Apartments for Rent in the Howard University Neighborhood of Washington, DC (1,282 Rentals)

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The Woodner
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$1,273 - $2,182

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The Woodner

3636 16th St NWWashington, DC 20010
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Aviator House
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$2,275 - $8,650

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Aviator House

1625 Massachusetts Ave NWWashington, DC 20036
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City Ridge
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$2,913 - $12,708

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City Ridge

20 Ridge Square NWWashington, DC 20016
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The 202
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$2,013 - $5,996

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The 202

202 Florida Ave NEWashington, DC 20002
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The Louis
$2,251 - $13,129

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The Louis

1920-1934 14Th St NWWashington, DC 20009
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14W Apartments
$1,940 - $4,740

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14W Apartments

1315 W St NWWashington, DC 20009
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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

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City Market at O
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$1,988 - $9,729

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City Market at O

800 P St NWWashington, DC 20001
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Sonnet
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$2,252 - $6,731

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Sonnet

1441 U St NWWashington, DC 20009
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The Burton
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$1,943 - $6,160

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The Burton

200 Florida Ave NEWashington, DC 20002
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Collection 14
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$1,767 - $3,929

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Collection 14

1400 W St NWWashington, DC 20009
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The Silva
$3,200 - $7,355

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The Silva

1630 Columbia Rd NWWashington, DC 20009
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The Ellington
$2,548 - $10,940

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The Ellington

1301 U St NWWashington, DC 20009
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Holmead Apartments
$1,370 - $1,790

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Holmead Apartments

3435 Holmead Pl NWWashington, DC 20010
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Alton District
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$2,690 - $4,170

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Alton District

1401 S St NWWashington, DC 20009
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Latrobe
$2,527 - $2,647

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Latrobe

1325 15th St NWWashington, DC 20005
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The Glenwood Apartments
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$1,525 - $1,550

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The Glenwood Apartments

2315-2321 Lincoln Rd NEWashington, DC 20002
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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Howard University, Washington, DC

Ranked #13

Among cities in District of Columbia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

This website compares millions of points of data to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Washington, District of Columbia. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and easy access to the parks, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places that make kids happy, and other valuable search options. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Family-Friendly Rating

When renting for a family with children, location matters. This residential area has a reputation as a leading area for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly submarkets have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. This includes features like parks, playgrounds, extra living spaces, features for pets, and access to highly-rated education.

Outdoors Rating

Love parks and green spaces? Howard University has come to be providing top-rated access to parks and outdoor amenities, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Luxury Living Rating

This section of town is known as one of the finest luxury neighborhoods in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like pools, saunas, workout spaces, maid services, park access, and quartz countertops in the kitchen with high-end appliances. Luxury neighborhoods also often offer tile, hardwood, and fine carpeting, access to sports facilities like golf, raquetball, and tennis, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.

Pet Friendly Rating

Are there furry friends in your life? this part of Washington ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about Howard University

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Howard University area of Washington, DC?

As of today, September 03, 2026, there are currently 1,282 available Howard University apartments priced from $868 to $13,384, with an average monthly rent of $2,700.

How much are Studio apartments in Howard University?

There are currently 512 Studio Apartments in Howard University with rent ranges from $1,150 to $7,564 with an average price of $1,938.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Howard University Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Howard University ranges from $868 to $6,498 with an average monthly rent of $2,544.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Howard University cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Howard University range from $1,275 to $9,476. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,676.

How expensive are Howard University Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 144 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Howard University on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,614 to $13,384 - averaging $4,260 for the location.

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