
Student Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown Neighborhood of Washington, DC (15 Rentals)
Rentals in the Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown area of Washington near campus with by-the-room pricing and amenities for students.


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The Iris

Andover House

Affinity at 2M

Zen Apollo
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City Ridge

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Slate at NoMa

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77H

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The Baystate

Cantata
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Balsa

Mitchell Hall

512 I St NW

Mabel Thurston Hall
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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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There are currently 15 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown Neighborhood of Washington, DC.
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Best Local Schools in Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown, Washington, DC
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Walker-Jones Education Campus
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Outdoors Rating
Are you somebody that needs to live with access to parks and outdoor amenities? Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown is a highly-rated neighborhood for its nice outdoor spaces, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Pet Friendly Rating
This area ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Student Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown Apartments
What is the Cheapest Student apartment in Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown?
Currently the most affordable Student Apartment in Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown is at The Baystate listed at $1,525.
How much is the average rent for a Student Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown Apartment?
The average rent for a Student Apartment in Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown is $3,766.
What is the largest Student Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown Apartment for rent?
Today's Student 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 Student Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Student rental in Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown is currently at 444 sq ft.
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