
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Garfield Heights Neighborhood of Washington, DC from $800 (53 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Garfield Heights area of Washington.


Langston Views

Naylor Gardens

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Garden Village

1715 24th Pl SE

3107 Naylor Rd SE

Rockburne Estates

1422 W St SE

3035 30th St SE
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Cedar Heights

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1411 Ridge Pl SE, Unit 2

1733 Minnesota Ave SE

2713 Fort Baker Dr SE

1727 28th St SE, Unit 202

2726 Fort Baker Dr SE

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1411 Ridge Pl SE, Unit 4

2612 29th St SE

Park Naylor

2838 Hartford St SE
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1907 Marion Barry Ave SE

3401 15th St SE, Unit 2

3401 15th St SE, Unit 4

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Terrace Manor

Galen Terrace

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Hanover Courts
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Garden Village

2901 Gainesville St SE

Hillcrest House

3101 Naylor Rd SE

1422 W Street SE 2

1301-1305 U St SE

Roundtree Residences

Woodberry Village

3111 Naylor Rd SE

Douglass Knoll
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Frederick Douglass

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The Robinson

Pomeroy Gardens

1907 Marion Barry Ave SE, Unit 7

2400 Marion Barry Ave SE

2410 Marion Barry Ave SE

3709 Alabama Ave SE

South Pointe Apartments
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Garfield Heights, Washington, DC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Garfield Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garfield Heights Studio Apartments | $1,259 | $900 | $1,606 |
| Garfield Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,404 | $825 | $2,095 |
| Garfield Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,694 | $1,100 | $4,024 |
| Garfield Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,188 | $1,600 | $5,301 |
| Garfield Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,850 | $3,850 | $3,850 |
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Cheapest Available Garfield Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Garfield Heights area of Washington, DC is a 1 Bed unit found at Greenwood Manor Apartments priced from $825. Langston Views has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Garfield Heights apartments for rent in Washington, DC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greenwood Manor Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Langston Views | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Terrace Manor | 1 Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $1,061 |
| Top of the Hill Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,068 |
| South Pointe Apartments | Luna | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| Garden Village | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| Rockburne Estates | 1 Bedroom Flat | 1BR,1BA | $1,297 |
| Marlborough House | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,314 |
| 1301-1305 U St SE | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,316 |
| Cedar Heights | Two Bedroom- The Cypress | 2BR,1BA | $1,377 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Garfield Heights, DC
As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Garfield Heights area is the $1.68 price per square foot 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath Model at Top of the Hill Apartments in the in the Oxon Run Hills neighborhood starting from $1,548. The second greatest value Garfield Heights apartment is the Three Bedroom- The Deville Model at Cedar Heights starting at $1,667 with a $1.87 price per square foot in the Southeast Washington neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Garfield Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Top of the Hill Apartments | 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Cedar Heights | Three Bedroom- The Deville | 3BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| Greenwood Manor Apartments | 3 Bed, 1.5 Bath | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.86 |
| Maplewood Apartments | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| 1301-1305 U St SE | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| 1411 Ridge Pl SE, Unit 4 | 1411 Ridge Pl SE | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| Rockburne Estates | 1 Bedroom Flat | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| Terrace Manor | 1 Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| South Pointe Apartments | Felix | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| Langston Views | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleGarfield Heights, Washington, DC
Ranked #156
Among cities in District of Columbia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Garfield Heights Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Garfield Heights?
The cheapest apartment in Garfield Heights is Greenwood Manor Apartments which is listed at $825, while the average apartment in Garfield Heights costs $7,732.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Garfield Heights?
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 Garfield Heights 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 Garfield Heights?
Cheap apartments in Garfield Heights have an average cost of $124 which is $7,608 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Garfield Heights.
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