
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Eckington Neighborhood of Washington, DC from $900 (32 Rentals)
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2411 First St NW

28 Todd Pl NE, Unit 2

8 R St NW

The Gale Eckington

Richardson

410-412 Richardson Pl NW

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The Glenwood Apartments
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The Metropolitan Apartments

301 V St NE

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Judd and Weiler

Third & Rhode

214 Rhode Island Ave NW

The Florian

301 U St NW, Unit #1

124 Q St NW, Unit 4
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16 Todd Pl NE, Unit 16 todd place ne

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1 Florida Ave NE, Unit SI FL3-ID955

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ONE501

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130 V St NW, Unit 130 V Street NW

52 Quincy Pl NW, Unit 402

Visionary Square

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2021 4th St NW
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Carver and Slowe Apartments

2321 4th Street

204 Ascot Pl NE

Coda at Bryant Street

1707 North Capitol St NE

104 R St NE
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Eckington, Washington, DC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Eckington?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eckington Studio Apartments | $1,913 | $1,449 | $2,260 |
| Eckington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,373 | $1,450 | $4,439 |
| Eckington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,775 | $1,800 | $8,535 |
| Eckington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,484 | $3,295 | $10,000+ |
| Eckington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,186 | $4,950 | $6,660 |
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Cheapest Available Eckington Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Eckington area of Washington, DC is a 1 Bed unit found at Richardson priced from $1,450. The Metropolitan Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,525. Here are the most affordable Eckington apartments for rent in Washington, DC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Richardson | SHAW | Furnished | Utilities Included | Private... | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| The Metropolitan Apartments | TIER 03: STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $1,525 |
| The Glenwood Apartments | ONE BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $1,525 |
| Carver Apartments | Slowe Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,527 |
| Carver and Slowe Apartments | Slowe Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,527 |
| Judd and Weiler | Studio | s02 - Judd | Studio,1BA | $1,580 |
| Third & Rhode | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,670 |
| The Gale Eckington | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath + Den - AD1 Affordable 80% | 1BR,1BA | $1,718 |
| ONE501 | S5 | Studio,1BA | $1,826 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Eckington, DC
As of August 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Eckington area is the $2.12 price per square foot 2339 3rd St NE Model at 2339 3rd St NE, Unit 2339 3rd St NE in the in the Edgewood neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value Eckington apartment is the 30 Florida Avenue NE Model at 30 Florida Avenue NE, Unit #2 starting at $3,500 with a $2.19 price per square foot in the Mount Vernon Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Eckington apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2339 3rd St NE, Unit 2339 3rd St NE | 2339 3rd St NE | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.12 |
| 30 Florida Avenue NE, Unit #2 | 30 Florida Avenue NE | 3BR,3BA | $2.19 |
| 1409-1411 1st St NW | 1411 | 2BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| 2004 1st St NW, Unit 2004 #B English Basement | 2004 1st St NW | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 124 Q St NW, Unit 4 | 124 Q St NW | 2BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| 130 V St NW, Unit 130 V Street NW | 130 V St NW | 1BR,1BA | $2.55 |
| The Gale Eckington | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath + Den - AD3 Affordable 60% | 1BR,1BA | $2.75 |
| Rhode Island Row | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.58 |
| Third & Rhode | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| The Glenwood Apartments | ONE BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $2.18 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEckington, Washington, DC
Ranked #85
Among cities in District of Columbia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Eckington, Washington, DC
Langley Elementary School
McKinley Technology High School
McKinley Middle School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Eckington Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Eckington?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Eckington is under $1,826.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Eckington?
The cheapest apartment in Eckington is Richardson which is listed at $1,450, while the average apartment in Eckington costs $2,564.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Eckington?
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 91 regular apartments in Eckington 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 Eckington?
Cheap apartments in Eckington have an average cost of $1,493 which is $1,071 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Eckington.
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