Room in Shared 7 bed/3.5 bath home in Southwest Waterfront, Unit C
511 G St SW
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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest DC Neighborhood of Washington, DC from $1,134 (61 Rentals)
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Room in Shared 7 bed/3.5 bath home in Southwest Waterfront, Unit B
511 G St SW
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Room in Shared 7 bed/3.5 bath home in Southwest Waterfront, Unit G
511 G St SW
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Room in Shared 7 bed/4 bath home in Southwest Waterfront, Unit F
600 7th St SW
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Room in Shared 7 bed/4 bath home in Southwest Waterfront, Unit A
600 7th St SW
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$1,246 - $3,734
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555
555 E St SWWashington, DC 20024
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$1,323 - $1,6761 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
MDL Flats
1550 First St SWWashington, DC 20024
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$1,350 - $2,200Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Channel Square Apartments
325 P St SWWashington, DC 20024
Room in Shared 7 bed/4 bath home in Southwest Waterfront, Unit C
600 7th St SW
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$1,495 - $5,617
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Watermark at Buzzard Point
1900 Half St SWWashington, DC 20002
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$1,511 - $4,556Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Lex at Waterfront
1151-1551 4th St SWWashington, DC 20024
Room in Shared 7 bed/4 bath home in Southwest Waterfront, Unit G
600 7th St SW
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$1,616 - $4,193
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Modern on M
465 M St SWWashington, DC 20024
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$1,723 - $7,585Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Riverpoint
2121 1st St SWWashington, DC 20024
1425 4th St SW
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1425 4th St SW, Unit 317
1425 4th St SW
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1425 4th St SW
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$1,739 - $6,749Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
J.COOPERS ROW
1319 S Capitol St SWWashington, DC 20003
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$1,744 - $3,581Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Capitol Park Plaza and Twins
201 I St SWWashington, DC 20024
800 4th St SW, Unit S323
800 4th St SW
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240 M St SW, Unit 208E
240 M St SW
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430 M St SW
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$1,799 - $2,399Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Reflections at the Wharf
1001 3rd St SWWashington, DC 20024
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$1,800 - $3,746Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Waterside Towers
907 6th St SWWashington, DC 20024
1211 Van St SE
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1425 4th St SW
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1425 4th St SW
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800 4th St SW
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350 G St SW, Unit 626
350 G St SW
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1301 Delaware Ave SW, Unit RiverPark
1301 Delaware Ave SW
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$1,903 - $3,002
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Venture on I
60 I St SWWashington, DC 20024
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$1,951 - $8,871
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Gallery 64
64 H St SWWashington, DC 20024
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$1,971 - $10,474
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The Byron
101 V St SWWashington, DC 20024
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$1,994 - $4,365Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Leo at Waterfront
1150 4th St SWWashington, DC 20024
800 4th St SW, Unit N117
800 4th St SW
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1425 4th St SW, Unit A402
1425 4th St SW
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$2,009 - $5,064Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Valo Apartments
222 M St SWWashington, DC 20024
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$2,010 - $4,014Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Artline Apartments
301 M St SWWashington, DC 20024
800 4th St SW, Unit N117
800 4th St SW
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$2,076 - $6,256Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Kiley
600 4th St SWWashington, DC 20024
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$2,087 - $21,270
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Vermeer
113 Potomac Ave SWWashington, DC 20024
520 N St SW
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240 M St SW, Unit 202
240 M St SW
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88 V St SW
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1211 Van St SE
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MDXL Flats
1530 1st St SWWashington, DC 20024
115 E St
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Capitol Park Tower
301 G St NWWashington, DC 20024
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Charming 1BR/1BA in Southwest DC - 119 P St SW
117-119 P St SWWashington, DC 20024
1435 4th St SW, Unit B602
1435 4th St SW
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Southwest DC, Washington, DC Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southwest DC?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest DC Studio Apartments | $2,018 | $1,246 | $2,772 |
| Southwest DC 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,647 | $1,323 | $10,000+ |
| Southwest DC 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,690 | $1,676 | $10,000+ |
| Southwest DC 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,448 | $1,505 | $10,000+ |
| Southwest DC 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,460 | $1,245 | $1,755 |
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Cheapest Available Southwest DC Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southwest DC area of Washington, DC is a Studio unit found at 555 priced from $1,246. MDL Flats has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,323. Here are the most affordable Southwest DC apartments for rent in Washington, DC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 555 | Senior Housing S2 | Studio,1BA | $1,246 |
| MDL Flats | A7 | 1BR,1BA | $1,323 |
| Channel Square Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| The Channel | Studio AC-0A60 | Studio,1BA | $1,441 |
| The Lex at Waterfront | Affordable Studio ADU-Lex | Studio,1BA | $1,511 |
| Modern on M | Studio-S06 Classic | Studio,1BA | $1,616 |
| Riverpoint | STA3 | Studio,1BA | $1,723 |
| Capitol Park Plaza and Twins | Studio 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,744 |
| Reflections at the Wharf | X14-S | Studio,1BA | $1,799 |
| Waterside Towers | Tower (1 Bedroom) | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest DC, DC
As of September 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southwest DC area is the $2.03 price per square foot 1 Bedroom - 2 Bath Model at The 1201 Apartments in the in the Crystal City neighborhood starting from $2,425. The second greatest value Southwest DC apartment is the B3B Model at Verge starting at $3,316 with a $2.83 price per square foot in the Southwest Washington neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwest DC apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The 1201 Apartments | 1 Bedroom - 2 Bath | 1BR,2BA | $2.03 |
| Verge | B3B | 2BR,2BA | $2.83 |
| The Kiley | Fountain | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.13 |
| J.COOPERS ROW | CB02 | 2BR,2BA | $3.51 |
| Crystal Square | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath 916 SF A6G | 1BR,1BA | $2.94 |
| Waterside Towers | Garden (2 Bedroom Duplex) | 2BR,1BA | $2.92 |
| 220 Twentieth Street | 1 Bed - 1 Bath | A02 | 1BR,1BA | $3.34 |
| Cortland on South Eads | Jefferson - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $3.27 |
| Crystal City Lofts | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath 697 SF A15B | 1BR,1BA | $3.27 |
| Leo at Waterfront | One Bedroom - Leo | 1BR,1BA | $3.31 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southwest DC Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Southwest DC?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Southwest DC is at 555 listed at $1,246.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwest DC Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwest DC Apartment is $1,323 at MDL Flats.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Southwest DC Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southwest DC is starting from $1,950 at The 1201 Apartments.
What is the most affordable Southwest DC Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Southwest DC Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Valen and starts from $5,010.
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