
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Fort Dupont Neighborhood of Washington, DC from $500 (21 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Fort Dupont area of Washington.


Langston Views

L'Enfant Apartments

2937 Nelson Pl SE

Fairlawn Marshall

1560 Fort DuPont St SE, Unit 1

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Fort Dupont, Washington, DC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fort Dupont?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Dupont Studio Apartments | $1,049 | $998 | $1,100 |
| Fort Dupont 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,484 | $845 | $2,998 |
| Fort Dupont 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,587 | $1,314 | $2,925 |
| Fort Dupont 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,135 | $1,575 | $3,150 |
| Fort Dupont 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,057 | $4,200 | $5,200 |
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There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Fort Dupont Neighborhood of Washington, DC.
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Cheapest Available Fort Dupont Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Fort Dupont area of Washington, DC is a 1 Bed unit found at Langston Views priced from $950. L'Enfant Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $998. Here are the most affordable Fort Dupont apartments for rent in Washington, DC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Langston Views | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| L'Enfant Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $998 |
| Fairlawn Marshall | 2 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,072 |
| River East-Banneker West | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,149 |
| Banneker Place | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Floor Plan | 1BR,1BA | $1,169 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fort Dupont, DC
As of December 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fort Dupont area is the $1.40 price per square foot 4296 Southern Ave SE Model at 4296 Southern Ave SE, Unit B in the in the Oakland neighborhood starting from $1,675. The second greatest value Fort Dupont apartment is the C1 Model at Highland Ridge starting at $1,764 with a $1.91 price per square foot in the Oakland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fort Dupont apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4296 Southern Ave SE, Unit B | 4296 Southern Ave SE | 3BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| Highland Ridge | C1 | 3BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| 3301 D St SE, Unit 3 | 3301 D St SE | 2BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| Copeland Manor | 2b847 | 2BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| Villages of East River | 2 Bedroom-Marshall Heights | 2BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| 1603 28th St SE | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| Fairlawn Marshall | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| 1560 Fort DuPont St SE, Unit 1 | 1560 Fort DuPont St SE | Studio ,1BA | $1.81 |
| River East-Banneker West | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| Langston Views | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
Getting Around the Fort Dupont Neighborhood in Washington, DC
Walk Score®
58 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
43 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
57 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
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 Fort Dupont Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Fort Dupont?
The cheapest apartment in Fort Dupont is Langston Views which is listed at $950, while the average apartment in Fort Dupont costs $5,200.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Fort Dupont?
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 28 regular apartments in Fort Dupont 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 Fort Dupont?
Cheap apartments in Fort Dupont have an average cost of $285 which is $4,915 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fort Dupont.
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