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Southwest DC, Washington, DC Local Guide

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. Verge has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,619. Here are the most affordable Southwest DC apartments for rent in Washington, DC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
555Senior Housing S2Studio,1BA$1,246
VergeS1AStudio,1BA$1,619
Modern on MStudio-S02a ModernStudio,1BA$1,698

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest DC, DC

As of September 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southwest DC area is the $2.89 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Highrise Model at Channel Square Apartments in the in the Southwest Washington neighborhood starting from $2,840. The second greatest value Southwest DC apartment is the 2 Bedrooms A Model at Water Park Towers starting at $3,476 with a $3.64 price per square foot in the Crystal City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwest DC apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Channel Square Apartments3 Bedroom Highrise3BR,1.5BA$2.89
Water Park Towers2 Bedrooms A2BR,2BA$3.64
Lenox ClubThe Wilson II2BR,1BA$3.37
1425 4th St SW, Unit 7121425 4th St SW2BR,2BA$3.58
301 M St NW, Unit 3301 M St NW1BR,1BA$2.87
220 Twentieth Street1 Bed - 1 Bath | A031BR,1BA$3.50
Crystal SquareJunior 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath 757 SF A20G1BR,1BA$3.35
Waterside TowersTower (Efficiency)Studio ,1BA$3.65
The 1201 ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$3.40
Capitol Park Plaza And TwinsStudioStudio ,1BA$3.55

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Southwest Dc, Washington, DC

Ranked #18

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Southwest DC

What type of rentals are currently available in Southwest DC?

There are currently 128 Apartments for Rent in Southwest DC, DC with pricing that ranges from $1,240 to $17,219. There are also 95 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Southwest DC ranging from $980 to $6,050.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Southwest DC?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Southwest DC ranges from $980 to $6,050 with an average monthly rent of $2,862.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Southwest DC?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Southwest DC range from $1,515 to $17,219, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $4,800 to $4,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,245.

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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