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Navy Yard, Washington, DC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Navy Yard Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Navy Yard area of Washington, DC is a Studio unit found at Capitol Park Tower priced from $1,461. Watermark at Buzzard Point has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,601. Here are the most affordable Navy Yard apartments for rent in Washington, DC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Capitol Park TowerStudioStudio,1BA$1,461
Watermark at Buzzard PointS4Studio,1BA$1,601
VergeS2AStudio,1BA$1,625
RiverpointSTA3Studio,1BA$1,630
Alula at Bridge DistrictStudio - Alula - E04Studio,1BA$1,644
215 C Street ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,663
Harlow Navy YardHepburn3A1BR,1BA$1,668
The Bixby11MXJL1BR,1BA$1,676

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Navy Yard, DC

As of December 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Navy Yard area is the $3.14 price per square foot Two Bedroom One Bath - Leo Model at Lex and Leo at Waterfront Station in the in the Mall neighborhood starting from $2,735. The second greatest value Navy Yard apartment is the Jr. Two Bedroom Model at Valo Apartments starting at $2,660 with a $3.06 price per square foot in the Southwest Washington neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Navy Yard apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Lex and Leo at Waterfront StationTwo Bedroom One Bath - Leo2BR,1BA$3.14
Valo ApartmentsJr. Two Bedroom2BR,2BA$3.06
Harlow Navy YardHayworth A2BR,2BA$3.12
215 5th St SE, Unit 1215 5th St SE1BR,1BA$3.16
329 E St SE, Unit 1329 E St SE2BR,1BA$3.03
909909- A21BR,1BA$2.80
134 13th St SE, Unit lower level134 13th St SE1BR,1BA$2.42
1411 Ridge Pl SE, Unit 21411 Ridge Pl SE1BR,1BA$2.33
1367 K St SE1367 K St SE1BR,1BA$3.09
Capitol Park TowerStudioStudio ,1BA$3.04

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com is happy to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across District of Columbia including Navy Yard, Washington, and the greater Washington area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, apartment complexes for the kids, walking, and biking. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Navy Yard Neighborhood in Washington, DC

Walk Score®

91 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

95 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

74 / 100

Excellent Transit

Transit is convenient for most trips

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Navy Yard Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Navy Yard?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Navy Yard is at Capitol Park Tower listed at $1,461.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Navy Yard Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Navy Yard Apartment is $1,668 at Harlow Navy Yard.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Navy Yard Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Navy Yard is starting from $2,132 at Maple View Flats.

What is the most affordable Navy Yard Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Navy Yard Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Lockwood and starts from $5,122.

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