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Washington, DC Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Washington, DC

Pricing Updated: 06/18/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Washington, DC area range in price from $491 to $23,160 with an overall median price of $4,825. The three Washington neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Ashdale at $950, Kirkdale at $1,400, and Waggaman Heights at $800. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Washington Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Ashdale$950$9501
Kirkdale$1,400$1,4002
Waggaman Heights$1,895$800166
Lancaster$1,954$1,34328
Southeast Washington$1,985$491141
Fairlawn$2,047$491140
16th Street Heights$2,075$1,2004
Clifton Park Village$2,079$1,086187
Northwest Park$2,079$1,08696
Fair Vernon$2,129$2,1291

Cheapest Available Washington Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Washington, DC is a 1 Bed unit found at Oxford Manor in the Southeast Washington neighborhood priced from $491. Edgewood 611_Gardens in the Edgewood neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $749. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Washington apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Oxford ManorOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$491
Edgewood 611_Gardens1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$749
Park Montgomery West1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$796
Greenwood Manor Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$825
R Street Apartments1BR1BR,1BA$839
Liberty Place1 BR LRSP1BR,1BA$841
Paradise At Parkside Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$900

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Washington, DC

As of June 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Washington area is the $0.48 price per square foot 2918 Sherman Ave NW Model at 2918 Sherman Ave NW, Unit A in the in the Howard University neighborhood starting from $1,175. The second greatest value Washington apartment is the 10108 Model at Avenel Gardens starting at $2,350 with a $1.02 price per square foot in the Northwest Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Washington apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2918 Sherman Ave NW, Unit A2918 Sherman Ave NW1BR,1BA$0.48
Avenel Gardens101083BR,3BA$1.02
Chevy Chase TowerOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.00
4902 9th St NW, Unit Petworth House4902 9th St NW4BR,2.5BA$0.86
9308 Cedar Ln, Unit Apartment9308 Cedar Ln1BR,1BA$1.33
Hub College Park4x2 C4BR,2BA$1.13
2200 Hunter Pl SE, Unit 1012200 Hunter Pl SE3BR,1BA$1.00
Matthews Memorial TerraceOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.31
Kaywood Gardens Apartments1 Bedroom + 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.31
4313 Knox Road, Unit Single room4313 Knox Road2BR,1BA$1.24

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Frequently Asked Questions about Washington

What type of rentals are currently available in Washington?

There are currently 7486 Apartments for Rent in Washington, DC with pricing that ranges from $491 to $23,160. There are also 2537 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Washington ranging from $750 to $70,000.

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 $750 to $70,000 with an average monthly rent of $6,829.

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 $23,160, 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 $2,350 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,000.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Washington DC Local Expert's Guide to Top Affordable Neighborhoods for Renters in the DC Metro

Written by: Steve Lilly

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

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