
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Marshall Heights Neighborhood of Washington, DC from $500 (31 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Marshall Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marshall Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,397 | $1,295 | $1,500 |
| Marshall Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,456 | $1,375 | $1,700 |
| Marshall Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,866 | $1,750 | $1,950 |
| Marshall Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,000 | $4,000 | $4,000 |
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There are currently 31 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Marshall Heights Neighborhood of Washington, DC.
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Cheapest Available Marshall Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Marshall Heights area of Washington, DC is a 1 Bed unit found at Bass Circle Apartments priced from $1,295. Capitol House has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,375. Here are the most affordable Marshall Heights apartments for rent in Washington, DC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bass Circle Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Capitol House | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| Copeland Manor | 2b988 | 2BR,1BA | $1,741 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Marshall Heights, DC
As of December 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Marshall Heights area is the $2.06 price per square foot 2b847 Model at Copeland Manor in the in the Oakland neighborhood starting from $1,741. The second greatest value Marshall Heights apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model at Capitol House starting at $1,375 with a $1.96 price per square foot in the Oakland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Marshall Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Copeland Manor | 2b847 | 2BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| Capitol House | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| Bass Circle Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleMarshall Heights, Washington, DC
Ranked #127
Among cities in District of Columbia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Marshall Heights Apartments
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Marshall Heights?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 3 regular apartments in Marshall Heights that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Marshall Heights?
Cheap apartments in Marshall Heights have an average cost of $469 which is $3,531 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Marshall Heights.
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