Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Washington Neighborhood of Washington, DC (389 Rentals)

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Annex on 12th
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$2,120 - $13,564
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Annex on 12th

300 12th St SWWashington, DC 20024
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Vermeer
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$3,402 - $20,547
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Vermeer

113 Potomac Ave SWWashington, DC 20024
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Illume
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$1,952 - $7,727
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Illume

853 New Jersey Ave SEWashington, DC 20003
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The Westerly
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$2,499 - $5,360
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The Westerly

350 Maple Dr SWWashington, DC 20024
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Crossing DC
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$1,885 - $9,646
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Crossing DC

949 First St SEWashington, DC 20003
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Modern on M
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$1,698 - $6,163
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Modern on M

465 M St SWWashington, DC 20024
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The Kelvin
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$1,824 - $8,068
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The Kelvin

1250 Half St SEWashington, DC 20003
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The Banks
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$2,065 - $8,863
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The Banks

900 7th St SWWashington, DC 20024
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Gallery 64
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$2,131 - $8,287
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Gallery 64

64 H St SWWashington, DC 20024
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Ore 82
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$2,112 - $16,806
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Ore 82

82 I St SEWashington, DC 20003
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Onyx on First
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$1,712 - $3,431
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Onyx on First

1100 1st St SEWashington, DC 20003
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Venture on I
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$1,925 - $3,024
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Venture on I

60 I St SWWashington, DC 20024
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Insignia On M
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$2,019 - $4,074
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Insignia On M

1111 New Jersey Ave SEWashington, DC 20003
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Parc Riverside
$1,573 - $5,378
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Parc Riverside

1011 1st St SEWashington, DC 20003
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The Byron
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$1,854 - $7,516
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The Byron

101 V St SWWashington, DC 20024
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Everly
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$1,990 - $5,807
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Everly

2000 2nd St SWWashington, DC 20024
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NOVEL South Capitol
$1,989 - $7,903
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NOVEL South Capitol

2 I St SEWashington, DC 20003
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Colette
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$1,220 - $8,571
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Colette

2099 1st St SWWashington, DC 20024
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555
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$1,246 - $5,304
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555

555 E St SWWashington, DC 20024
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$1,725

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Aug 1

1425 4th St SW

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$1,825

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1425 4th St SW

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409 Constitution Ave NE
$3,000 - $4,200
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartment Available Aug 1

409 Constitution Ave NE

409 Constitution Ave NEWashington, DC 20002
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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Southwest Washington, Washington, DC

Ranked #21

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Washington. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and proximity to parks, pet-friendly features, family-friendly amenities, proximity to transit, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Family-Friendly Rating

Renting for your family? Amongst all of the communities in Washington, Southwest Washington has emerged as one of our preferred submarkets for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly neighborhoods have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. Family Friendly communities provide resources like parks, trails and recreation, and access to the best education.

Outdoors Rating

We think living with parks and outdoor amenities is a must-have. This residential area is a highly-rated residential area for having the outdoors, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Luxury Living Rating

This residential neighborhood has come to be one of the finest luxury neighborhoods in town, with a score of 3.5 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like saunas, pools, sport courts, maid services, and amenities like granite countertops, range hoods, and high-end appliances. Luxury submarkets also often offer hardwood floors and fireplaces, sports like tennis and raquetball, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.

Pet Friendly Rating

This area is one of the best-regarded neighborhoods for renting with pets, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about Southwest Washington

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Southwest Washington area of Washington, DC?

As of today, July 26, 2026, there are currently 389 available Southwest Washington apartments priced from $1,220 to $16,806, with an average monthly rent of $2,756.

How much are Studio apartments in Southwest Washington?

There are currently 133 Studio Apartments in Southwest Washington with rent ranges from $1,246 to $7,197 with an average price of $2,017.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Southwest Washington Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Southwest Washington ranges from $1,323 to $9,547 with an average monthly rent of $2,600.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Southwest Washington cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Southwest Washington range from $1,676 to $16,806. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,863.

How expensive are Southwest Washington Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 42 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Southwest Washington on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,526 to $10,971 - averaging $4,483 for the location.

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