
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Eckington Neighborhood of Washington, DC from $700 (21 Rentals)
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75 Florida Ave NW, Unit 1

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The Glenwood Apartments

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Judd and Weiler

The Gale Eckington

The Metropolitan Apartments

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1873 3rd St NW, Unit A
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Third & Rhode

1504 North Capitol St NE

The Florian

58 Quincy Pl NE

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The Burton

117 R St NW
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124 Q St NW, Unit 4

Visionary Square

The Summit at St. Martin's

151 S St NW

2321 4th Street

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Carver and Slowe Apartments
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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 | $1,815 | $720 | $2,231 |
| Eckington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,327 | $760 | $3,738 |
| Eckington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,646 | $1,800 | $7,736 |
| Eckington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,341 | $1,224 | $8,957 |
| Eckington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,067 | $5,600 | $6,535 |
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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 The Glenwood Apartments priced from $1,500. Judd and Weiler has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,527. Here are the most affordable Eckington apartments for rent in Washington, DC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Glenwood Apartments | ONE BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Judd and Weiler | Studio | s02 - The Judd | Studio,1BA | $1,527 |
| Carver Apartments | Slowe Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,562 |
| Carver and Slowe Apartments | Slowe Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,562 |
| The Gale Eckington | Studio 1 Bath - S2 | Studio,1BA | $1,569 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Eckington, DC
As of March 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Eckington area is the $2.71 price per square foot 1711 4th St NW Model at 1711 4th St NW in the in the Mount Vernon Square neighborhood starting from $3,250. The second greatest value Eckington apartment is the 84 Q St NW Model at 84 Q St NW, Unit #B starting at $2,700 with a $2.45 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1711 4th St NW | 1711 4th St NW | 2BR,2BA | $2.71 |
| 84 Q St NW, Unit #B | 84 Q St NW | 2BR,2BA | $2.45 |
| 2009 Flagler Pl NW, Unit B | 2009 Flagler Pl NW | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| 2014 1st St NW, Unit 2014 1st St NW BMNT | 2014 1st St NW | 2BR,2BA | $2.30 |
| 75 Florida Ave NW, Unit 1 | 75 Florida Ave NW | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.41 |
| 124 Q St NW, Unit 4 | 124 Q St NW | 2BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| Rhode Island Row | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.49 |
| Third & Rhode | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.30 |
| The Glenwood Apartments | ONE BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| 1873 3rd St NW, Unit A | 1873 3rd St NW | 1BR,1BA | $2.46 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEckington, Washington, DC
Ranked #82
Among cities in District of Columbia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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3.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Eckington, Washington, DC
Langley Elementary School
McKinley Technology High 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 $1,650.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Eckington?
The cheapest apartment in Eckington is The Glenwood Apartments which is listed at $1,500, while the average apartment in Eckington costs $6,067.
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 152 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 $1,379 which is $4,688 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Eckington.
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