
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in the Penn Quarter Neighborhood of Washington, DC (22 Rentals)
Rental terms in the Penn Quarter area of Washington as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


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Alula at Bridge District

6 Months, 24 Months
The Garrett

5 Months, 15 Months
Arcade Sunshine

12 Months
Waterside Towers

3 Months, 14 Months
1301 Thomas Circle

3 Months, 15 Months
Capitol View on 14th
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3 Months, 14 Months
Andover House

3 Months, 14 Months
View 14

6 Months, 9 Months, 12 Months
Zen Apollo

6 Months, 15 Months
Highbridge

3 Months, 6 Months, 9 Months, 12 Months
Capital Plaza Apartments

12 Months, 18 Months
The Phoenix Apartments

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77H
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City Market at O

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400 8th St NW, Unit SI FL11-ID1231

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801 F St NW, Unit SI ID1013803P

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801 F St NW, Unit SI ID1013807P

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400 8th St NW, Unit SI FL5-ID577

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444 8th St NW, Unit SI FL12-ID423

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Cortland Pentagon City
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Cortland at National Landing
Penn Quarter, Washington, DC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Penn Quarter?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penn Quarter Studio Apartments | $2,199 | $1,381 | $8,176 |
| Penn Quarter 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,052 | $1,442 | $10,000+ |
| Penn Quarter 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,471 | $1,887 | $10,000+ |
| Penn Quarter 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,801 | $2,100 | $10,000+ |
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Pet Friendly LifestylePenn Quarter, Washington, DC
Ranked #38
Among cities in District of Columbia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term Penn Quarter Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Penn Quarter?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Penn Quarter is at Capital Plaza Apartments listed at $1,475.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Penn Quarter Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Penn Quarter is $3,997.
What is the largest Short-term Penn Quarter Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Penn Quarter is a 6,315 square feet unit starting from $1,595 at Zen Apollo.
What is the average size for Penn Quarter Short-term Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Short-term rental in Penn Quarter is currently at 456 sq ft.
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