
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Corner Neighborhood of Washington, DC from $700 (47 Rentals)
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5211 Jay St NE, Unit Room2, Unit Room2

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4820 Hayes St NE, Unit Basement, Unit Basement

506 Eastern Ave NE

HR Crawford Apartments

Residences at Hayes

EastBrooke Apartments

1150 51st St NE

5812 Eads St NE, Unit 5812-A, Unit 5812-A
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Hilltop Apartments

4945 Sheriff Rd NE

Providence Place

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4809 Meade St NE, Unit 2, Unit 2

5029 Hanna Pl SE

1126 48th Pl NE

5433 C St SE

5106 F St SE, Unit 8

5225 Dix St NE, Unit 101
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5326 B St SE, Unit 3, Unit 3

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921 52nd St NE, Unit 102 and 301, Unit 102 and 301

Benning Park Apartments

526 59th St NE

11Hundred Apartments

Joseph W. King Senior Center

Marshall Heights

Hampton East Apartments

5120 Astor Pl
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5000 A St SE

5124 Astor Pl SE

Huntwood Courts

Bass Place Apartment Homes

5210-5212 E St SE

101 50th St SE

East of The River

Dix Street Residences

Patrician Apartments 1
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The Strand

Elsinore Courtyard Apartments

5009 D St SE

824 48th Pl NE

824 48th Pl NE

5305 Central Ave SE

6109 Hanlon St

Glen Willow Apartments

11 Whist Pl
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Pleasant Homes

611 60th Pl
East Corner, Washington, DC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Corner?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Corner Studio Apartments | $1,292 | $1,292 | $1,292 |
| East Corner 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,378 | $1,100 | $1,700 |
| East Corner 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,762 | $1,350 | $2,475 |
| East Corner 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,045 | $1,258 | $7,357 |
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Cheapest Available East Corner Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Corner area of Washington, DC is a 1 Bed unit found at Pleasant Homes priced from $1,063. Huntwood Courts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,125. Here are the most affordable East Corner apartments for rent in Washington, DC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pleasant Homes | 1 Bedroom (B) | 1BR,1BA | $1,063 |
| Huntwood Courts | A1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| Residences at Hayes | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,292 |
| EastBrooke Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| Hilltop Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| 4945 Sheriff Rd NE | 2 Bed / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Providence Place | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,399 |
| Glen Willow Apartments | TWO BEDROOM | 2BR,1BA | $1,599 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Corner, DC
As of April 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Corner area is the $1.74 price per square foot 5326 B St SE Model at 5326 B St SE, Unit 3 in the in the Oakland neighborhood starting from $1,650. The second greatest value East Corner apartment is the 4820 Hayes St NE Model at 4820 Hayes St NE, Unit Basement starting at $1,150 with a $1.22 price per square foot in the East Corner neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Corner apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5326 B St SE, Unit 3 | 5326 B St SE | 2BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| 4820 Hayes St NE, Unit Basement | 4820 Hayes St NE | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| 945 52nd St NE | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| 4945 Sheriff Rd NE | 2 Bed / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 921 52nd St NE, Unit 102 and 301 | 921 52nd St NE | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| Glen Willow Apartments | TWO BEDROOM | 2BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Hilltop Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| 4809 Meade St NE, Unit 2 | 4809 Meade St NE | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| EastBrooke Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| Huntwood Courts | A1A | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEast Corner, Washington, DC
Ranked #152
Among cities in District of Columbia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in East Corner, Washington, DC
Drew Elementary School
H.D. Woodson High School
Kelly Miller Middle School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Corner Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Corner?
The cheapest apartment in East Corner is Pleasant Homes which is listed at $1,063, while the average apartment in East Corner costs $2,544.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Corner?
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 10 regular apartments in East Corner 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 East Corner?
Cheap apartments in East Corner have an average cost of $816 which is $1,728 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Corner.
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