
Homes for Rent in Washington, DC Under $2,500 (1,095 Rentals)


1629 Fairlawn Ave SE

2472 Alabama Ave SE

3935 S St SE, Unit Apt 304

128 33rd St NE

1334 Newton St NE

2648 Bowen Rd SE

1734 Connecticut Ave NW, Unit 3

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1011 4th St NW, Unit SI FL6-ID120

1734 Connecticut Ave NW, Unit 3
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631 D Street NW, Unit 336

1211 Van St SE, Unit 405

1753 Willard St NW

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2601 14th St NW, Unit PL FL4-ID1131

1226 18th Pl NE

1301 Somerset Pl NW

3825 Davis Pl NW, Unit 202

4011 Blaine St NE

2206 15th St NE

4213 Hildreth St SE
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1625 Eckington Pl NE, Unit PH207

3101 E St SE

2501 Sayles Pl SE, Unit 9

4000 Tunlaw Rd NW, Unit 227

1718 P St NW

3661 13th St NW

4911 Just St NE

1648 L St NE

5344 C St SE, Unit 102

44 49th St SE
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600 4th St SW, Unit 704

902 Westminster St NW

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1701 21st St NW, Unit SI FL1-ID744

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443 New York Ave NW, Unit SI FL4-ID877

2422 17th St NW, Unit 204

70 I St SE, Unit 70-0334

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465 New York Ave NW, Unit SI FL4-ID990

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70 I St SE, Unit SI FL7-ID878

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600 4th St SW, Unit SI FL8-ID1042

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900 7th St SW, Unit SI FL4-ID1181
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374 Chaplin St SE

532 8th St SE, Unit 3

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22 Banner Ln, Unit SI FL5-ID854

4346 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SW

4000 Tunlaw Rd NW, Unit 312

2241 Prout St SE

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1924 8th St NW, Unit SI FL5-ID683

44 Forrester St SW

5700 Georgia Ave NW, Unit 2

4000 Tunlaw Rd NW
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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 | $2,835 | $795 | $7,950 |
| Washington 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,821 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
| Washington 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,554 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| Washington 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,359 | $780 | $10,000+ |
| Washington 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,467 | $880 | $10,000+ |
| Washington 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,269 | $975 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Washington
What type of rentals are currently available in Washington?
There are currently 8038 Apartments for Rent in Washington, DC with pricing that ranges from $705 to $28,580. There are also 2931 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Washington ranging from $450 to $34,000.
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 $450 to $34,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,571.
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 $28,580, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,200 to $11,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $900 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $909.
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