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801 R Street Apartments
1709 8th St NWWashington, DC 20001
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Shaw Neighborhood of Washington, DC from $900 (32 Rentals)
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$1,475 - $2,2231 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Channing E Phillips Homes
1710 7th St NWWashington, DC 20001
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1825 7th St NWWashington, DC 20001
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Gables City Vista
460 L St NWWashington, DC 20001
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The Aspen
1011 4th St NWWashington, DC 20001
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Mount Vernon Plaza
930 M St NWWashington, DC 20001
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Jefferson Marketplace
1510-1514 7th St NWWashington, DC 20001
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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 | $1,986 | $1,580 | $5,754 |
| Shaw 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,566 | $1,400 | $4,473 |
| Shaw 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,238 | $1,579 | $7,976 |
| Shaw 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,501 | $1,682 | $8,411 |
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Cheapest Available Shaw Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Shaw area of Washington, DC is a 1 Bed unit found at Channing E Phillips Homes priced from $1,475. 801 R Street Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,600. Here are the most affordable Shaw apartments for rent in Washington, DC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Channing E Phillips Homes | 1 Bedroom Jr. | 1BR,1BA | $1,475 |
| 801 R Street Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| 7th Flats | S4.8 IZ | Studio,1BA | $1,613 |
| Gables City Vista | S02 | Studio,1BA | $1,680 |
| Mount Vernon Plaza | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| Jefferson Marketplace | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,899 |
| The Aspen | One Bedroom One Bath (520 SF) | 1BR,1BA | $1,942 |
| The Shay | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,040 |
| Washington Apartments* | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 7th Street | 1BR,1BA | $2,178 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shaw, DC
As of November 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Shaw area is the $2.68 price per square foot 1719 4th St NW Model at 1719 4th St NW, Unit 2 in the in the Mount Vernon Square neighborhood starting from $2,950. The second greatest value Shaw apartment is the 1500 10th St NW Model at 1500 10th St NW, Unit 1 starting at $3,650 with a $3.65 price per square foot in the Mount Vernon Square 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. |
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| 1719 4th St NW, Unit 2 | 1719 4th St NW | 3BR,1BA | $2.68 |
| 1500 10th St NW, Unit 1 | 1500 10th St NW | 2BR,2BA | $3.65 |
| OSLOshaw Co-Living Apartments | OSLOshaw Units 1-3 | 3BR,3BA | $1.34 |
| 1425 5th St NW, Unit #1 | 1425 5th St NW | 2BR,1BA | $3.53 |
| Mount Vernon Plaza | 2x2 Townhome | 2BR,2BA | $3.54 |
| Langston | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $3.58 |
| 1873 3rd St NW, Unit A | 1873 3rd St NW | 1BR,1BA | $2.62 |
| 801 R Street Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| Gables City Vista | A04 | 1BR,1BA | $3.18 |
| Channing E Phillips Homes | 1 Bedroom Jr. | 1BR,1BA | $3.09 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleShaw, Washington, DC
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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)
9 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 $2,178.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Shaw?
The cheapest apartment in Shaw is Channing E Phillips Homes which is listed at $1,475, while the average apartment in Shaw costs $6,754.
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 72 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 $2,249 which is $4,505 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Shaw.
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