Apartments for Rent with Specials in the Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown Neighborhood of Washington, DC (46 Rentals)

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Apartments in the Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown area of Washington with special offers and discounts available right now - opportunities to save money or get a month or more of free rent.

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Cortland Mount Vernon
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$2,102 - $11,096
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$1,993 - $10,987
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$2,102 - $11,096
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Cortland Mount Vernon

443 New York Ave NWWashington, DC 20001
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Annex on 12th
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$2,030 - $19,270
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$2,009 - $19,249
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Annex on 12th

300 12th St SWWashington, DC 20024
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Banner Lane
Rent Specials
$1,572 - $3,280
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$1,447 - $3,155
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$125

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$1,572 - $3,280
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Banner Lane

44 Banner LnWashington, DC 20001
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Accolade
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$2,602 - $14,607
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$2,495 - $14,500
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Accolade

1425 New York Ave NWWashington, DC 20005
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The Iris
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$1,529 - $4,061
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$1,508 - $4,040
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The Iris

7 M St NEWashington, DC 20002
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Affinity at 2M
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$1,600 - $3,465Special Offer
3 Months Free Limited-time offer: New leases signed by March 31st receive 3 months FREE.
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Affinity at 2M

2 M St NEWashington, DC 20002
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Zen Apollo
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$1,595 - $8,765Special Offer
Specials For a limited time, lease any apartment home for 13 months and receive 2 MONTHS FREE! Looking for a studio? We’re offering exclusiv
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Zen Apollo

1234 Massachusetts Ave NWWashington, DC 20005
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1301 Thomas Circle
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$2,528 - $6,299Special Offer
1 Month Free Save One Month off rent! Applies to first full month's rent only. Apply by 03/17/2026. Minimum 12 month lease term required.
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1301 Thomas Circle

1301 M St NWWashington, DC 20005
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Andover House
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$2,096 - $5,329Special Offer
Specials Save One Month off rent! Applies to first full month's rent only. Apply by 03/17/2026. Minimum 12 month lease term required.
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Andover House

1200 14th St NWWashington, DC 20005
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Capital Plaza Apartments
Rent Specials
$1,475 - $2,225Special Offer
2 Months Free *All specials are subject to change without notice. Restrictions apply. CALL TODAY OR SCHEDULE A TOUR! * 2 months free on all
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Capital Plaza Apartments

35 E St NWWashington, DC 20001
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Aviator House
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$2,475 - $8,350Special Offer
1 Month Free Now offering up to 1-month free on base rent. *Restrictions May Apply
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Aviator House

1625 Massachusetts Ave NWWashington, DC 20036
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Pinnacle
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$1,599 - $1,969Special Offer
Specials 2-Months Free. Lease today and move-in by 4/30 and receive up to 2 months of free rent. Schedule a tour today and explore the Pinna
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Pinnacle

7 New York Ave NEWashington, DC 20002
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OZMA
Rent Specials
$1,864 - $7,391
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$1,777 - $7,304
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OZMA

44 M St NEWashington, DC 20002
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SoNYa
Rent Specials
$1,721 - $3,304
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$1,705 - $3,288
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SoNYa

40 Patterson St NEWashington, DC 20002
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City Ridge
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$2,351 - $9,595
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$2,319 - $9,563
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City Ridge

20 Ridge Square NWWashington, DC 20016
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Tribeca NOMA
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$2,367 - $6,449Special Offer
2 Months Free LIMITED TIME - ASK US HOW TO GET UP TO 2 MONTHS FREE!* *Terms & restrictions apply/select apartments/subject to end without no
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Tribeca NOMA

40 N St NEWashington, DC 20002
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The Belgard
Rent Specials
$1,581 - $3,788
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$1,549 - $3,756
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The Belgard

33 N St NEWashington, DC 20002
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City Market at O
Rent Specials
$2,105 - $8,530
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$1,981 - $8,406
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City Market at O

800 P St NWWashington, DC 20001
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The Esquire on Fifth
Rent Specials
$2,293 - $9,319
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$2,204 - $9,230
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The Esquire on Fifth

740-770 5th St NWWashington, DC 20001
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1500 Mass
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$1,410 - $2,232Special Offer
2 Months Free Apply by 3/16 and get 2 Months Free Rent. Offer is for new residents only - Transfers Excluded [Offer good thru Mar 16, 2026]
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1500 Mass

1500 Massachusetts Ave NWWashington, DC 20005
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Crosby
Rent Specials
$2,272 - $4,998Special Offer
Specials Apply today for a 12-month lease and receive your first month's base apartment rent free! Reach out to schedule a tour today!
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Crosby

300 K St NWWashington, DC 20001
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The Lurgan
Rent Specials
$2,256 - $4,028Special Offer
1 Month Free Now offering up to One Month Free on select units!
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The Lurgan

915 L St NWWashington, DC 20001
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Miramar
Rent Specials
$1,599 - $2,403Special Offer
Discounts Open House Weekend: March 13-14! Pay $0 application fees and enjoy additional promos! Check out our website for more info! *Applic
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Miramar

1301 15th St NWWashington, DC 20005
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Mass Place
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$1,435 - $1,722Special Offer
2 Months Free Please Contact the Office for Details!
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Mass Place

1111 Massachusetts Ave NWWashington, DC 20005
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77H
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$1,987 - $4,672
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$1,970 - $4,655
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77H

77 H St NWWashington, DC 20001
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565 Penn Residences
Rent Specials
$2,024 - $7,853Special Offer
Specials Apply by March 20th and receive a $1,500 concession on select units! *Restrictions May Apply
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565 Penn Residences

565 Pennsylvania Ave NWWashington, DC 20001
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The Baystate
Rent Specials
$1,525 - $2,250
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$1,525 - $2,250

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$1,525 - $2,250
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The Baystate

1701 Mass Ave NWWashington, DC 20036
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The Phoenix Apartments
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$1,599 - $1,899Special Offer
Specials Our team looks forward to helping you find the perfect apartment home! Please contact us today to inquire on current availability!
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The Phoenix Apartments

1421 Massachusetts Ave NWWashington, DC 20005
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Claret
Rent Specials
$2,670 - $7,450Special Offer
2 Months Free Apply today and receive up to 2 months FREE on select residences! Connect with our leasing team for details and additional off
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Claret

950 3rd St NWWashington, DC 20001
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Lydian
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$2,283 - $4,463Special Offer
Specials $1,500.00 waived off the first full month's rent on select 1 bedroom units.
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Lydian

400 K St NWWashington, DC 20001
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Mount Vernon Plaza
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$1,850 - $2,995Special Offer
Specials 1BED/1BATH APARTMENTS: 1ST & 7TH MONTHS RENT FREE, WITH A TWELVE MONTHS LEASING AGREEMENT! 2BED/2BATH APARTMENTS: RENTING @ $1,975.
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Mount Vernon Plaza

930 M St NWWashington, DC 20001
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The Seville
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$1,995 - $3,500Special Offer
Specials For a very limited time, 1 MONTH FREE on all new 12-month leases!
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The Seville

1401 N St NWWashington, DC 20005
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Newport West
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$2,095 - $3,350Special Offer
1 Month Free For a very limited time, 1 MONTH FREE on all new 12-month leases!
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Newport West

1415 Rhode Island Ave NWWashington, DC 20005
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Lyric 440
Rent Specials
$2,240 - $4,162Special Offer
Specials $1,500.00 waived off the first full month's rent on all units.
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Lyric 440

440 K St NWWashington, DC 20001
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450K
Rent Specials
$2,185 - $11,487
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$2,163 - $11,465
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450K

450 K St NWWashington, DC 20001
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Latrobe
Rent Specials
$1,926 - $4,030
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$1,850 - $3,954
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Latrobe

1325 15th St NWWashington, DC 20005
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Balsa
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$1,975 - $3,650Special Offer
Specials Apply by 03/27 and receive 1 month free rent on select homes!
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Balsa

1313 L St NWWashington, DC 20005
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The Cambridge Apartments
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$1,799 - $2,800Special Offer
1 Month Free Waived Move-In Fee and Half A Month Rent FREE! Move-in before April 1st to get this great deal; once they're gone they're gone!
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The Cambridge Apartments

1221 Massachusetts Ave NWWashington, DC 20005
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Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown, Washington, DC Local Guide

Top Washington Apartments in the Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown Area with Move-In Specials Ending Soon

Specials updated: 03-15-2026

Take advantage of these move-in and rent specials that are ending soon for top Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown, DC apartments. Act fast and don’t miss out on an incredible deal on your perfect new place!

Gables City Vista

One Month Free spread over your lease term, call to schedule a tour todayExpires 03-15-2026

The Ashton at Judiciary Square

Enjoy One Month Base Rent Free on Select Homes When You Move In by 3/15/26!* *Minimum lease terms apply. Other costs and fees excluded.Expires 03-15-2026

City Market at O

Up to 1.5 months free on select homes! Please contact the leasing office for more details. *Restrictions May ApplyExpires 03-15-2026

Gables Dupont Circle

Reduced Pricing call today to schedule your tour!!Expires 03-15-2026

The Phoenix Apartments

Our team looks forward to helping you find the perfect apartment home! Please contact us today to inquire on current availability!Expires 03-15-2026

Miramar

Open House Weekend: March 13-14! Pay $0 application fees and enjoy additional promos! Check out our website for more info! *Application fees to be collected and waived with approved credit ENJOY 2 MONTH FREE! Plus If you look and lease within 48 hours of touring, youll be able to snag an additional $500 off! *Restrictions may apply. All specials apply to new applicants only. Tour Your Way- Self-Guided Tours Available. OPEN LATE!Expires 03-15-2026

Newport West

For a very limited time, 1 MONTH FREE on all new 12-month leases!Expires 03-15-2026

565 Penn Residences

Apply by March 20th and receive a $1,500 concession on select units! *Restrictions May ApplyExpires 03-15-2026

1500 Mass

Apply by 3/16 and get 2 Months Free Rent. Offer is for new residents only - Transfers Excluded [Offer good thru Mar 16, 2026]Expires 03-15-2026

The Esquire on Fifth

Move in by March 31st to receive 1 month free on select homes! *Restrictions May ApplyExpires 03-15-2026

Newly Listed Move-In Specials offers for Apartments in Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown, DC

Specials updated: 03-15-2026

Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown, DC. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.

The Cambridge Apartments

Waived Move-In Fee and Half A Month Rent FREE! Move-in before April 1st to get this great deal; once they're gone they're gone! Terms and Conditions Apply. Ask the leasing team for all the details.Expires 04-01-2026

Mass Place

Please Contact the Office for Details!Expires 05-30-2026

Washington Apartments

2 .5 Month's Free! On select Homes. Call for details - some restrictions apply.Expires 03-15-2026

1500 Mass

Apply by 3/16 and get 2 Months Free Rent. Offer is for new residents only - Transfers Excluded [Offer good thru Mar 16, 2026]Expires 03-15-2026

Newport West

For a very limited time, 1 MONTH FREE on all new 12-month leases!Expires 03-15-2026

Zen Apollo

For a limited time, lease any apartment home for 13 months and receive 2 MONTHS FREE! Looking for a studio? We’re offering exclusive additional specials on select studio apartments. Availability is limited. Come tour today and secure your new home before this offer ends!Expires 03-15-2026

Affinity at 2M

Limited-time offer: New leases signed by March 31st receive 3 months FREE.Expires 03-15-2026

The Seville

For a very limited time, 1 MONTH FREE on all new 12-month leases!Expires 03-15-2026

The Lurgan

Now offering up to One Month Free on select units!Expires 03-15-2026

Cantata

Now offering up to One Month Free on select units!Expires 03-15-2026

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Frequently Asked Questions about Rent Specials Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown Apartments

What is the Cheapest Rent Specials apartment in Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown?

Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown is at 1500 Mass listed at $1,410.

How much is the average rent for a Rent Specials Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown Apartment?

The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown is $3,870.

What is the largest Rent Specials Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown Apartment for rent?

Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown is a 6,315 square feet unit starting from $1,595 at Zen Apollo.

What is the average size for Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown Rent Specials Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Rent Specials rental in Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown is currently at 501 sq ft.

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