
Student Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Washington Neighborhood of Washington, DC (42 Rentals)
Rentals in the Downtown Washington area of Washington near campus with by-the-room pricing and amenities for students.


The DeSoto Apartments

WestEnd25

Columbia Plaza

District Co-Living (Furnished Rooms)

The Haven on K

J Linea

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The York and Potomac Park

Langston

International Student House

875 N St NW

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The Baystate

The Bond

1811-1815 S St NW

The George
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2517 Pennsylvania Ave NW

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Balsa

2139 Newport Pl NW

2149 N St NW

Pennsylvania House

The Mission DC

512 I St NW
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District House

The Dakota

Mabel Thurston Hall

International House

The Aston

Francis Scott Key Hall

Guthridge Hall

South Hall - The George Washington University
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Lafayette Hall

Munson Hall

Greek Townhouse Row

Mitchell Hall

Madison Hall

Fulbright Hall

601 24th St

UniversityHaus - Student/Intern Housing
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The Duke
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 | $2,192 | $916 | $5,786 |
| Downtown Washington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,170 | $1,440 | $9,302 |
| Downtown Washington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,665 | $1,579 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Washington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,149 | $1,682 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Washington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $14,268 | $6,100 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 42 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown Washington Neighborhood of Washington, DC.
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Washington, Washington, DC
Ranked #5
Among cities in District of Columbia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Downtown Washington, Washington, DC
Thomson Elementary School
School Without Walls High School
John Francis Education Campus
School data provided by Great Schools
Outdoors Rating
Love parks and outdoor amenities? this area has a reputation as providing first-class access to the great outdoors, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Pet Friendly Rating
There's good news if you raise furry friends. This part of town has emerged as one of our preferred neighborhoods for pet owners who rent, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Student Downtown Washington Apartments
What is the Cheapest Student apartment in Downtown Washington?
Currently the most affordable Student Apartment in Downtown Washington is at District Co-Living (Furnished Rooms) listed at $1,450.
How much is the average rent for a Student Downtown Washington Apartment?
The average rent for a Student Apartment in Downtown Washington is $2,910.
What is the largest Student Downtown Washington Apartment for rent?
Today's Student 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 Student Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Student rental in Downtown Washington is currently at 456 sq ft.
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