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124 Q St NWWashington, DC 20001
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1205 1/2 7th St NWWashington, DC 20001
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1618 8th St NW, Unit Apt 2
1618 8th St NWWashington, DC 20001
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The Colonel
1250 9th St NWWashington, DC 20001
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930 M St NWWashington, DC 20001
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618 T St NWWashington, DC 20001
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460 L St NWWashington, DC 20001
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1510-1514 7th St NWWashington, DC 20001
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1924 8th St NWWashington, DC 20001
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1011 4th St NWWashington, DC 20001
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1011 4th St NW, Unit SI FL5-ID382
1011 4th St NWWashington, DC 20001
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915 L St NWWashington, DC 20001
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1001 1st St NWWashington, DC 20001
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1050 New Jersey Ave NWWashington, DC 20001
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1514 8th St NWWashington, DC 20001
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1966 9 1/2 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 | $2,161 | $1,570 | $7,759 |
| Shaw 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,990 | $1,450 | $10,000+ |
| Shaw 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,919 | $1,579 | $10,000+ |
| Shaw 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,636 | $1,682 | $9,939 |
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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 801 R Street Apartments priced from $1,450. Hodge on 7th - Senior Living has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,457. Here are the most affordable Shaw apartments for rent in Washington, DC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 801 R Street Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Hodge on 7th - Senior Living | 1 Bed/1 Bath 1.1k - 50% | 1BR,1BA | $1,457 |
| Channing E Phillips Homes | 1 Bedroom Jr. | 1BR,1BA | $1,475 |
| 7th Flats | S4.8 IZ | Studio,1BA | $1,570 |
| Ellington Apartments | 1 Bed - 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| Washington Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,821 |
| Mount Vernon Plaza | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| 875 N St NW | Small Studio 305 | Studio,1BA | $1,950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shaw, DC
As of July 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Shaw area is the $2.73 price per square foot 84 Q St NW Model at 84 Q St NW, Unit Unit #B in the in the Mount Vernon Square neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Shaw apartment is the 2 Bed - 1 Bath Model at Ellington Apartments starting at $2,499 with a $2.50 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. |
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| 84 Q St NW, Unit Unit #B | 84 Q St NW | 2BR,2BA | $2.73 |
| Ellington Apartments | 2 Bed - 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| 902 Westminster St NW | 902 Westminster St NW | 2BR,2BA | $2.63 |
| Mount Vernon Plaza | 2x2 Townhome | 2BR,2BA | $3.49 |
| 124 Q St NW, Unit 4 | 124 Q St NW | 2BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| The Shay | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.97 |
| 801 R Street Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.70 |
| 1618 8th St NW, Unit Apt 2 | 1618 8th St NW | Studio ,1BA | $2.96 |
| Hodge on 7th - Senior Living | 1 Bed/1 Bath 1.1q - 60% | 1BR,1BA | $2.99 |
| Channing E Phillips Homes | 1 Bedroom Jr. | 1BR,1BA | $3.09 |
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Best Local Schools in Shaw, Washington, DC
Seaton Elementary School
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Public School - Grades PK-5 (390)
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Benjamin Banneker High School
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Public School - Grades 9-12 (703)
9 out of 10
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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 $1,950.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Shaw?
The cheapest apartment in Shaw is 801 R Street Apartments which is listed at $1,450, while the average apartment in Shaw costs $3,451.
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 43 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 $1,069 which is $2,382 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Shaw.
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