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$744 - $1,782Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Riggs Crossing Senior Residences
307 Riggs Rd NEWashington, DC 20011
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Fort Totten Neighborhood of Washington, DC from $600 (12 Rentals)
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$1,260 - $1,854Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
New Hampshire & First Apartments
5051 New Hampshire Ave NWWashington, DC 20011
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Fort Totten, Washington, DC Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fort Totten?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Totten Studio Apartments | $1,813 | $744 | $4,915 |
| Fort Totten 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,903 | $930 | $3,195 |
| Fort Totten 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,398 | $1,500 | $3,451 |
| Fort Totten 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,287 | $2,850 | $3,800 |
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Cheapest Available Fort Totten Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Fort Totten area of Washington, DC is a Studio unit found at New Hampshire & First Apartments priced from $1,260. Riggs Crossing Senior Residences has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,335. Here are the most affordable Fort Totten apartments for rent in Washington, DC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Hampshire & First Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,260 |
| Riggs Crossing Senior Residences | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,335 |
| Aventine Fort Totten | Studio (585 SF) | Studio,1BA | $1,444 |
| Fort Totten Square | S12A | Studio,1BA | $1,552 |
| Chillum Manor Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fort Totten, DC
As of November 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fort Totten area is the $2.20 price per square foot 4312 4th St NW Model at 4312 4th St NW, Unit Unit 2 in the in the Brightwood Park neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Fort Totten apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 bath Model at Longfellow Arms starting at $1,699 with a $2.00 price per square foot in the Manor Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fort Totten apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4312 4th St NW, Unit Unit 2 | 4312 4th St NW | 2BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| Longfellow Arms | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Chillum Manor Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.86 |
| 318 Farragut St NW, Unit B | 318 Farragut St NW | 1BR,1BA | $2.34 |
| Brookland Ridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| Northwood Gardens | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.88 |
| 5006 2nd St NW, Unit 2 | 5006 2nd St NW | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| Riggs Crossing Senior Residences | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| Aventine Fort Totten | One Bedroom One Bath (634 SF) | 1BR,1BA | $2.51 |
| 230 Varnum St NE, Unit 2 | 230 Varnum St NE | 1BR,1BA | $2.59 |
Getting Around the Fort Totten Neighborhood in Washington, DC
Walk Score®
63 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
59 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
73 / 100
Excellent Transit
Transit is convenient for most trips
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 Totten Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Fort Totten?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Fort Totten is under $1,700.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Fort Totten?
The cheapest apartment in Fort Totten is Riggs Crossing Senior Residences which is listed at $1,335, while the average apartment in Fort Totten costs $3,125.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Fort Totten?
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 19 regular apartments in Fort Totten that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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