
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Palisades Neighborhood of Washington, DC from $800 (126 Rentals)
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Room in Shared 5 bed/2 bath home in Cleveland Park, Unit E

The Chesapeake

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Sherry Hall

Highview Towers

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4427 Nebraska Ave NW

4000 Massachusetts

The Garfield House

The Chancery Apartments

Park Crest Apartments
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Conwell

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Clarence House

Idaho Terrace

Foxhall Terrace

Tunlaw Courts

The Berkshire Apartments

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Morrisanne Apartments

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The Frontenac

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4514 Albemarle St NW, Unit 1
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3215 O St NW

3459 Macomb St NW

The Palisade Apartments

3459 Macomb St NW

Park MacArthur

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3113 38th St NW, Unit Cathedral Heights

Macomb Gardens

1059 Paper Mill Ct NW

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4471 MacArthur Blvd NW, Unit 103
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2400 41st St NW

4465 MacArthur Blvd NW, Unit 106

Archer Apartments

Alto Towers

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3242 Jones Ct NW

4200 Cathedral Ave NW, Unit 708

3925 Davis Pl NW, Unit B1

4200 Cathedral Ave NW

3051 Idaho Ave NW

4600 Connecticut Ave NW, Unit 717
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3615 38th St NW, Unit Apt#203

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2606 Tunlaw Rd NW, Unit 3

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1636 44th St NW, Unit English Basement

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4471 MacArthur Blvd NW, Unit 102

Brandywine Apartments

4600 Connecticut Ave NW

3618 Warren St NW, Unit A

3801 Calvert St NW

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3628 T St NW, Unit Basement

3024 Wisconsin Ave NW
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Palisades, Washington, DC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Palisades?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palisades Studio Apartments | $2,039 | $1,295 | $10,000+ |
| Palisades 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,667 | $1,033 | $10,000+ |
| Palisades 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,990 | $1,307 | $10,000+ |
| Palisades 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,233 | $3,065 | $10,000+ |
| Palisades 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,945 | $5,000 | $6,890 |
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There are currently 126 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Palisades Neighborhood of Washington, DC.
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Cheapest Available Palisades Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Palisades area of Washington, DC is a 1 Bed unit found at The Larkspur priced from $1,033. Key Boulevard has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,150. Here are the most affordable Palisades apartments for rent in Washington, DC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Larkspur | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,033 |
| Key Boulevard | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
| The Garfield House | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
| The Chancery Apartments | EFF | Studio,1BA | $1,468 |
| 2655 41st St NW | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
| Clarence House | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $1,525 |
| Tunlaw Courts | 2634 08 Tier | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
| The Berkshire Apartments | 0x1 Renovated | Studio,1BA | $1,600 |
| Morrisanne Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,649 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Palisades, DC
As of July 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Palisades area is the $1.97 price per square foot 2x2 Model at 4000 Massachusetts in the in the Spring Valley neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Palisades apartment is the 1 Bedroom - 1 Bath | A02 Model at London Normandy House starting at $2,437 with a $2.03 price per square foot in the Maywood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Palisades apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4000 Massachusetts | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.97 |
| London Normandy House | 1 Bedroom - 1 Bath | A02 | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| Wood Lee Arms | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| 2040 N Vermont St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $2.16 |
| 2224 40th Street | 1BR + Den | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 3113 38th St NW, Unit Cathedral Heights | 3113 38th St NW | 1BR,1BA | $2.19 |
| 4427 Nebraska Ave NW | 4427 Nebraska Ave NW | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| The Palisade Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| Spring Valley Apartments | Share 2 BR | 1BR,1BA | $2.09 |
| The Larkspur | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
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Pet Friendly LifestylePalisades, Washington, DC
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Among cities in District of Columbia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Palisades, Washington, DC
Key Elementary School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Palisades Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Palisades?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Palisades is at Key Boulevard listed at $1,150.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Palisades Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Palisades Apartment is $1,033 at The Larkspur.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Palisades Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Palisades is starting from $1,307 at The Larkspur.
What is the most affordable Palisades Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Palisades Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Skyline Towers and starts from $4,795.
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