Cheap Studio Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Washington Neighborhood of Washington, DC from $1,150 (73 Rentals)

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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.

property at 777 7th St NW

$1,675 - $3,600

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777 7th St NW

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1704 S St NW, Unit 2
$1,795
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$1,795

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$1,795
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1704 S St NW, Unit 2

1704 S St NWWashington, DC 20009
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property at 1121 24th St NW

$1,850 - $2,300

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1121 24th St NW

WashingtonDC20037

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.

property at 1420 N St NW

$1,850 - $2,100

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1420 N St NW

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property at 922 24th St NW

$1,800 - $3,300

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922 24th St NW

WashingtonDC20037
property at 950 25th St NW

$1,800 - $2,500

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950 25th St NW

WashingtonDC20037

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.

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Balsa
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$1,984 - $2,209
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$1,984 - $5,345

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$1,984 - $5,345
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Balsa

1313 L St NWWashington, DC 20005
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property at 940 25th St NW

$1,950 - $3,300

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940 25th St NW

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The Traymore
Studio Apartments

The Traymore

1717 17th St NWWashington, DC 20009
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King Towers
Studio Apartments

King Towers

1220 12th St NWWashington, DC 20005
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Ravenel
Studio Apartments

Ravenel

1610 16th St NWWashington, DC 20009
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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Washington Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Washington?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Washington is under $1,595.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Washington?

The cheapest apartment in Downtown Washington is 510 I St NW which is listed at $1,300, while the average apartment in Downtown Washington costs $6,672.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Washington?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 129 regular apartments in Downtown Washington that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Downtown Washington?

Cheap apartments in Downtown Washington have an average cost of $626 which is $6,046 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Washington.

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