
Apartments for Rent with Specials in the Downtown Washington Neighborhood of Washington, DC (58 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.


Zen Apollo

1301 Thomas Circle

Andover House

Aviator House

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Elle

Westbrooke Place

Jefferson Marketplace

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The Ellington

Westpark Apartments
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The Shay

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The Louis

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City Market at O

The Statesman

West End Residences

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The Esquire on Fifth

1500 Mass

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Sonnet

Sixteen Hundred Apartments

The Thread
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J Linea

Ora

The York and Potomac Park

Langston

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The Wray

The Lurgan

2400 Pennsylvania Avenue Apartments

The 925 Apartments

Miramar

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Mass Place

7th Flats

Alton District

Gables Dupont Circle

565 Penn Residences

Rocksboro Apartments

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The Baystate

The Phoenix Apartments

Hightowers Apartments

The Bond
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District (Furnished Rooms)

Mount Vernon Plaza

The Seville

Newport West

The Shelburne Apartments

Circle Arms Apartments

Kew Gardens

President Madison

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Latrobe

R Street Apartments
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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 | $2,138 | $1,150 | $4,227 |
| Downtown Washington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,074 | $1,400 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Washington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,445 | $1,579 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Washington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,139 | $1,682 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Washington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,850 | $5,250 | $6,450 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 58 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: 03-12-2026Take 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!
Accolade
Now offering up to 2.5 months free on base rent. Must apply by end of March. *Restrictions May ApplyExpires 03-13-2026
Kew Gardens
2 Months Free on Select Units!* *Must apply within 72 hours of tour and move in within 45 days. Restrictions apply, see leasing office for details.Expires 03-13-2026
Westpark Apartments
Now offering up to One Month Free on Studio apartments!* *Specials are subject to change at any time.Expires 03-13-2026
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 03-13-2026
The Louis
Enjoy a Waived $600 Amenity Fee on Select Units When You Move In by 3/15! *Minimum lease terms apply. Other costs and fees excluded.Expires 03-13-2026
Circle Arms Apartments
Our team looks forward to helping you find the perfect apartment home! Please contact us today to inquire on current availability!Expires 03-13-2026
The Shay
Up To 2 Months Free on Select Units!* *Must apply within 72 hours of first tour and move-in within 45 days. Restrictions apply, see leasing office for details.Expires 03-13-2026
Andover House
Save One Month off rent! Applies to first full month's rent only. Apply by 03/17/2026. Minimum 12 month lease term required.Expires 03-13-2026
1301 Thomas Circle
Save One Month off rent! Applies to first full month's rent only. Apply by 03/17/2026. Minimum 12 month lease term required.Expires 03-13-2026
The York and Potomac Park
1.5 Months Free on Select Units!* *Must apply within 72 hours of tour and move in within 45 days. Restrictions apply, see leasing office for details.Expires 03-13-2026
Newly Listed Move-In Specials offers for Apartments in Downtown Washington, DC
Specials updated: 03-12-2026Here 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.
The Cambridge Apartments
Waived Move-In Fee and Half A Month Rent FREE! Move-in before April 1st to get this great deal; once they're gone they're gone! Terms and Conditions Apply. Ask the leasing team for all the details.Expires 04-01-2026
Mass Place
Please Contact the Office for Details!Expires 05-30-2026
The Croydon
ONE MONTH FREE plus WAIVED MOVE-IN FEE! Just move-in between now and March 31st.Expires 03-31-2026
Winston House
Get TWO MONTHS RENT FREE when you select a 13 to 15-month lease and move-in between now and April 1st. Terms and Conditions Apply, see the leasing team for more information.Expires 04-01-2026
Hightowers Apartments
Receive 2-Months Free Rent!! Details: 1) Sign a 14-Month Lease 2) Move-in by Wednesday, April 1st. You will receive the following incentives: A) FREE RENT in April 2026 & April 2027 B) No Move-in/out Fee ($200) The Offer Ends: Tuesday, March 31st at 4:00pmExpires 03-28-2026
Andover House
Save One Month off rent! Applies to first full month's rent only. Apply by 03/17/2026. Minimum 12 month lease term required.Expires 03-13-2026
1301 Thomas Circle
Save One Month off rent! Applies to first full month's rent only. Apply by 03/17/2026. Minimum 12 month lease term required.Expires 03-13-2026
1500 Mass
Apply by 3/16 and get 1.5 Months Free Rent. Offer is for new residents only - Transfers Excluded [Offer good thru Mar 16, 2026]Expires 03-13-2026
The Baystate
Newly Reduced Rent - PLUS All Utilities Included Ask how you can get 50% off of 1 month's rent!Expires 03-13-2026
Miramar
Open House Weekend: March 13-14! Pay $0 application fees and enjoy additional promos! Check out our website for more info! *Application fees to be collected and waived with approved credit ENJOY 2 MONTH FREE! Plus If you look and lease within 48 hours of touring, youll be able to snag an additional $500 off! *Restrictions may apply. All specials apply to new applicants only. Tour Your Way- Self-Guided Tours Available. OPEN LATE!Expires 03-13-2026
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 R Street Apartments listed at $825.
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 $3,285.
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 6,315 square feet unit starting from $1,595 at Zen Apollo.
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 447 sq ft.
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