Cheap Homes for Rent in the Southwest Washington Neighborhood of Washington, DC from $1,200 (30 Rentals)

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property at 1435 4th St SW

$1,500

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$1,500
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$1,500

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1435 4th St SW, Unit B217

1435 4th St SW
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property at 800 4th St SW

$1,595 - $3,200

Studio To 2 Bedroom Rentals

Available Now

800 4th St SW

WashingtonDC20024

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property at 800 4th St SW

$1,650

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$1,650
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$1,650

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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800 4th St SW, Unit S525

800 4th St SW
WashingtonDC20024
property at 1425 4th St SW

$1,725

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Aug 1

1425 4th St SW

WashingtonDC20024
property at 1435 4th St SW

$1,750

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$1,750
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$1,750

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1435 4th St SW, Unit B602

1435 4th St SW
WashingtonDC20024

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property at 1425 4th St SW

$1,825

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Aug 1

1425 4th St SW

WashingtonDC20024
property at 240 M St SW

$1,850

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$1,850
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$1,850

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jul 29

240 M St SW, Unit Bright 1BR Condo

240 M St SW
WashingtonDC20024

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property at 1211 Van St SE

$1,900

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$1,900
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$1,900

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1211 Van St SE, Unit 602

1211 Van St SE
WashingtonDC20003
property at 800 4th St SW

$1,950

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$1,950
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$1,950

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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800 4th St SW, Unit N117

800 4th St SW
WashingtonDC20024

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property at 318 North Carolina Ave SE

$2,000

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$2,000
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$2,000

Studio, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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318 North Carolina Ave SE

WashingtonDC20003
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Southwest Washington, Washington, DC Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
555Senior Housing S2Studio,1BA$1,246
MDL FlatsA71BR,1BA$1,323
320 Constitution Ave NEStudioStudio,1BA$1,495
Parc RiversideStudio-3EStudio,1BA$1,573
Reflections at the WharfX05-SStudio,1BA$1,649
Watermark at Buzzard PointS4Studio,1BA$1,668
Capitol Park Plaza and TwinsStudio 1 BathStudio,1BA$1,744
Waterside TowersGarden (1 Bedroom Inside)1BR,1BA$1,748
Channel Square Apartments1 Bedroom Highrise1BR,1BA$1,750
Modern on MStudio-S06 ClassicStudio,1BA$1,751

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Washington, DC

As of July 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southwest Washington area is the $3.50 price per square foot 2J Renovation 2 Model at Foundry Lofts in the in the Southwest Washington neighborhood starting from $4,425. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Foundry Lofts2J Renovation 22BR,2.5BA$3.50
Harlow Navy YardFlynn 32BR,2.5BA$3.23
Waterside TowersGarden (2 Bedroom Outside)2BR,1BA$2.78
309 Constitution Ave NE, Unit Top Floor #3309 Constitution Ave NE2BR,1BA$2.63
909909- A11BR,1BA$3.11
Parc Riverside1 Bed/1 Bath-2E1BR,1BA$3.62
Ore 82One Bedroom One Bath (631 SF)1BR,1BA$3.59
Channel Square Apartments1 Bedroom Townhome1BR,1BA$3.54
Capitol Park Plaza and TwinsStudio 1 BathStudio ,1BA$3.60
320 Constitution Ave NEStudioStudio ,1BA$3.32

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Rent Smart in Washington DC: Best Neighborhoods to Rent for University Students

Discover the top neighborhoods for university students to rent in Washington D.C. Find affordable, convenient, and vibrant areas near major campuses on ApartmentHomeLiving.com.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Southwest Washington, Washington, DC

Ranked #21

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Southwest Washington

What type of rentals are currently available in Southwest Washington?

There are currently 227 Apartments for Rent in Southwest Washington, DC with pricing that ranges from $1,220 to $16,806. There are also 162 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Southwest Washington ranging from $1,225 to $6,500.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Southwest Washington ranges from $1,225 to $6,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,360.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Southwest Washington range from $1,526 to $10,971, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $4,850 to $6,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,650 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,266.

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