
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Dupont Circle Neighborhood of Washington, DC from $700 (48 Rentals)
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1811-1815 S St NW

1260 21st St NW

1500 Mass

1826 Vernon St NW

State House Apartments
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1630 R Street

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1772 Church St NW

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The Croydon

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1330 New Hampshire Ave NW

1901 Connecticut Ave NW

2147 N St NW

Miramar

1718 Corcoran St NW

The Flats at Dupont Circle

1616 Corcoran St NW, Unit 1
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President Madison

2139 Newport Pl NW

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1801 16th St NW
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Dupont Circle, Washington, DC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dupont Circle?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dupont Circle Studio Apartments | $1,883 | $1,150 | $3,120 |
| Dupont Circle 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,849 | $1,395 | $7,500 |
| Dupont Circle 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,333 | $1,530 | $10,000+ |
| Dupont Circle 3 Bedroom Apartments | $11,897 | $8,000 | $10,000+ |
| Dupont Circle 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,225 | $5,225 | $5,225 |
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Cheapest Available Dupont Circle Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Dupont Circle area of Washington, DC is a 1 Bed unit found at 1811-1815 S St NW priced from $1,300. The Shelburne Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,459. Here are the most affordable Dupont Circle apartments for rent in Washington, DC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1811-1815 S St NW | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| The Shelburne Apartments | Renovated Studio 06 Tier | Studio,1BA | $1,459 |
| 1815 Riggs LLC | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,480 |
| 1500 Mass | FPB 423 | Studio,1BA | $1,515 |
| Square 50 | The Capitol | Studio,1BA | $1,540 |
| State House Apartments | EFF | Studio,1BA | $1,551 |
| Rocksboro Apartments | Studio 06 Tier | Studio,1BA | $1,589 |
| 1630 R Street | Studio-Tier14 | Studio,1BA | $1,599 |
| The Croydon | Studio - Tiers 3 & 4 | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
| Sixteen Hundred Apartments | Studio 03 Tier | Studio,1BA | $1,699 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dupont Circle, DC
As of November 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Dupont Circle area is the $1.88 price per square foot 1915 New Hampshire Ave NW Model at 1915 New Hampshire Ave NW, Unit unit B in the in the Dupont Circle neighborhood starting from $2,750. The second greatest value Dupont Circle apartment is the 1616 Corcoran St NW Model at 1616 Corcoran St NW, Unit 1 starting at $1,850 with a $2.64 price per square foot in the Dupont Circle neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Dupont Circle apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1915 New Hampshire Ave NW, Unit unit B | 1915 New Hampshire Ave NW | 2BR,2BA | $1.88 |
| 1616 Corcoran St NW, Unit 1 | 1616 Corcoran St NW | Studio ,1BA | $2.64 |
| 1820 Swann St NW | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.21 |
| 1827 Swann St NW, Unit 3 | 1827 Swann St NW | 1BR,1BA | $2.65 |
| 1710 Q St NW, Unit #1 | 1710 Q St NW | 1BR,1BA | $2.87 |
| President Madison | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.48 |
| Square 50 | The Capitol | Studio ,1BA | $2.91 |
| 2139 Newport Pl NW | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.62 |
| State House Apartments | EFF | Studio ,1BA | $3.45 |
| 1815 Riggs LLC | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $3.70 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across District of Columbia including Dupont Circle, Washington, and the greater Washington area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, places that make kids happy, proximity to transit, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Getting Around the Dupont Circle Neighborhood in Washington, DC
Walk Score®
99 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
96 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
87 / 100
Excellent Transit
Transit is convenient for most trips
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dupont Circle Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Dupont Circle?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Dupont Circle is under $1,699.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Dupont Circle?
The cheapest apartment in Dupont Circle is 1811-1815 S St NW which is listed at $1,300, while the average apartment in Dupont Circle costs $11,897.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Dupont Circle?
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 34 regular apartments in Dupont Circle that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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