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| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest DC Studio Apartments | $2,001 | $1,246 | $3,285 |
| Southwest DC 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,597 | $1,200 | $6,841 |
| Southwest DC 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,950 | $2,049 | $8,571 |
| Southwest DC 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,177 | $1,501 | $10,000+ |
| Southwest DC 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,593 | $1,256 | $2,436 |
There are currently 38 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southwest DC Neighborhood of Washington, DC.
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Enjoy 1.5 Months of Free Base Rent when you Move In by March 15th with a Qualifying Lease Term! *Restrictions May ApplyExpires 03-01-2026
STUDIO UNITS Now $1775 - All Utilities Included! *Rent special includes monthly Rent at $2130 with 2 months free spread out over 12 months. Offer and guidelines are subject to change. Income restrictions may apply. 1 BEDROOM WALK OUT-$2300 Plus 1 MONTH FREE RENT- All Utilities Included! *Rent Concession will be applied after 30 days of occupancy. Offer and guidelines are subject to change. Income restrictions may apply. *Specials valid until 02/28/2026.Expires 03-01-2026
Receive 1 month free + $500 off!Expires 03-01-2026
Up To 2.5 Months Free Plus Waived Amenity Fee & Reduced Deposit on Select Units!* *Must apply within 72 hours of tour and move-in within 45 days. Restrictions apply, see leasing office for details.Expires 03-01-2026
Receive up to 6 weeks free! Ask us how.Expires 03-01-2026
SPECIAL OFFER: 2 MONTHS FREE base rent with move-in to select homes by March 10th. Plus, ask how you can receive 3 months free parking! *Minimum lease terms apply, other costs and fees excluded. Valid on select homes. Contact our Leasing Office today.Expires 03-01-2026
Apply by Feb 28, 2026 for a waived amenity fee and 3 months of free parking on new move-ins. *Restrictions May ApplyExpires 03-01-2026
Up to $500 off move-in costs! [Offer good thru Mar 14, 2026]Expires 03-01-2026
Up To 2.5 Months Free Plus Waived Amenity Fee & Reduced Deposit on Select Units!* *Must apply within 72 hours of tour and move-in within 45 days. Restrictions apply, see leasing office for details.Expires 03-01-2026
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Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in Southwest DC is at Colette listed at $1,196.
The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in Southwest DC is $4,504.
Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in Southwest DC is a 2,850 square feet unit starting from $2,299 at Altaire.
The average size for a Rent Specials rental in Southwest DC is currently at 475 sq ft.
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.
Written by: Steve Lilly
I'm Steve, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Washington, DC.
Written by: Steve Lilly
I'm Steve, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Washington, DC.
Written by: Steve Lilly
I'm Steve, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Washington, D.C.
Written by: Steve Lilly
Greetings from Washington, DC! I'm Stephen, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Washington, and I'd love to give you the inside scoop on a city that many people only think of in terms of visiting, not living in.
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.
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