
Homes for Rent in Washington, DC Under $1,500 (276 Rentals)


705 Brandywine St SE, Unit #202

515 59th St NE, Unit B

646 Pickford Pl NE

5812 Eads St NE, Unit 5812-B

657 Girard St NE

4117 Brandywine St., NW, Unit Back Upstairs Bedroom
Washington's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
Learn about Washington and the best places to live with original content written by Local Expert Steve Lilly

2665 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE

3315 Dubois Pl SE

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784 Harvard St NW

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912 Barnaby St SE

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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs
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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 |
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Washington 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,189 | $900 | $10,000+ |
Washington 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,040 | $850 | $10,000+ |
Washington 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,978 | $2,350 | $10,000+ |
Washington 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,107 | $780 | $10,000+ |
Washington 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,139 | $3,700 | $10,000+ |
Washington 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,854 | $2,550 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Washington
What type of rentals are currently available in Washington?
There are currently 7453 Apartments for Rent in Washington, DC with pricing that ranges from $491 to $23,160. There are also 2501 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
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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
I'm Steve, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Washington, DC.

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Written by: Cheryl Bowman
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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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.

Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.