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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Takoma Neighborhood of Washington, DC from $1,000 (29 Rentals)
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716 HIGHLAND AVE NW, Unit TAKOMA HIGHLAND MBR1
716 HIGHLAND AVE NW
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$1,375 - $2,250Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Metro Village Apartments
7051 Spring PlWashington, DC 20012
6645 Georgia Ave NW
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$1,405 - $3,892Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Glade on Laurel
6830-6896 Laurel St NWWashington, DC 20012
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$1,424 - $2,6201 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
6600 Luzon
6600 Luzon Ave NWWashington, DC 20012
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$1,475 - $2,178Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Normandie
6817 Georgia Ave NWWashington, DC 20012
The DC Housing Strategy: Balancing Career & Lifestyle Near Top Washington DC Area Employers
Renting in the D.C. area? Explore Takoma, Brookland, Glover Park, Charles Village, and more. Find a convenient, high-quality home near your major employer.
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$1,499 - $2,450Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Dahlia
7019 Georgia Ave NWWashington, DC 20012
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$1,577 - $6,482Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Gables Takoma Park
7035 Blair Rd NWWashington, DC 20012
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$1,596 - $4,300Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Willow & Maple
6918 Willow St NWWashington, DC 20012
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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls
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6645 Georgia Ave NW
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1316 Van Buren St NW
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1316 Van Buren St NW
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$1,070 - $1,395Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Blair Park Gardens
7700 Blair RdTakoma Park, MD 20912
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$1,5651 Bedroom Apartment Available Now
7432 Piney Branch Rd, Unit apartment B
7432 Piney Branch RdTakoma Park, MD 20912
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$1,590 - $2,0581 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Jan 14, 2026
Azalea Apartments
7517-7521 Blair RdTakoma Park, MD 20912
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Takoma, Washington, DC Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Takoma?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Takoma Studio Apartments | $1,726 | $1,070 | $2,515 |
| Takoma 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,133 | $1,125 | $3,744 |
| Takoma 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,909 | $1,523 | $4,300 |
| Takoma 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,553 | $2,475 | $2,620 |
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Cheapest Available Takoma Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Takoma area of Washington, DC is a Studio unit found at Entwine Apartments priced from $1,052. Blair Park Gardens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,070. Here are the most affordable Takoma apartments for rent in Washington, DC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entwine Apartments | Junior Suite 50% AMI | Studio,1BA | $1,052 |
| Blair Park Gardens | 8308 GARLAND AVENUE TAKOMA PARK MD 20912 | Studio,1BA | $1,070 |
| Cypress on Vine | Private Bed & Shared Bath / 6 Person Suite | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Metro Village Apartments | Studio 60% | Studio,1BA | $1,375 |
| The Ivanhoe | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,425 |
| The Normandie | Studio Small | Studio,1BA | $1,475 |
| The Dahlia | Studio A | 1BR,1BA | $1,499 |
| Gables Takoma Park | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,577 |
| Willow & Maple | A2 | Studio,1BA | $1,596 |
| The Glade on Laurel | S3A | Studio,1BA | $1,610 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Takoma, DC
As of December 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Takoma area is the $2.35 price per square foot B3 - Large 2 Bedroom Model at Takoma Flats in the in the North Takoma Park neighborhood starting from $2,499. The second greatest value Takoma apartment is the Private Bedroom in Shared 2 Bed 2 Bath - I Model at Clover at The Parks starting at $1,650 with a $1.78 price per square foot in the North Takoma Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Takoma apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Takoma Flats | B3 - Large 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| Clover at The Parks | Private Bedroom in Shared 2 Bed 2 Bath - I | 2BR,2BA | $1.78 |
| The Van Buren | Small 1Bdrm-1Bath-Tier 2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.44 |
| 314 ELEVATION | 877 SQ FT | 2BR,1BA | $2.76 |
| 6445 Luzon Avenue Northwest, Unit 501 | 6445 Luzon Avenue Northwest | 1BR,1BA | $2.49 |
| 6600 Luzon | 1 Bdrm;Tier 12;14th St Vw | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| 6616 14th St NW, Unit #2 | 6616 14th St NW | 2BR,1BA | $2.77 |
| The Ivanhoe | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.38 |
| Blair Park Gardens | 7702 BLAIR RD | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| Entwine Apartments | Junior Suite 50% AMI | Studio ,1BA | $2.10 |
Getting Around the Takoma Neighborhood in Washington, DC
Walk Score®
82 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
73 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
72 / 100
Excellent Transit
Transit is convenient for most trips
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Takoma Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Takoma?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Takoma is under $1,610.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Takoma?
The cheapest apartment in Takoma is Cypress on Vine which is listed at $1,075, while the average apartment in Takoma costs $2,963.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Takoma?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 22 regular apartments in Takoma that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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