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Southeast Washington, Washington, DC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Southeast Washington Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southeast Washington area of Washington, DC is a 1 Bed unit found at Greenwood Manor Apartments priced from $825. Howard Hill has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $910. Here are the most affordable Southeast Washington apartments for rent in Washington, DC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Greenwood Manor Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$825
Howard HillTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$910
Langston ViewsStudioStudio,1BA$950
L'Enfant ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$998
Fairlawn Marshall2 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,072

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southeast Washington, DC

As of September 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southeast Washington area is the $2.17 price per square foot 3 Bed/2 Bath Model at 519 16th St SE in the in the Southeast Washington neighborhood starting from $3,900. The second greatest value Southeast Washington apartment is the 2200 Hunter Pl SE Model at 2200 Hunter Pl SE, Unit 101 starting at $900 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Southeast Washington neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southeast Washington apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
519 16th St SE3 Bed/2 Bath3BR,2BA$2.17
2200 Hunter Pl SE, Unit 1012200 Hunter Pl SE3BR,1BA$1.00
Greenwood Manor Apartments3 Bed, 1.5 Bath3BR,1.5BA$1.86
Matthews Memorial Terrace - 62+ Senior LivingOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.54
Maplewood Apartments2 Bedrooms2BR,1BA$1.75
Howard HillTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.16
Oxford ManorOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.87
1603 28th St SEOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.60
Fairlawn Marshall1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.99
Langston ViewsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.77

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Southeast Washington, Washington, DC

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Among cities in District of Columbia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Southeast Washington

What type of rentals are currently available in Southeast Washington?

There are currently 478 Apartments for Rent in Southeast Washington, DC with pricing that ranges from $800 to $6,421. There are also 100 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Southeast Washington ranging from $850 to $4,895.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Southeast Washington?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Southeast Washington ranges from $850 to $4,895 with an average monthly rent of $2,077.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Washington DC Local Expert's Guide to Top Affordable Neighborhoods for Renters in the DC Metro

Written by: Steve Lilly

I'm Steve, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Washington, DC.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.