
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Washington Neighborhood of Washington, DC from $1,000 (84 Rentals)
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Room in Shared 7 bed/3.5 bath home in Southwest Waterfront, Unit E

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555

Room in Shared 7 bed/4 bath home in Southwest Waterfront, Unit A

MDL Flats

Room in Shared 7 bed/4 bath home in Southwest Waterfront, Unit F

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Watermark at Buzzard Point

Room in Shared 7 bed/4 bath home in Southwest Waterfront, Unit G

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320 Constitution Ave NE

1435 4th St SW, Unit B217
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1435 4th St SW

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Parc Riverside

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949 1st St SE, Unit SI FL5-ID733

800 4th St SW, Unit N614

1250 4th St SW

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Harlow Navy Yard

Leo at Waterfront

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Modern on M

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Reflections at the Wharf

1425 4th St SW

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The Kiley

Capitol Park Plaza and Twins

Waterside Towers

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1311 Delaware Ave SW

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1211 Van St SE

1425 4th St SW, Unit 317

1425 4th St SW

1425 4th St SW

1425 4th St SW

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The Westerly

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Gallery 64

800 4th St SW, Unit S117

240 M St SW, Unit Bright 1BR Condo

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The Byron
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Seventy1Hundred Capitol Yards

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Onyx on First

The Garrett

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Crossing DC

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Venture on I

Navy Yard Urby

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70 I St SE, Unit SI FL6-ID879

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Illume

Arris

800 4th St SW, Unit N117
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Southwest Washington, Washington, DC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southwest Washington?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Washington Studio Apartments | $2,018 | $1,246 | $3,317 |
| Southwest Washington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,601 | $1,323 | $9,547 |
| Southwest Washington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,864 | $1,676 | $10,000+ |
| Southwest Washington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,717 | $1,501 | $10,000+ |
| Southwest Washington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,497 | $1,266 | $1,776 |
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There are currently 84 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Southwest Washington Neighborhood of Washington, DC.
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Cheapest Available Southwest Washington Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southwest Washington 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 Washington 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 |
| MDXL Flats | B4 | 2BR,2BA | $1,458 |
| 320 Constitution Ave NE | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
| Parc Riverside | Studio-3E | Studio,1BA | $1,573 |
| Reflections at the Wharf | X14-S | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
| Leo at Waterfront | Affordable 1 Bedroom ADU-Leo | 1BR,1BA | $1,661 |
| Watermark at Buzzard Point | S4 | Studio,1BA | $1,668 |
| John Jay Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Washington, DC
As of July 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southwest Washington area is the $3.51 price per square foot 2J Renovation 2 Model at Foundry Lofts in the in the Southwest Washington neighborhood starting from $4,437. The second greatest value Southwest Washington apartment is the Flynn 3 Model at Harlow Navy Yard starting at $3,612 with a $3.23 price per square foot in the Southwest Washington neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwest Washington apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foundry Lofts | 2J Renovation 2 | 2BR,2.5BA | $3.51 |
| Harlow Navy Yard | Flynn 3 | 2BR,2.5BA | $3.23 |
| MDXL Flats | B4 | 2BR,2BA | $1.45 |
| Waterside Towers | Garden (2 Bedroom Outside) | 2BR,1BA | $2.78 |
| 309 Constitution Ave NE, Unit Top Floor #3 | 309 Constitution Ave NE | 2BR,1BA | $2.63 |
| 909 | 909- A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.23 |
| Ore 82 | One Bedroom One Bath (590 SF) | 1BR,1BA | $3.58 |
| Leo at Waterfront | Affordable 1 Bedroom ADU-Leo | 1BR,1BA | $2.90 |
| Channel Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom Townhome | 1BR,1BA | $3.54 |
| 320 Constitution Ave NE | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.32 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouthwest Washington, Washington, DC
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Among cities in District of Columbia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southwest Washington Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Southwest Washington?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Southwest Washington is at 555 listed at $1,246.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwest Washington Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwest Washington Apartment is $1,323 at MDL Flats.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Southwest Washington Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southwest Washington is starting from $1,458 at MDXL Flats.
What is the most affordable Southwest Washington Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Southwest Washington Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Illume and starts from $5,158.
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