Cheap Homes for Rent in Lanier Heights Neighborhood of Washington, DC from $700 (90 Rentals)

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property at 1336 Kenyon St NW

$790

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1 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jun 1

1336 Kenyon St NW

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property at 1447 Parkwood Pl NW

$1,100

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6 Bedroom, 4 Bath Townhome for Rent

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1447 Parkwood Pl NW

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property at 1711 17th St NW

$1,100

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1 Bedroom, 2 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Jun 1

1711 17th St NW

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property at 1327 Belmont St NW

$1,240 - $1,449

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Aug 1

1327 Belmont St NW

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property at 1323 Florida Ave NW

$1,299 - $1,449

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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1323 Florida Ave NW

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Lanier Heights, Washington, DC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Lanier Heights Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lanier Heights area of Washington, DC is a 1 Bed unit found at R Street Apartments priced from $825. The Appleton at Spring Flats Senior 62+ has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $948. Here are the most affordable Lanier Heights apartments for rent in Washington, DC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
R Street Apartments1BR1BR,1BA$825
The Appleton at Spring Flats Senior 62+1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$948
Monroe Co-LivingCOLUMBIA HEIGHTS | Furnished | Utilities Includ...1BR,1BA$1,200
The WoodnerStandard StudioStudio,1BA$1,248
2745-49 Ordway StreetStudioStudio,1BA$1,249
829 RCC0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,280
The Faircliff1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,363
Holmead ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,370
The CromwellStudio LargeStudio,1BA$1,399

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lanier Heights, DC

As of May 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lanier Heights area is the $0.47 price per square foot 2918 Sherman Ave NW Model at 2918 Sherman Ave NW, Unit A in the in the Howard University neighborhood starting from $1,150. The second greatest value Lanier Heights apartment is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Model at The Biltmore Apartments starting at $2,499 with a $2.25 price per square foot in the Lanier Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lanier Heights apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2918 Sherman Ave NW, Unit A2918 Sherman Ave NW1BR,1BA$0.47
The Biltmore Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.25
2724-40 Porter StreetTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.14
1759 Lamont St NW, Unit B1759 Lamont St NW1BR,1BA$2.15
1627 Lamont St NW1 BD 1 BA1BR,1BA$2.06
The Thread1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.51
The Appleton at Spring Flats Senior 62+2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.71
Park Place at PetworthOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$2.59
1441 Harvard Street Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.03
829 RCC0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$2.56

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Lanier Heights, Washington, DC

Ranked #12

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Lanier Heights

What type of rentals are currently available in Lanier Heights?

There are currently 1255 Apartments for Rent in Lanier Heights, DC with pricing that ranges from $868 to $16,717. There are also 284 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Lanier Heights ranging from $790 to $34,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Lanier Heights?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Lanier Heights ranges from $790 to $34,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,324.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Lanier Heights?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Lanier Heights range from $2,407 to $16,717, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,280 to $10,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,130 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,950.

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