
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest/Navy Yard Neighborhood of Washington, DC from $400 (132 Rentals)
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Greenwood Manor Apartments

Linwood Apartments

Room in Shared 7 bed/3.5 bath home, Unit G

Room in Shared 7 bed/3.5 bath home, Unit F

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

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555

Bowen Flats

1422 W St SE

Room in Shared 7 bed/3.5 bath home, Unit E
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MDL Flats

Room in Shared 4 bed/1.5 bath home, Unit 2B

Room in Shared 3 bed/2 bath home, Unit 2B

Channel Square Apartments

Room in Shared 4 bed/1.5 bath home, Unit 1B

Cedar Heights

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Watermark at Buzzard Point

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1411 Ridge Pl SE, Unit 2

1733 Minnesota Ave SE

Room in Shared 7 bed/4 bath home, Unit G
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Room in Shared 4 bed/1.5 bath home, Unit 2A

Room in Shared 7 bed/4 bath home, Unit C

1630 16th St SE

Room in Shared 7 bed/3.5 bath home, Unit A

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1411 Ridge Pl SE, Unit 4

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Washington View

1434 A St SE

1435 4th St SW

Leo at Waterfront

Room in Shared 3 bed/2 bath home, Unit GA
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1435 4th St SW, Unit B217

Reflections at the Wharf

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816 Potomac Ave SE, Unit SI FL1-ID1154

1513 Massachusetts Ave SE

Harlow Navy Yard

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Parc Riverside

1204 Talbert St SE

1250 4th St SW

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Onyx on First

350 G St SW, Unit N123
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800 4th St SW, Unit S503

West Half

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John Jay Apartments

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The Byron

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Modern on M

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Seventy1Hundred Capitol Yards

1627 MASSACHUSETTS AVE SE, Unit 203

Riverpoint

Capitol Park Plaza and Twins

Bell Capitol Hill
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Southwest/Navy Yard, Washington, DC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southwest/Navy Yard?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest/Navy Yard Studio Apartments | $2,043 | $1,246 | $6,027 |
| Southwest/Navy Yard 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,591 | $825 | $9,547 |
| Southwest/Navy Yard 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,545 | $491 | $10,000+ |
| Southwest/Navy Yard 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,072 | $1,501 | $10,000+ |
| Southwest/Navy Yard 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,655 | $1,266 | $3,304 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 132 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southwest/Navy Yard Neighborhood of Washington, DC.
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Cheapest Available Southwest/Navy Yard Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southwest/Navy Yard area of Washington, DC is a 2 Beds unit found at Oxford Manor priced from $491. Greenwood Manor Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $825. Here are the most affordable Southwest/Navy Yard apartments for rent in Washington, DC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oxford Manor | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $491 |
| Greenwood Manor Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| 555 | Senior Housing S2 | Studio,1BA | $1,246 |
| Bowen Flats | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,292 |
| MDL Flats | A7 | 1BR,1BA | $1,323 |
| The Clara | THE MUHAMMAD Studio Apartment: LIHTC, LIHTC 50% AM | Studio,1BA | $1,347 |
| Channel Square Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| Cedar Heights | Two Bedroom- The Cypress | 2BR,1BA | $1,377 |
| Howard Hill | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,378 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest/Navy Yard, DC
As of July 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southwest/Navy Yard area is the $2.19 price per square foot 2617 Douglass Pl SE Model at 2617 Douglass Pl SE, Unit 303 in the in the Southeast Washington neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value Southwest/Navy Yard apartment is the B4 Model at MDXL Flats starting at $1,458 with a $1.45 price per square foot in the Southwest Washington neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwest/Navy Yard apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2617 Douglass Pl SE, Unit 303 | 2617 Douglass Pl SE | 3BR,2BA | $2.19 |
| MDXL Flats | B4 | 2BR,2BA | $1.45 |
| Cedar Heights | Three Bedroom- The Deville | 3BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| Greenwood Manor Apartments | 3 Bed, 1.5 Bath | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.86 |
| Howard Hill | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| Washington View | Two Bedroom B | 2BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| Oxford Manor | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| 1411 Ridge Pl SE, Unit 4 | 1411 Ridge Pl SE | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| Frederick Douglass | 1x1 624 SF | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| Bowen Flats | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $2.10 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouthwest/Navy Yard, Washington, DC
Ranked #7
Among cities in District of Columbia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Southwest/Navy Yard, Washington, DC
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Anacostia High School
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Washington. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, family-friendly amenities, raising pets, transit options, walking, and biking. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southwest/Navy Yard Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Southwest/Navy Yard?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Southwest/Navy Yard is at 555 listed at $1,246.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwest/Navy Yard Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwest/Navy Yard Apartment is $825 at Greenwood Manor Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Southwest/Navy Yard Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southwest/Navy Yard is starting from $491 at Oxford Manor.
What is the most affordable Southwest/Navy Yard Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Southwest/Navy Yard Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Greenwood Manor Apartments and starts from $1,600.
Expert Rental Resources
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