550 | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
| Banner Lane | A14 | 1BR,1BA | $1,671 |
| Miramar | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $1,678 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown, DC
As of June 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown area is the $2.96 price per square foot E-G Model at The Ashton at Judiciary Square in the in the Mount Vernon Square neighborhood starting from $5,522. The second greatest value Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown apartment is the 402 M Street NW Model at 402 M Street NW, Unit Apt C starting at $2,499 with a $2.27 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ashton at Judiciary Square | E-G | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.96 |
| 402 M Street NW, Unit Apt C | 402 M Street NW | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| 817 6th St NW, Unit B | 817 6th St NW | 2BR,2BA | $2.73 |
| Affinity at 2M | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Plan D Market | 2BR,2BA | $3.14 |
| The Lansburgh | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $3.04 |
| Newport West | 1 Bedroom + Den | 1BR,1BA | $3.08 |
| Carmel Plaza | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.05 |
| 1304 N Capitol St NW, Unit A | 1304 N Capitol St NW | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| 1508 17th St NW, Unit Apt1B | 1508 17th St NW | 1BR,1BA | $2.77 |
| Hodge on 7th | 1 Bed/1 Bath 1.1q - 60% | 1BR,1BA | $2.99 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown is at 555 listed at $1,246.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown Apartment is $1,332 at 555.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown is starting from $2,330 at Mount Vernon Plaza.
What is the most affordable Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Washington Apartments and starts from $3,475.
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