
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mount Vernon Triangle Neighborhood of Washington, DC from $1,000 (22 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Mount Vernon Triangle area of Washington.


440 L St NW, Unit The L at City Vista

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Gables City Vista

777 7th St NW, Unit 412

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Mass Court

Crosby

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1011 4th St NW, Unit SI FL4-ID334
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809 6th St NW

Carmel Plaza

777 7th St NW

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Alta 801

Lydian

440 L St NW, Unit 302

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1011 4th St NW, Unit SI FL5-ID382
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Cantata

555 Massachusetts Ave NW, Unit 706

Common Bowman (Furnished Rooms)

The Golden Rule Plaza

Liberty Place

777 7th St NW, Unit 1003

460 New York Ave NW, Unit 405
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475 K St NE
Mount Vernon Triangle, Washington, DC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mount Vernon Triangle?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Vernon Triangle Studio Apartments | $2,464 | $1,800 | $7,759 |
| Mount Vernon Triangle 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,091 | $1,725 | $10,000+ |
| Mount Vernon Triangle 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,184 | $2,600 | $10,000+ |
| Mount Vernon Triangle 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,358 | $5,500 | $7,074 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 22 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Mount Vernon Triangle Neighborhood of Washington, DC.
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Cheapest Available Mount Vernon Triangle Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mount Vernon Triangle area of Washington, DC is a 1 Bed unit found at Liberty Place priced from $1,446. The Aspen has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,800. Here are the most affordable Mount Vernon Triangle apartments for rent in Washington, DC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty Place | 1BR A | 1BR,1BA | $1,446 |
| The Aspen | Studio One Bath (401 SF) | Studio,1BA | $1,800 |
| Gables City Vista | S03 | Studio,1BA | $1,854 |
| Cortland Mount Vernon | S1 - Renovated | Studio,1BA | $2,008 |
| Carmel Plaza | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,085 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mount Vernon Triangle, DC
As of June 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mount Vernon Triangle area is the $3.32 price per square foot 2 Beds, 2 Baths Model at 1130-1132 NW 5th St in the in the Mount Vernon Square neighborhood starting from $3,750. The second greatest value Mount Vernon Triangle apartment is the 817 6th St NW Model at 817 6th St NW, Unit B starting at $3,000 with a $2.73 price per square foot in the Mount Vernon Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mount Vernon Triangle apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1130-1132 NW 5th St | 2 Beds, 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $3.32 |
| 817 6th St NW, Unit B | 817 6th St NW | 2BR,2BA | $2.73 |
| 402 M Street NW, Unit Apt C | 402 M Street NW | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| Lyric 440 | TWO BEDROOMS P | 2BR,2BA | $3.82 |
| Carmel Plaza | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.05 |
| The Esquire on Fifth | 1 Bed/1 Bath PH-A5P-Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $3.82 |
| Mass Court | Alban I | 1BR,1BA | $3.59 |
| Cortland Mount Vernon | S4 - Renovated | Studio ,1BA | $3.44 |
| Liberty Place | 1BR B | 1BR,1BA | $3.73 |
| Gables City Vista | S03 | Studio ,1BA | $3.44 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mount Vernon Triangle Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Mount Vernon Triangle?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Mount Vernon Triangle is under $2,421.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Mount Vernon Triangle?
The cheapest apartment in Mount Vernon Triangle is Liberty Place which is listed at $1,446, while the average apartment in Mount Vernon Triangle costs $6,500.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Mount Vernon Triangle?
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 4 regular apartments in Mount Vernon Triangle 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 Mount Vernon Triangle?
Cheap apartments in Mount Vernon Triangle have an average cost of $267 which is $6,233 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Mount Vernon Triangle.
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