Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Washington Neighborhood of Washington, DC (1,062 Rentals)

How Many Bedrooms?Done
Select your price rangeDone
to
Note: Properties with the Total Monthly Price badge include all required fees. Hover over the badge for details.
Lifestyle Matching SearchDone
Learn more about Lifestyle Search
By AmenitiesDone
By Community TypeDone
Features and AvailabilityDone
Done

D.C. Metro Area Deep Dive: Comparing the Top Neighborhoods for Cost, Commute, and Quality of Life

Renting Near Washington, D.C.? Discover practical steps to save money, shorten your commute, and find a city with a distinct personality that matches your needs as a professional or family.

Read Article
close
View Me
Accolade
Rent Specials
$2,821 - $14,607
Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$2,821 - $14,607
Total Monthly Price
Varies
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Accolade

1425 New York Ave NWWashington, DC 20005
Transit Friendly
  • Verified
  • Customer Reviewed
  • 3D Tour
close
View Me
Westbrooke Place
$2,254 - $10,255
Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$2,254 - $10,255
Total Monthly Price
Varies
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Westbrooke Place

2201 N StWashington, DC 20037
Corporate Housing
  • Verified
  • Customer Reviewed
  • 3D Tour

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

Read Article
close
View Me
The Louis
$2,296 - $7,596
Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$2,296 - $7,596
Total Monthly Price
Varies
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

The Louis

1920-1934 14Th St NWWashington, DC 20009
Furnished
  • Verified
  • Customer Reviewed
  • 3D Tour
close
View Me
City Market at O
Rent Specials
$1,915 - $8,905
Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$1,915 - $8,905
Total Monthly Price
Varies
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

City Market at O

800 P St NWWashington, DC 20001
Corporate Housing
  • Verified
  • Customer Reviewed
  • 3D Tour

Discover DC: The Insider's Guide to Renting in Our Nation's Capital

Explore Washington DC like a local with this insider's guide to renting in the Nation's Capital. Explore the area's best neighborhoods, hidden gems, and diverse, delicious food scene.

Read Article
close
View Me
Ora
$2,252 - $3,552
Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$2,252 - $3,552
Total Monthly Price
Varies
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Ora

2144 California St NWWashington, DC 20008
Student Housing
  • Verified
  • Customer Reviewed
  • Utilities Included

The DC Housing Strategy: Balancing Career & Lifestyle Near Top Washington DC Area Employers

Renting in the D.C. area? Explore Takoma, Brookland, Glover Park, Charles Village, and more. Find a convenient, high-quality home near your major employer.

Read Article
close
View Me
Sonnet
Rent Specials
$2,217 - $6,743
Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$2,217 - $6,743
Total Monthly Price
Varies
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Sonnet

1441 U St NWWashington, DC 20009
Eco-Friendly
  • Verified
  • Customer Reviewed
  • 3D Tour
close
View Me
The Ellington
$2,532 - $11,852
Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$2,532 - $11,852
Total Monthly Price
Varies
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

The Ellington

1301 U St NWWashington, DC 20009
Transit Friendly
  • Verified
  • Customer Reviewed
  • 3D Tour

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

Read Article
Showing Results 1-50, Page 1 of 22

Downtown Washington, Washington, DC Local Guide

A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Learn the property manager's true secrets to a zero-deduction move-out. Use this step-by-step guide on documentation, cleaning, and lease-reading to reclaim your security deposit.

Read Article
Decorative image

18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Tour smarter and choose with confidence. Get the essential 18 questions that reveal the truth about a rental property's maintenance, utilities, and safety.

Read Article
Decorative image

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

Discover the top neighborhoods for university students to rent in Washington D.C. Find affordable, convenient, and vibrant areas near major campuses on ApartmentHomeLiving.com.

Read Article
Decorative image

Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

Read Article
Decorative image

Quick Rent Budget Calculator

How much rent can you afford?

The common "Rule of Thumb" is that rent should be no more than 30% of your income. How much is that? Enter your monthly income and click "Calculate My Budget" to find out.

decorative image of people with a giant lease agreement

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 $5,272 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 $1,440 to $16,451 with an average monthly rent of $3,167.

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 $4,605.

How expensive are Downtown Washington Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 70 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown Washington on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,682 to $13,293 - averaging $6,245 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

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

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.

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

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

Written by: Steve Lilly

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

decorative image for The DC Housing Strategy: Balancing Career & Lifestyle Near Top Washington DC Area Employers article

The DC Housing Strategy: Balancing Career & Lifestyle Near Top Washington DC Area Employers

Written by: Steve Lilly

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

decorative image for Discover DC: The Insider's Guide to Renting in Our Nations Capital article

Discover DC: The Insider's Guide to Renting in Our Nations Capital

Written by: Steve Lilly

Greetings from Washington, DC! I'm Stephen, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Washington, and I'd love to give you the inside scoop on a city that many people only think of in terms of visiting, not living in.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

decorative image for Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It article

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

decorative image for Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention article

Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

decorative image for How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide article

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

decorative image for Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move article

Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.