
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the National Arboretum Neighborhood of Washington, DC from $500 (189 Rentals)
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3315 Dubois Pl SE

319 Anacostia Rd SE

317 Anacostia Rd SE

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The Hecht Warehouse

Solstice - Residential Phase 1

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Hendrix Apartments

Brookland Furnished Rooms

Victory Square Senior Apartments

1014 48th Pl NE
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Jetu

145 36th St NE

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3217 Dubois Pl SE, Unit 1

136 Kenilworth Avenue Northeast

3202 East Capitol St NE

3304.5 E Capitol St SE

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4923 Brooks St NE, Unit 1

3314 East Capitol St NE

4811 Minnesota Ave NE
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429 Burbank St SE

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4253 Brooks St NE

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324 34th St SE

1150 51st St NE

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301 Anacostia Rd SE

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4520 Eads St NE, Unit 2

1904 W Virginia Ave NE, Unit 201

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The Franklin

Edgewood Commons 435- Senior 62+ Apartment Homes

4945 Sheriff Rd NE

Brookland Manor

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1900 W Virginia Ave NE

1128 16th St NE

1124 16th St NE
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Vesta Parkside

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1722 H St NE, Unit B

1722 H St NE

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1730 Trinidad Ave NE, Unit #3

312 18th Pl NE, Unit 4

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1441 Holbrook St NE, Unit 1

St. Stephens

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Union Heights

4800 C St SE

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613 8th St NE, Unit English Basement
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National Arboretum, Washington, DC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in National Arboretum?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Arboretum Studio Apartments | $1,750 | $1,064 | $2,610 |
| National Arboretum 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,978 | $813 | $4,225 |
| National Arboretum 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,574 | $1,035 | $6,011 |
| National Arboretum 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,613 | $1,670 | $7,750 |
| National Arboretum 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,383 | $2,600 | $6,490 |
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There are currently 189 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the National Arboretum Neighborhood of Washington, DC.
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Cheapest Available National Arboretum Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the National Arboretum area of Washington, DC is a 1 Bed unit found at Birchwood at Newton Green 62+ Community priced from $813. Mayfair Mansions has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $974. Here are the most affordable National Arboretum apartments for rent in Washington, DC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birchwood at Newton Green 62+ Community | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $813 |
| Mayfair Mansions | One Bedroom- 1A | 1BR,1BA | $974 |
| Huntwood Courts | S1A | Studio,1BA | $980 |
| Solstice - Residential Phase 1 | One-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| Hendrix Apartments | Studio IZ | Studio,1BA | $1,064 |
| Victory Square Senior Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,084 |
| Jetu | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,130 |
| River East-Banneker West | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,149 |
| The Carrolton | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in National Arboretum, DC
As of September 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the National Arboretum area is the $1.09 price per square foot 1156 5th St NE Model at 1156 5th St NE, Unit B in the in the Stanton Park neighborhood starting from $1,750. The second greatest value National Arboretum apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 Baths Model at Brentwood Apartments starting at $1,450 with a $1.61 price per square foot in the Historic District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for National Arboretum apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1156 5th St NE, Unit B | 1156 5th St NE | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Brentwood Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Brentwood Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| 3217 Dubois Pl SE, Unit 1 | 3217 Dubois Pl SE | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Anacostia Gardens | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| 116 44th Street NE | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| 3393 BLAINE ST NE | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Birchwood at Newton Green 62+ Community | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Victory Square Senior Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| 4923 Brooks St NE, Unit 1 | 4923 Brooks St NE | Studio ,1BA | $1.71 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap National Arboretum Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in National Arboretum?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in National Arboretum is under $1,150.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in National Arboretum?
The cheapest apartment in National Arboretum is Birchwood at Newton Green 62+ Community which is listed at $813, while the average apartment in National Arboretum costs $2,085.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in National Arboretum?
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 193 regular apartments in National Arboretum 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 National Arboretum?
Cheap apartments in National Arboretum have an average cost of $1,067 which is $1,018 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in National Arboretum.
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