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5424 Old Temple Hill Rd

5807 Falkland Pl

702 Hudson Ave

6212 41st Ave, Unit A

3503 Carnaby St, Unit A4 First Floor

9122 Bridgewater St

5540 60th Ave

302 19th St NE

6703 41st Ave
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7514 Creighton Dr

7423 Walker Mill Dr

3707 37th Pl, Unit Room C

4018 Alton St

1450 Newton St NW

6849 Mountain Lake Pl

5603 Newton St

3518 10th St NW

9205 Linden Grove Ct

617 Irving St NW
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1317 Belmont St NW

1815 Vernon St NW

10423 Knollwood Dr

5311 59th Ave

756 Upsal St SE

2665 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE

5700 Vassar Dr

Room in Shared 5 bed/3.5 bath home in Upper Central NE, Unit B

7104 Claymore Ave

2208 Vermont Ave
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4703 Harvard Rd

529 42nd St NE

2312 Wintergreen Ave

233 Valley Ave SE

4619 Yuma St NW

12007 Eaglewood Ct

2730 22nd St NE

5202 Leverett St, Unit Room 4

5012 Silver Hill Rd

2120 North Capitol St NW
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4201 16th St NW

5202 Leverett St

3315 Dubois Pl SE

Room in Shared 5 bed/2 bath home in Cleveland Park, Unit B

Room in Shared 5 bed/2 bath home in Columbia Heights, Unit A

1413 Q St NW

411 Hobart Pl NW, Unit 411 Hobart Place

1447 Parkwood Pl NW

Room in Shared 5 bed/2 bath home in Columbia Heights, Unit 2E

Room in Shared 6 bed/3 bath home in Brookland, Unit F
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Washington?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,848 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| Washington 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,786 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| Washington 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,629 | $1,160 | $10,000+ |
| Washington 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,554 | $925 | $10,000+ |
| Washington 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,921 | $750 | $10,000+ |
| Washington 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,073 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Washington, DC
Pricing Updated: 08/12/2026Current apartment rentals in the Washington, DC area range in price from $603 to $28,514 with an overall median price of $2,352. The three Washington neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Coral Hills at $1,378, Oxon Run Hills at $1,400, and Michigan Park at $1,443. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Washington Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coral Hills | $1,378 | $929 | 48 |
| Oxon Run Hills | $1,400 | $900 | 90 |
| Michigan Park | $1,443 | $1,123 | 158 |
| Dupont Park | $1,450 | $845 | 113 |
| Fort Dupont | $1,450 | $845 | 101 |
| Hillcrest Fairfax Village | $1,450 | $1,050 | 111 |
| Marshall Heights | $1,450 | $1,308 | 10 |
| Randle Heights | $1,450 | $825 | 173 |
| Washington Highlands | $1,450 | $963 | 230 |
| Garfield Heights | $1,464 | $825 | 113 |
Cheapest Available Washington Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Washington, DC is a Studio unit found at Charter House in the Downtown Silver Spring neighborhood priced from $685. The Residences at Forest Glen in the Rosemary Hills neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $776. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Washington apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charter House | The Georgia | Studio,1BA | $685 |
| The Residences at Forest Glen | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $776 |
| Birchwood at Newton Green 62+ Community | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $813 |
| R Street Apartments | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Greenwood Manor Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| 811 Barnaby Street SE | 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $893 |
| Cypress on Vine | TAKOMA DC | Furnished | Utilities Included | Sh... | 1BR,1BA | $917 |
| The Appleton at Spring Flats Senior 62+ | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $948 |
| Langston Views | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Washington, DC
As of August 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Washington area is the $1.38 price per square foot Three Bedroom (3 Level) Model at Rock Creek Palisades in the in the Halpine neighborhood starting from $2,900. The second greatest value Washington apartment is the 4514 Albemarle St NW Model at 4514 Albemarle St NW, Unit 1 starting at $1,650 with a $1.27 price per square foot in the Spring Valley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Washington apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rock Creek Palisades | Three Bedroom (3 Level) | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.38 |
| 4514 Albemarle St NW, Unit 1 | 4514 Albemarle St NW | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Terrapin Row | D3 | 4BR,4BA | $1.09 |
| Charter House | The New York | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Gateway Station by OneWall | 2B1B | 2BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Chestnut Hill Apartments | 2 Bedrooms + 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| 2200 Hunter Pl SE, Unit 101 | 2200 Hunter Pl SE | 3BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| North Hills Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| 3217 Dubois Pl SE, Unit 1 | 3217 Dubois Pl SE | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Birchwood at Newton Green 62+ Community | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Washington
What type of rentals are currently available in Washington?
There are currently 8108 Apartments for Rent in Washington, DC with pricing that ranges from $603 to $28,514. There are also 2849 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Washington ranging from $490 to $27,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Washington?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Washington ranges from $490 to $27,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,475.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Washington?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Washington range from $900 to $15,547, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $850 to $11,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,160 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $869.
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