Cheap Homes for Rent in Northwest Washington Neighborhood of Washington, DC from $1,600 (20 Rentals)

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Cheapest Available Northwest Washington Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northwest Washington area of Washington, DC is a Studio unit found at 2745-49 Ordway Street priced from $1,350. 4107 Connecticut Avenue has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,399. Here are the most affordable Northwest Washington apartments for rent in Washington, DC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
2745-49 Ordway StreetStudioStudio,1BA$1,350
4107 Connecticut AvenueEfficiencyStudio,1BA$1,399
The Rodman ApartmentsStudio 07 TierStudio,1BA$1,499
Sarahs CircleStudio F1Studio,1BA$1,517
Quebec House ApartmentsStudio AStudio,1BA$1,526

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northwest Washington, DC

As of June 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Northwest Washington area is the $2.63 price per square foot 2 Bed-2 Bath -1140 Model at Brandywine Apartments in the in the Northwest Washington neighborhood starting from $2,995. The second greatest value Northwest Washington apartment is the 2 Bedroom - 06 Tier Model at Connecticut House Apartments starting at $2,999 with a $2.72 price per square foot in the Northwest Washington neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northwest Washington apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Brandywine Apartments2 Bed-2 Bath -11402BR,2BA$2.63
Connecticut House Apartments2 Bedroom - 06 Tier2BR,2BA$2.72
Clarence House2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath A 02 & 03 Tier2BR,1.5BA$2.57
3345 18th St NW, Unit 1013345 18th St NW1BR,1BA$3.09
3003 Van Ness1 Bedroom S1BR,1BA$2.44
3113 38th St NW, Unit Cathedral Heights3113 38th St NW1BR,1BA$1.94
2724-40 Porter StreetOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.17
Harvard VillageThe Bella1BR,1BA$3.00
3210 17th St NW, Unit B13210 17th St NW1BR,1BA$3.01
Lanier ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.75

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Frequently Asked Questions about Northwest Washington

What type of rentals are currently available in Northwest Washington?

There are currently 261 Apartments for Rent in Northwest Washington, DC with pricing that ranges from $1,275 to $23,160. There are also 43 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Northwest Washington ranging from $1,600 to $20,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Northwest Washington?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Northwest Washington ranges from $1,600 to $20,000 with an average monthly rent of $6,611.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Northwest Washington?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Northwest Washington range from $3,800 to $23,160, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $4,500 to $6,950. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $5,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,275.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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