
Cheap Homes for Rent in Mount Vernon Square Neighborhood of Washington, DC from $800 (34 Rentals)
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Room in Shared 5 bed/2 bath home

60 Q St NW

232 N St NW

232 N St NW

819 6th St NW

Room in Shared 5 bed/2 bath home

Room in Shared 5 bed/2 bath home
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Room in Shared 5 bed/2 bath home

Room in Shared 5 bed/3 bath home

118 Bates St NW

8 R St NW, Unit Bedroom #5

Room in Shared 5 bed/2 bath home

Room in Shared 5 bed/2 bath home

Room in Shared 5 bed/3 bath home

Room in Shared 5 bed/2 bath home
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Room in Shared 5 bed/2 bath home

Room in Shared 5 bed/3 bath home

66 New York Ave NW

201 Massachusetts Ave NE, Unit 403

1440 N St NW

1711 Massachusetts Ave NW, Unit 810

1420 N St NW, Unit 513

1300 N St NW
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1711 Massachusetts Ave NW, Unit 404

1701 16th St NW

1420 N St NW

555 Massachusetts Ave NW, Unit 1114

1507 1/2 Church St NW

1711 Massachusetts Ave NW

555 Massachusetts Ave NW, Unit #302

1324 North Capitol St NE
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1420 N St NW, Unit 101

1711 Massachusetts Ave NW, Unit 231
Mount Vernon Square, Washington, DC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Mount Vernon Square?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Vernon Square 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,542 | $2,200 | $5,900 |
| Mount Vernon Square 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,010 | $2,950 | $9,500 |
| Mount Vernon Square 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,151 | $3,335 | $10,000+ |
| Mount Vernon Square 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,831 | $1,110 | $10,000+ |
| Mount Vernon Square 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,195 | $1,195 | $1,195 |
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There are currently 34 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Mount Vernon Square Neighborhood of Washington, DC.
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Cheapest Available Mount Vernon Square Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mount Vernon Square area of Washington, DC is a 1 Bed unit found at R Street Apartments priced from $825. King Towers has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $947. Here are the most affordable Mount Vernon Square apartments for rent in Washington, DC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| R Street Apartments | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| King Towers | Studio | Studio,1BA | $947 |
| Liberty Place | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $1,362 |
| Judd and Weiler | Studio | s02 - The Judd | Studio,1BA | $1,380 |
| 1500 Mass | FPA 456 | Studio,1BA | $1,410 |
| Channing E Phillips Homes | 1 Bedroom Jr. | 1BR,1BA | $1,475 |
| The Gale Eckington | Studio 1 Bath - S2 | Studio,1BA | $1,479 |
| President Adams Building | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
| Rocksboro Apartments | Studio 06 Tier | Studio,1BA | $1,499 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mount Vernon Square, DC
As of March 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mount Vernon Square area is the $2.75 price per square foot H Model at The Ashton at Judiciary Square in the in the Mount Vernon Square neighborhood starting from $7,459. The second greatest value Mount Vernon Square apartment is the 402 M Street NW Model at 402 M Street NW, Unit Apt C starting at $2,499 with a $2.27 price per square foot in the Mount Vernon Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mount Vernon Square apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ashton at Judiciary Square | H | 3BR,2BA | $2.75 |
| 402 M Street NW, Unit Apt C | 402 M Street NW | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| 84 Q St NW, Unit #B | 84 Q St NW | 2BR,2BA | $2.50 |
| The Lansburgh | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $3.04 |
| Carmel Plaza | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.05 |
| 75 Florida Ave NW, Unit 1 | 75 Florida Ave NW | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.41 |
| Tribeca NOMA | A1T | 1BR,1BA | $3.12 |
| The Gale Eckington | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath + Den - AD3 Affordable 80% | 1BR,1BA | $3.05 |
| 801 R Street Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.87 |
| Channing E Phillips Homes | 1 Bedroom Jr. | 1BR,1BA | $3.09 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Mount Vernon Square
What type of rentals are currently available in Mount Vernon Square?
There are currently 649 Apartments for Rent in Mount Vernon Square, DC with pricing that ranges from $720 to $16,469. There are also 222 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Mount Vernon Square ranging from $883 to $17,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Mount Vernon Square?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Mount Vernon Square ranges from $883 to $17,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,588.
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