Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Washington Neighborhood of Washington, DC (1,045 Rentals)

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

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Washington's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

Learn about Washington and the best places to live with original content written by Local Expert Steve Lilly

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$2,670 - $4,238Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

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2144 California St NWWashington, DC 20008
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$2,981 - $6,112Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

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1111 20th St NWWashington, DC 20036
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Downtown Washington, Washington, DC Local Guide

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in cities across the United States including Downtown Washington, Washington, and the greater Washington area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury housing options, pet-friendly features, apartment communities for the kids, proximity to transit, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Family-Friendly Rating

Renting with children? Downtown Washington has risen to be a favorite residential area for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. Family Friendly neighborhoods provide resources like parks, and access to highly-rated schools.

Outdoors Rating

Are you somebody that needs to live with access to parks and green spaces? this part of town is a highly-rated area of town for its many parks and greenspace, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Luxury Living Rating

This neighborhood is one of the best luxury submarkets in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like racquetball and tennis courts, luxury pools, on-site concierge services, views, access to parks, and nice home amenities like granite or quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. Other luxury items often include wood-burning fireplaces, raquetball courts, and a full-time security staff or doorman.

Pet Friendly Rating

This part of town has emerged as one of our preferred neighborhoods for dog and cat owners, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Washington

How much are Studio apartments in Downtown Washington?

There are currently 464 Studio Apartments in Downtown Washington with rent ranges from $1,150 to $6,928 with an average price of $2,267.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown Washington Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Washington ranges from $1,400 to $8,771 with an average monthly rent of $2,971.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Washington cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown Washington range from $1,474 to $14,500. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,490.

How expensive are Downtown Washington Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 67 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown Washington on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,900 to $14,859 - averaging $5,827 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Washington DC Local Expert's Guide to Top Affordable Neighborhoods for Renters in the DC Metro

Written by: Steve Lilly

I'm Steve, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Washington, DC.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.