Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Washington Neighborhood of Washington, DC (1,094 Rentals)

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Accolade
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$3,017 - $14,607
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$2,910 - $14,500
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$107
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$3,017 - $14,607
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Accolade

1425 New York Ave NWWashington, DC 20005
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1301 Thomas Circle
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$2,679 - $6,297
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$2,581 - $6,199
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$98
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$2,679 - $6,297
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

1301 Thomas Circle

1301 M St NWWashington, DC 20005
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Andover House
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$2,164 - $5,439
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$2,060 - $5,335
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$104
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$2,164 - $5,439
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Andover House

1200 14th St NWWashington, DC 20005
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Elle
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$2,483 - $8,591
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$2,461 - $8,569
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$22
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$2,483 - $8,591
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Elle

1111 20th St NWWashington, DC 20036
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The Louis
$1,913 - $7,711
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$1,892 - $7,690
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$21
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$1,913 - $7,711
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The Louis

1920-1934 14Th St NWWashington, DC 20009
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The Esquire on Fifth
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$2,005 - $7,100
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$1,916 - $7,011
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$89
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$2,005 - $7,100
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

The Esquire on Fifth

740-770 5th St NWWashington, DC 20001
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Sonnet
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$2,111 - $6,703
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$2,091 - $6,683
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$2,111 - $6,703
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Sonnet

1441 U St NWWashington, DC 20009
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Ora
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$2,670 - $3,520Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Ora

2144 California St NWWashington, DC 20008
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The Wray
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$2,635 - $4,401
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$2,613 - $4,379
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$2,635 - $4,401
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The Wray

515 22nd St NWWashington, DC 20037
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The Lexington at Market Square
$2,323 - $6,447
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$2,306 - $6,430
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$2,323 - $6,447
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The Lexington at Market Square

400 8th St NWWashington, DC 20004
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Alton District
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$2,199 - $3,509
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$2,162 - $3,472
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$37
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$2,199 - $3,509
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Alton District

1401 S St NWWashington, DC 20009
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565 Penn Residences
$1,987 - $8,432
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$1,965 - $8,410
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$1,987 - $8,432
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565 Penn Residences

565 Pennsylvania Ave NWWashington, DC 20001
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Rent Smart in Washington DC: Best Neighborhoods to Rent for University Students

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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 467 Studio Apartments in Downtown Washington with rent ranges from $1,150 to $4,093 with an average price of $2,130.

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 $850 to $18,960 with an average monthly rent of $2,948.

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 $1,579 to $14,607. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,385.

How expensive are Downtown Washington Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 68 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown Washington on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,682 to $15,954 - averaging $5,439 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

Helpful Local Expert Guides

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

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

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Rent Smart in Washington DC: Best Neighborhoods to Rent for University Students

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

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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

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Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.