
Homes for Rent in Washington, DC from $2,500 (1,614 Rentals)


1524 W Street SE Unit

5518 B St SE

631 D St NW, Unit 337, Unit 337

1226 18th Pl NE

1301 Somerset Pl NW

1206 16th St NE

4213 Hildreth St SE

2472 Alabama Ave SE

514 11th St SE
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2141 P St NW, Unit 704, Unit 704

1111 11th St NW, Unit 602, Unit 602

490 M St SW, Unit W608, Unit W608

1240 Holbrook Ter NE, Unit 204, Unit 204

1211 Van St SE, Unit 405, Unit 405

2201 L St NW, Unit 204, Unit 204

4316 4th St NW

1550 Harry Thomas Way NE

2329 14th Pl SE

22 Banner Ln, Unit SI FL5-ID854
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70 I St SE, Unit SI FL7-ID878

79 Potomac Ave SE, Unit SI FL3-ID718

3555 16th St NW

3555 16th St NW, Unit 4

1614 17th St SE, Unit 1

1614 17th St SE, Unit APT3

1308 Clifton St NW

1733 20th St NW

1011 4th St NW, Unit SI FL5-ID382

600 H St NE, Unit SI FL5-ID511
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1924 8th St NW, Unit SI FL5-ID683

1212 4th St SE, Unit SI FL7-ID1140

443 New York Ave NW, Unit SI FL6-ID875

443 New York Ave NW, Unit SI FL7-ID876

1924 8th St NW, Unit PL FL6-ID412

55 M St NE, Unit SI FL12-ID701

1111 H St NE, Unit SI FL4-ID761

1011 4th St NW, Unit SI FL5-ID595

443 New York Ave NW, Unit SI FL6-ID1067

317 16th Street SE
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1324 Euclid St NW

1437 Rhode Island Ave NW

7129 Georgia Ave NW, Unit 3, Unit 3

1711 35th St NW, Unit 5, Unit 5

913 12th St NE

1838 Capitol Ave NE

616 E St NW, Unit 1020, Unit 1020

212 36th St NE, Unit 1, Unit 1

400 8th St NW, Unit SI FL11-ID1231

444 8th St NW, Unit SI FL9-ID1232
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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 | $2,923 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
| Washington 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,612 | $895 | $10,000+ |
| Washington 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,614 | $875 | $10,000+ |
| Washington 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,885 | $810 | $10,000+ |
| Washington 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,795 | $860 | $10,000+ |
| Washington 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,132 | $950 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Washington
What type of rentals are currently available in Washington?
There are currently 8040 Apartments for Rent in Washington, DC with pricing that ranges from $195 to $27,628. There are also 2596 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Washington ranging from $575 to $30,000.
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 $575 to $30,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,436.
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 $950 to $21,117, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $895 to $12,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $875 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $899.
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