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555
555 E St SWWashington, DC 20024
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Reflections at the Wharf
1001 3rd St SWWashington, DC 20024
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Watermark at Buzzard Point
1900 Half St SWWashington, DC 20002
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Capitol Park Plaza and Twins
201 I St SWWashington, DC 20024
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Leo at Waterfront
1150 4th St SWWashington, DC 20024
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Capitol Park Tower
301 G St SWWashington, DC 20024
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J.COOPERS ROW
1319 S Capitol St SWWashington, DC 20003
2121 1st St SW
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Onyx on First
1100 1st St SEWashington, DC 20003
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The Lex at Waterfront
1151-1551 4th St SWWashington, DC 20024
1301 Delaware Ave SW
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1425 4th St SW
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$1,656 - $4,989
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1221 Van
1221 Van St SEWashington, DC 20003
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Modern on M
465 M St SWWashington, DC 20024
355 I St SW
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Ore 82
82 I St SEWashington, DC 20003
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Parc Riverside
1011 1st St SEWashington, DC 20003
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$1,723 - $3,480
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Venture on I
60 I St SWWashington, DC 20024
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F1RST Residences
1263 First St SEWashington, DC 20003
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Illume
853 New Jersey Ave SEWashington, DC 20003
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The Kiley
600 4th St SWWashington, DC 20024
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Riverpoint
2121 1st St SWWashington, DC 20024
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Valo Apartments
222 M St SWWashington, DC 20024
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Seventy1Hundred Capitol Yards
70 I St SEWashington, DC 20003
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Gallery 64
64 H St SWWashington, DC 20024
102 O St SW
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800 4th St SW, Unit N725
800 4th St SWWashington, DC 20024
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70 I St SE
70 I St SEWashington, DC 20003
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The Garrett
150 I St SEWashington, DC 20003
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The Westerly
350 Maple Dr SWWashington, DC 20024
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Maren
71 Potomac Ave SEWashington, DC 20003
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41 L St SEWashington, DC 20003
1101 3rd St SW
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The Byron
101 V St SWWashington, DC 20024
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Artline Apartments
301 M St SWWashington, DC 20024
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6 O St SW, Unit 1
6 O St SWWashington, DC 20024
101 North Carolina Ave SE
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Navy Yard Urby
1331 Yards Pl SEWashington, DC 20003
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800 4th St SW, Unit Apt. S417
800 4th St SWWashington, DC 20024
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Annex on 12th
300 12th St SWWashington, DC 20024
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Waterside Towers
907 6th St SWWashington, DC 20024
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Crossing DC
949 First St SEWashington, DC 20003
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949 1st St SE
949 1st St SEWashington, DC 20003
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Eliot on 4th
1001 4th St SWWashington, DC 20024
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Hill House
110 D St SEWashington, DC 20003
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Channel Square Apartments
325 P St SWWashington, DC 20024
1025 1st St SE
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1530 1st St SWWashington, DC 20024
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Southwest Waterfront, Washington, DC Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southwest Waterfront?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Waterfront Studio Apartments | $1,955 | $1,246 | $3,640 |
| Southwest Waterfront 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,496 | $1,200 | $6,387 |
| Southwest Waterfront 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,790 | $2,049 | $8,571 |
| Southwest Waterfront 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,852 | $1,501 | $10,000+ |
| Southwest Waterfront 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,593 | $1,256 | $2,436 |
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Cheapest Available Southwest Waterfront Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southwest Waterfront area of Washington, DC is a Studio unit found at 555 priced from $1,246. Reflections at the Wharf has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,399. Here are the most affordable Southwest Waterfront apartments for rent in Washington, DC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 555 | Senior Housing S2 | Studio,1BA | $1,246 |
| Reflections at the Wharf | X05-S | Studio,1BA | $1,399 |
| Capitol Park Plaza and Twins | Studio 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,435 |
| Capitol Park Tower | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,520 |
| Watermark at Buzzard Point | S4 | Studio,1BA | $1,545 |
| The Channel | Studio-C-OC | Studio,1BA | $1,568 |
| Onyx on First | S2 | Studio,1BA | $1,620 |
| The Kelvin | Studio-HS1 | Studio,1BA | $1,634 |
| 1221 Van | Studio | S03 | Studio,1BA | $1,656 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Waterfront, DC
As of March 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southwest Waterfront area is the $2.99 price per square foot Tower (2 Bedroom Corner) Model at Waterside Towers in the in the Mall neighborhood starting from $3,586. The second greatest value Southwest Waterfront apartment is the B8 Model at Onyx on First starting at $2,940 with a $3.70 price per square foot in the Southwest Washington neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwest Waterfront apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Waterside Towers | Tower (2 Bedroom Corner) | 2BR,2BA | $2.99 |
| Onyx on First | B8 | 2BR,2BA | $3.70 |
| 909 | 909- A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.16 |
| Capitol Park Tower | Jr2 BR / 2 BA | 2BR,2BA | $3.38 |
| 6 O St SW, Unit 1 | 6 O St SW | 1BR,1BA | $2.71 |
| Hill House | Standard Efficency | Studio ,1BA | $3.67 |
| 800 4th St SW, Unit Apt. S417 | 800 4th St SW | 1BR,1BA | $3.36 |
| Parc Riverside | Studio-4E | Studio ,1BA | $3.72 |
| 800 4th St SW, Unit N725 | 800 4th St SW | Studio ,1BA | $3.48 |
| Capitol Park Plaza and Twins | Studio 1 Bath | Studio ,1BA | $2.96 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southwest Waterfront Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Southwest Waterfront?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Southwest Waterfront is at 555 listed at $1,246.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwest Waterfront Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwest Waterfront Apartment is $1,750 at Capitol Park Tower.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Southwest Waterfront Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southwest Waterfront is starting from $2,049 at The Lex at Waterfront.
What is the most affordable Southwest Waterfront Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Southwest Waterfront Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Watermark at Buzzard Point and starts from $5,101.
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