Cheap Homes for Rent in Howard University Neighborhood of Washington, DC from $600 (65 Rentals)

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property at 617 Irving St NW

$750

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$750

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$750

1 Bedroom, 0.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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617 Irving St NW

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property at 1336 Kenyon St NW

$790

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$790

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$790

1 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Home for Rent

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1336 Kenyon St NW

WashingtonDC20010
property at 27 Q St NW

$883

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$883

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$883

1 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Home for Rent

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27 Q St NW

WashingtonDC20001

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property at 60 Q St NW

$1,150

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$1,150

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Studio, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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60 Q St NW

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property at 8 R St NW

$1,250

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$1,250

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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8 R St NW, Unit Bedroom #5

8 R St NW
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property at 118 Bates St NW

$1,250

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$1,250

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5 Bedroom, 3 Bath Townhome for Rent

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118 Bates St NW

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property at 1816 New Hampshire Ave NW

$1,500

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$1,500

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Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1816 New Hampshire Ave NW, Unit 103

1816 New Hampshire Ave NW
WashingtonDC20009
property at 1457 Park Rd NW

$1,500 - $2,050

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1457 Park Rd NW

WashingtonDC20010

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Howard University, Washington, DC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Howard University Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Howard University area of Washington, DC is a 1 Bed unit found at R Street Apartments priced from $825. Cassell Co-Living (Furnished Rooms) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,200. Here are the most affordable Howard University apartments for rent in Washington, DC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
R Street Apartments1BR1BR,1BA$825
Cassell Co-Living (Furnished Rooms)SHAW/U ST CORRIDOR | Furnished | Utilities Incl...1BR,1BA$1,200
The WoodnerStandard StudioStudio,1BA$1,240
The Glenwood ApartmentsEFFICIENCYStudio,1BA$1,295
Tivoli GardensSTUDIOStudio,1BA$1,336
The Faircliff1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,363
Hilltop HouseStudio AStudio,1BA$1,375
Judd and WeilerStudio | s02 - The JuddStudio,1BA$1,380
Park TerraceSTUDIO1BR,1BA$1,395

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Howard University, DC

As of March 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Howard University area is the $2.03 price per square foot 2909 13th St NW Model at 2909 13th St NW, Unit Upper in the in the Howard University neighborhood starting from $6,000. The second greatest value Howard University apartment is the 84 Q St NW Model at 84 Q St NW, Unit #B starting at $2,750 with a $2.50 price per square foot in the Mount Vernon Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Howard University apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2909 13th St NW, Unit Upper2909 13th St NW6BR,3BA$2.03
84 Q St NW, Unit #B84 Q St NW2BR,2BA$2.50
1308 Fairmont St NW, Unit Apt. 41308 Fairmont St NW2BR,1BA$2.09
2014 1st St NW, Unit 2014 1st St NW BMNT2014 1st St NW2BR,2BA$2.30
Ellington Apartments2 Bed - 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.50
75 Florida Ave NW, Unit 175 Florida Ave NW3BR,1.5BA$1.41
The Cloisters1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.29
1627 Lamont St NWStudioStudio ,1BA$2.15
745 Gresham Pl NWPrivate Bed / Shared Bath1BR,1BA$2.17
The Glenwood ApartmentsEFFICIENCYStudio ,1BA$2.35

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Howard University, Washington, DC

Ranked #15

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Howard University

What type of rentals are currently available in Howard University?

There are currently 1183 Apartments for Rent in Howard University, DC with pricing that ranges from $720 to $13,187. There are also 348 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Howard University ranging from $650 to $17,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Howard University?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Howard University ranges from $650 to $17,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,234.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Howard University?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Howard University range from $1,224 to $7,049, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $900 to $9,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,080 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,500.

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