
Homes for Rent in Washington, DC Under $2,000 (645 Rentals)


4627 E Capitol St SE

2515 K St NW

3542 T St NW

1704 V St NW

143 13th St NE

136 Bryant St NW

1718 P St NW, Unit 701

631 D St NW, Unit 338

2716 29th St SE
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1386 Bryant St NE, Unit 204

1440 N St NW

2919 North Capitol St NE, Unit 2

1705 West Virginia Ave NE, Unit 1

2939 Van Ness St NW

4301 Massachusetts Ave NW

1353 Adams St NE

4473 B St SE

450a Condon Terrace SE

350 G St SW
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1712 R St SE

3311 Clay Pl NE

1437 Spring Rd NW

104 R St NE

1012 17th Pl NE, Unit UNIT3

3801 Calvert St NW

1821 Newton St NW, Unit Apartment 3

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949 1st St SE, Unit SI FL10-ID300

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1701 21st St NW, Unit SI FL1-ID745

3618 Warren St NW, Unit A
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2601 14th St NW, Unit SI FL6-ID1129

2141 I St NW, Unit 812

141 Uhland Terrace NE

1850 3rd St NW

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1826 Vernon St NW, Unit SI FL2-ID188

63 Galveston Pl SW, Unit 4

2710 Fort Baker Dr SE, Unit #1

1125 12th St NW

1125 12th St NW, Unit 54

514 11th St SE
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1460 Belmont St NW

7135 Georgia Ave NW

2515 K St NW, Unit Sunny Foggy Bottom Studio

1228 18th St NE

922 24th St NW, Unit 216

800 4th St SW, Unit N117

5210 F St SE, Unit 3

800 4th St SW, Unit N117

5410 Connecticut Ave NW

3743 12th St NE, Unit 1
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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 | $2,881 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
| Washington 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,768 | $1,135 | $10,000+ |
| Washington 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,500 | $1,050 | $10,000+ |
| Washington 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,168 | $810 | $10,000+ |
| Washington 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,179 | $880 | $10,000+ |
| Washington 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,649 | $950 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Washington
What type of rentals are currently available in Washington?
There are currently 8060 Apartments for Rent in Washington, DC with pricing that ranges from $491 to $28,580. There are also 2913 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Washington ranging from $225 to $28,000.
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 $225 to $28,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,525.
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 $28,580, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,135 to $11,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,050 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $600.
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