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Shaw, Washington, DC Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Shaw?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shaw Studio Apartments | $2,488 | $1,520 | $5,260 |
| Shaw 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,876 | $1,475 | $4,715 |
| Shaw 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,537 | $1,725 | $10,000+ |
| Shaw 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,787 | $1,950 | $9,379 |
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Cheapest Available Shaw Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Shaw area of Washington, DC is a Studio unit found at 7th Flats priced from $1,613. Mount Vernon Plaza has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,800. Here are the most affordable Shaw apartments for rent in Washington, DC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7th Flats | S4.8 IZ | Studio,1BA | $1,613 |
| Mount Vernon Plaza | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| 801 R Street Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| Gables City Vista | S04 | Studio,1BA | $1,880 |
| Jefferson Marketplace | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,969 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shaw, DC
As of August 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Shaw area is the $2.73 price per square foot 1541 6th St NW Model at 1541 6th St NW, Unit 1 in the in the Mount Vernon Square neighborhood starting from $5,000. The second greatest value Shaw apartment is the 1804 New Jersey Ave NW Model at 1804 New Jersey Ave NW, Unit 1806 Unit B starting at $3,599 with a $2.40 price per square foot in the Edgewood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Shaw apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1541 6th St NW, Unit 1 | 1541 6th St NW | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.73 |
| 1804 New Jersey Ave NW, Unit 1806 Unit B | 1804 New Jersey Ave NW | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.40 |
| Gables City Vista | B05 | 2BR,2BA | $3.38 |
| 107 Seaton Pl NW, Unit Seaton Pl NW | 107 Seaton Pl NW | 1BR,1BA | $2.39 |
| 1912 9th St NW, Unit 1 | 1912 9th St NW | 3BR,1BA | $3.66 |
| Mount Vernon Plaza | 2x2 Townhome | 2BR,2BA | $3.54 |
| 124 Q St NW, Unit 4 | 124 Q St NW | 2BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| The Shay | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.15 |
| 801 R Street Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.85 |
| 216 Florida Ave NW, Unit 2 | 216 Florida Ave NW | 1BR,1BA | $3.25 |
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Best Local Schools in Shaw, Washington, DC
Seaton Elementary School
District Of Columbia Public Schools
Public School - Grades PK-5 (353)
5 out of 10
Benjamin Banneker High School
District Of Columbia Public Schools
Public School - Grades 9-12 (579)
8 out of 10
Walker-Jones Education Campus
District Of Columbia Public Schools
Public School - Grades PK-8 (337)
5 out of 10
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Getting Around the Shaw Neighborhood in Washington, DC
Walk Score®
96 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
97 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
83 / 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 Shaw Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Shaw?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Shaw is under $2,100.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Shaw?
The cheapest apartment in Shaw is Mount Vernon Plaza which is listed at $1,800, while the average apartment in Shaw costs $6,016.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Shaw?
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 47 regular apartments in Shaw 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 Shaw?
Cheap apartments in Shaw have an average cost of $1,654 which is $4,362 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Shaw.
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