Cheap Homes for Rent in the Downtown Washington Neighborhood of Washington, DC from $1,100 (66 Rentals)

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property at 1822 9th St NW
$1,100 - $1,150

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Base Rent$1,100 - $1,150

Total Monthly Price$1,100 - $1,150
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
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1822 9th St NW

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property at 1420 N St NW
$1,295
Studio Rentals
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1420 N St NW

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property at 1125 12th St NW
$1,700

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Base Rent$1,700

Total Monthly Price$1,700
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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1125 12th St NW, Unit 54

1125 12th St NW
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property at 2141 I St NW
$1,700

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Base Rent$1,700

Total Monthly Price$1,700
Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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2141 I St NW, Unit 412

2141 I St NW
WashingtonDC20037
property at 1837 R St NW
$1,750

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,750

Total Monthly Price$1,750
6 Bedroom, 4.5 Bath Townhome for Rent
Available Sep 20
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1837 R St NW

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property at 1245 13th St NW
$1,795
Studio Rentals
Available Sep 11
Affordability

1245 13th St NW

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Downtown Washington, Washington, DC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Washington Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Washington area of Washington, DC is a Studio unit found at 510 I St NW priced from $1,300. 1815 Riggs LLC has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,330. Here are the most affordable Downtown Washington apartments for rent in Washington, DC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
510 I St NWStudioStudio,1BA$1,300
1815 Riggs LLC0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,330
R Street ApartmentsEFFStudio,1BA$1,346
801 R Street ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,450
District Co-Living (Furnished Rooms)DOWNTOWN DC | Co-Living Furnished Rooms | Utili...1BR,1BA$1,450
Channing E Phillips Homes1 Bedroom Jr.1BR,1BA$1,475
7th FlatsS4.8 IZStudio,1BA$1,550
Zen ApolloUrban One - 447Studio,1BA$1,595
1512 CORCORAN ST NW0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,599

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Washington, DC

As of September 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Washington area is the $2.94 price per square foot 2BD 2BA Model at The Lansburgh in the in the Mount Vernon Square neighborhood starting from $3,900. The second greatest value Downtown Washington apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at Florida 543 starting at $3,200 with a $2.78 price per square foot in the Edgewood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Washington apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Lansburgh2BD 2BA2BR,2BA$2.94
Florida 5432BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.78
2149 N St NW2 bed / 2 bath2BR,2BA$3.00
1900 11th St NW, Unit Basement1900 11th St NW1BR,1BA$2.03
902 Westminster St NW902 Westminster St NW2BR,2BA$2.63
1837 Vermont Ave NW, Unit #B1837 Vermont Ave NW1BR,1BA$2.50
801 R Street ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.70
1618 8th St NW, Unit Apt 21618 8th St NWStudio ,1BA$2.64
Hodge on 7th - Senior Living1 Bed/1 Bath 1.1c - 60%1BR,1BA$2.88
Pennsylvania HouseStudioStudio ,1BA$2.95

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Downtown Washington, Washington, DC

Ranked #8

Among cities in District of Columbia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Washington

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Washington?

There are currently 924 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Washington, DC with pricing that ranges from $1,150 to $16,451. There are also 284 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Washington ranging from $1,100 to $27,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Washington?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Washington ranges from $1,100 to $27,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,022.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown Washington?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Washington range from $1,682 to $13,361, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,960 to $11,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,130 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $10,000.

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