
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Corner Neighborhood of Washington, DC from $700 (40 Rentals)
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5521 Jay St NE

5521 Jay St NE

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825 48th Pl NE, Unit 1

5007 A St SE

Residences at Hayes

EastBrooke Apartments

1150 51st St NE
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Hilltop Apartments

4945 Sheriff Rd NE

Providence Place

5106 F St SE, Unit 8

1126 48th Pl NE

5433 C St SE

Benning Park Apartments

526 59th St NE
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Marshall Heights

Hampton East Apartments

5120 Astor Pl

5000 A St SE

5124 Astor Pl SE

Huntwood Courts
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Bass Place Apartment Homes

5210-5212 E St SE

5100 F St SE

101 50th St SE

East of The River

Dix Street Residences

Patrician Apartments 1

The Strand
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Elsinore Courtyard Apartments

5009 D St SE

6109 Hanlon St

903 Minna Ave

Glen Willow Apartments

11 Whist Pl

4706 Deanwood Dr

Pleasant Homes
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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 | $1,353 | $959 | $1,700 |
| East Corner 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,402 | $1,350 | $7,364 |
| East Corner 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,363 | $1,800 | $8,670 |
| East Corner 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,770 | $5,500 | $8,041 |
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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 Huntwood Courts priced from $1,125. Pleasant Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,265. Here are the most affordable East Corner apartments for rent in Washington, DC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Huntwood Courts | A1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| Pleasant Homes | 2 Bedroom (C) | 2BR,1BA | $1,265 |
| 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 | $1,550 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Corner, DC
As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Corner area is the $2.11 price per square foot C1 Model at EastBrooke Apartments in the in the East Corner neighborhood starting from $2,395. The second greatest value East Corner apartment is the 2 Bed / 1 Bath Model at 4945 Sheriff Rd NE starting at $1,350 with a $1.50 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| EastBrooke Apartments | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $2.11 |
| 4945 Sheriff Rd NE | 2 Bed / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 945 52nd St NE | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| 825 48th Pl NE, Unit 1 | 825 48th Pl NE | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| 921 52nd St NE, Unit 102 and 301 | 921 52nd St NE | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| Glen Willow Apartments | TWO BEDROOM | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Hilltop Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| Providence Place | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.15 |
| Huntwood Courts | A1A | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Residences at Hayes | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.57 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEast Corner, Washington, DC
Ranked #147
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 Huntwood Courts which is listed at $1,125, while the average apartment in East Corner costs $6,770.
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 6 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 $572 which is $6,198 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Corner.
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