
Apartments for Rent with Specials in the Downtown Washington Neighborhood of Washington, DC (54 Rentals)
Apartments in the Downtown Washington area of Washington with special offers and discounts available right now - opportunities to save money or get a month or more of free rent.


Accolade

1301 Thomas Circle

Andover House

Balsa

J Linea

Westbrooke Place

Jefferson Marketplace

Newport West

The Ellington
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The Shay

The Louis

City Market at O

Latrobe

The Esquire on Fifth

Ora

The York and Potomac Park

Langston

Elle
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The Lurgan

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The Bond

7th Flats

The Flats at Dupont Circle
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The Baystate

Hightowers Apartments

The Savoy

1210 Mass

District (Furnished Rooms)

The Hepburn

1630 R Street

The Seville
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Kew Gardens

The Statesman

565 Penn Residences

Mount Vernon Plaza

The Thread

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Downtown Washington, Washington, DC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Washington?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Washington Studio Apartments | $2,150 | $1,150 | $4,971 |
| Downtown Washington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,904 | $1,395 | $8,062 |
| Downtown Washington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,462 | $1,579 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Washington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,789 | $1,682 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Washington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,375 | $5,250 | $5,500 |
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There are currently 54 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown Washington Neighborhood of Washington, DC.
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Top Washington Apartments in the Downtown Washington Area with Move-In Specials Ending Soon
Specials updated: 11-10-2025Take advantage of these move-in and rent specials that are ending soon for top Downtown Washington, DC apartments. Act fast and don’t miss out on an incredible deal on your perfect new place!
Westbrooke Place
Apply today and receive ONE MONTH FREE on select apartments!!!Expires 11-11-2025
Ora
New 2025 Pricing ~ Flexible Lease Terms! Contact our office for details.Expires 11-11-2025
The Baystate
Newly Reduced Rent - PLUS All Utilities IncludedExpires 11-11-2025
The Lurgan
Apply today and receive up to one-month free on select units! Minimum lease terms apply!Expires 11-11-2025
The Seville
For a limited time, 6 WEEKS FREE on all new leases!Expires 11-11-2025
565 Penn Residences
Receive up to 1 Month Free Rent. Plus lease within 48 hours and we'll waive your $500 Amenity Fee! *Restrictions May ApplyExpires 11-11-2025
MAA Massachusetts Avenue
Lease Now for December free! Certain exclusions may apply.Expires 11-11-2025
The Esquire on Fifth
Move in by 11/28/25 to receive 1 month free on 1&2 BR & ½ off on 3BRs. 13-month lease required. *Restrictions May ApplyExpires 11-11-2025
Latrobe
Receive up to one month free when you move into select apartment homes. Conditions apply.Expires 11-11-2025
The Flats at Dupont Circle
Apply by 11/15 and get 1 month free on select homes only! Offer is for new residents only - Transfers Excluded [Offer good thru Nov 15, 2025]Expires 11-11-2025
Newly Listed Move-In Specials offers for Apartments in Downtown Washington, DC
Specials updated: 11-10-2025Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in Downtown Washington, DC. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.
801 R Street Apartments
SPECIALS!!!! Zero application fee. $350 security deposit. Many programs and partners in the community! Vouchers welcome!Expires 12-31-2025
The Cambridge Apartments
Right Now: Get Half Your First Month’s Rent FREE! This is for a limited time on select apartments; once they're gone they're gone! Terms and Conditions Apply. Ask the leasing team for all the details.Expires 11-30-2025
District (Furnished Rooms)
1 Month Free on 10–12 Month Leases: 2 Weeks Free on 6–9 Month LeasesExpires 11-14-2025
Hightowers Apartments
Peabody & Theoharis Management is offering a Move-In Special!! 1-Month Free Rent: Sign a 13-Month Lease for any Available Unit, and you will receive 1 -Month Free Rent. Take possession NO LATER THAN 15 November 2025. The promotion ends on Saturday, 15 November at 4:00 PM. Example: Move-in November 15, pay the balance of the November rent and December's rent is FREE!!Expires 11-29-2025
1630 R Street
If you're looking for a move-in ready one-bedroom apartment you could get ONE MONTH FREE when you lease at 1630 R Street and move-in by November 20th. This offer is for select apartments for a limited time. See the leasing team for all the details.Expires 11-20-2025
2400 Pennsylvania Avenue Apartments
LEASE NOW AND RECEIVE 1-MONTH OF FREE RENT ON SELECTED APARTMENTS Our Pennsylvania Ave location is convenient to everything! Call to schedule a personal tour - in person with PPE! *Offers are subject to change, restrictions apply and offers are for new residents only.Expires 11-11-2025
Sixteen Hundred Apartments
Our team looks forward to helping you find the perfect apartment home! Please contact us today to inquire on current availability!Expires 11-11-2025
The Louis
Enjoy Up to One Months Rent in Waived Fees When You Move In by 11/30!* *Minimum lease terms apply. Other costs and fees excluded.Expires 11-11-2025
1210 Mass
Apply by 11/15 and get a half month free on select homes only! Offer is for new residents only - Transfers Excluded [Offer good thru Nov 15, 2025]Expires 11-11-2025
J Linea
Ask How To Receive Up To 1 Month Free Rent And A Waived Amenity Fee If Move-In By 12/15 . *must be a 10 month lease or longer. subject to change without notice. on select residences, excludes IZ units. new applicants only.Expires 11-11-2025
Frequently Asked Questions about Rent Specials Downtown Washington Apartments
What is the Cheapest Rent Specials apartment in Downtown Washington?
Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in Downtown Washington is at 801 R Street Apartments listed at $1,400.
How much is the average rent for a Rent Specials Downtown Washington Apartment?
The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in Downtown Washington is $3,685.
What is the largest Rent Specials Downtown Washington Apartment for rent?
Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Washington is a 2,211 square feet unit starting from $2,995 at Accolade.
What is the average size for Downtown Washington Rent Specials Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Rent Specials rental in Downtown Washington is currently at 468 sq ft.
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