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Room in Shared 5 bed/3 bath home in Brookland, Unit D

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Room in Shared 7 bed/3.5 bath home in Southwest Waterfront, Unit C

28 Todd Pl NE, Unit 2

5031 H St SE

716 HIGHLAND AVE NW

6244 Williamsburg Blvd
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758 19th St NE

5124 Astor Pl SE, Unit 301

2919 North Capitol St NE

6319 Jason St

Room in Shared 7 bed/3.5 bath home in Southwest Waterfront, Unit B

1947 N Dinwiddie St

784 Harvard St NW

1014 48th Pl NE, Unit 4

Room in Shared 5 bed/2 bath home in Logan Circle, Unit BE

Room in Shared 7 bed/6 bath home in Dupont Park, Unit F
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Room in Shared 5 bed/3 bath home in Brookland, Unit B

Room in Shared 5 bed/2 bath home in Dupont Circle, Unit C

829 Florida Ave NE

Room in Shared 5 bed/3 bath home in Brookland, Unit E

Room in Shared 7 bed/3.5 bath home in Southwest Waterfront, Unit G

Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home in Dupont Circle, Unit B

5406 Shoemaker Farm Ln

5609 6th St S

644 S Illinois St

613 Hamlin St NE
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Room in Shared 7 bed/6 bath home in Dupont Park, Unit E

Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home in Dupont Circle, Unit C

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

Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home in Dupont Circle, Unit B

Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home in Dupont Circle, Unit D

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

Room in Shared 3 bed/2 bath home in Capitol Hill, Unit B

Room in Shared 5 bed/2 bath home in Columbia Heights, Unit 1B

Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home in Dupont Circle, Unit A

Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home in Columbia Heights, Unit 2C
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Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home in Dupont Circle, Unit D

Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home in Dupont Circle, Unit A

Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home in Dupont Circle, Unit C

Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home in Dupont Circle, Unit D

Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home in Dupont Circle, Unit C

Room in Shared 3 bed/2 bath home in Dupont Circle, Unit C

Room in Shared 3 bed/2 bath home in Dupont Circle, Unit B

Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home in Dupont Circle, Unit A

Room in Shared 3 bed/2 bath home in Dupont Circle, Unit B

Room in Shared 3 bed/2 bath home in Dupont Circle, Unit A
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Washington, DC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Washington?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,819 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| Washington 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,678 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| Washington 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,186 | $1,030 | $10,000+ |
| Washington 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,639 | $810 | $10,000+ |
| Washington 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,741 | $1,050 | $10,000+ |
| Washington 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,646 | $975 | $10,000+ |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Washington?
There are currently 8186 Apartments for Rent in Washington, DC with pricing that ranges from $200 to $25,842. There are also 2780 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Washington ranging from $485 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 $485 to $27,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,205.
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 $712 to $15,526, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $850 to $15,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,030 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $200.
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