
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ivy City Neighborhood of Washington, DC from $1,000 (24 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Ivy City area of Washington.


1701 Montello Ave NE

1122 Penn St NE

1261 Raum St NE, Unit Apt 3

1716 Capitol Ave NE

1231 Penn St NE, Unit 4

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1107 Penn St NE, Unit #1

1233 Raum St NE
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1254 Meigs Pl NE

1222 Meigs Pl NE

1246 Queen St NE

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1280 16th St NE, Unit A

1821 Providence St NE, Unit Apt 4

1215 Simms Pl NE

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1213 Raum St NE, Unit 4

1713 W Virginia Ave NE, Unit 101
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1243 16th St NE, Unit 3

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1245 Raum St NE, Unit 1

1717 Trinidad Ave NE

1241 18th St NE

2218 15th St NE, Unit 2218 A

1642 Montello Ave NE

1715 Montello Ave NE

1212 18th St NE
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Ivy City, Washington, DC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ivy City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ivy City Studio Apartments | $1,612 | $1,433 | $1,726 |
| Ivy City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,865 | $1,057 | $2,285 |
| Ivy City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,497 | $1,700 | $3,672 |
| Ivy City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,159 | $1,700 | $7,138 |
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Cheapest Available Ivy City Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hecht Warehouse | SD | Studio,1BA | $1,433 |
| 1262 Simms Pl NE | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $2,233 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ivy City, DC
As of June 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ivy City area is the $2.24 price per square foot 1245 Raum St NE Model at 1245 Raum St NE, Unit 1 in the in the Northeast Washington neighborhood starting from $1,900. The second greatest value Ivy City apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 Baths Model at 1262 Simms Pl NE starting at $2,233 with a $2.63 price per square foot in the Northeast Washington neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ivy City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1245 Raum St NE, Unit 1 | 1245 Raum St NE | 2BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| 1262 Simms Pl NE | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $2.63 |
| 1107 Penn St NE, Unit #1 | 1107 Penn St NE | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| 1231 Penn St NE, Unit 4 | 1231 Penn St NE | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| 1243 16th St NE, Unit 3 | 1243 16th St NE | 1BR,1BA | $2.96 |
| 1280 16th St NE, Unit A | 1280 16th St NE | 1BR,1BA | $2.80 |
| The Hecht Warehouse | SD | Studio ,1BA | $4.04 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleIvy City, Washington, DC
Ranked #154
Among cities in District of Columbia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ivy City Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Ivy City?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Ivy City is at The Hecht Warehouse listed at $1,433.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Ivy City Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Ivy City Apartment is $1,633 at The Hecht Warehouse.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Ivy City Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Ivy City is starting from $2,184 at The Hecht Warehouse.
What is the most affordable Ivy City Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Ivy City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Hecht Warehouse and starts from $3,587.
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