Cheap Homes for Rent in the Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown Neighborhood of Washington, DC from $1,100 (33 Rentals)

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property at 777 7th St NW

$1,900

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$1,900
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Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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777 7th St NW, Unit 1003

777 7th St NW
WashingtonDC20001
property at 1125 12th St NW

$1,950

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$1,950
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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1125 12th St NW, Unit 54

1125 12th St NW
WashingtonDC20005
property at 1300 N St NW

$1,950

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$1,950
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Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1300 N St NW, Unit 408

1300 N St NW
WashingtonDC20005
property at 1125 12th St NW

$1,995

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$1,995
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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Aug 31

1125 12th St NW, Unit 42

1125 12th St NW
WashingtonDC20005

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property at 1718 P St NW

$2,000

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$2,000
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$2,000

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1718 P St NW, Unit 701

1718 P St NW
WashingtonDC20036
property at 3 New York Ave NW

$2,100

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$2,100
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1 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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3 New York Ave NW

WashingtonDC20001

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Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown, Washington, DC Local Guide

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. 510 I St NW has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,300. Here are the most affordable Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown apartments for rent in Washington, DC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
555Senior Housing S2Studio,1BA$1,246
510 I St NWStudioStudio,1BA$1,300
Rise Temple at Temple CourtsS2ZStudio,1BA$1,319
Hodge on 7th - Senior Living1 Bed/1 Bath 1.1k - 50%1BR,1BA$1,457
1500 MassFPA 456Studio,1BA$1,590
Miramar ApartmentsSTUDIO - S2AStudio,1BA$1,594
Affordable apartment in Dupont Circle0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,599
Zen ApolloUrban One - 521Studio,1BA$1,650
The BaystateStudio AStudio,1BA$1,695
Affinity at 2MStudio Plan B MarketStudio,1BA$1,700

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown, DC

As of July 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown area is the $2.06 price per square foot 2 Bed/2 Bath Model at Historic Row Apartments in the in the Mount Vernon Square neighborhood starting from $3,950. The second greatest value Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown apartment is the 2 Beds, 2 Baths Model at 1130-1132 NW 5th St starting at $3,750 with a $3.32 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Historic Row Apartments2 Bed/2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.06
1130-1132 NW 5th St2 Beds, 2 Baths2BR,2BA$3.32
402 M Street NW, Unit Apt C402 M Street NW1BR,1BA$2.27
The Lansburgh1BR1BR,1BA$3.04
Newport West1 Bedroom + Den1BR,1BA$3.08
Carmel PlazaTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$3.05
Banner LaneB22BR,1BA$3.32
Tribeca NOMAA11BR,1BA$2.84
NoMa 13241BR/1.5BA1BR,1.5BA$3.10
Hodge on 7th - Senior Living1 Bed/1 Bath 1.1q - 60%1BR,1BA$2.99

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown?

There are currently 403 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown, DC with pricing that ranges from $1,246 to $16,451. There are also 181 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown ranging from $1,110 to $8,940.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown ranges from $1,110 to $8,940 with an average monthly rent of $3,153.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Penn Quarter Chinatown range from $2,100 to $13,102, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,600 to $5,695. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $5,950 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $7,499.

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