Apartments for Rent with Specials in the The Wharf Neighborhood of Washington, DC (41 Rentals)

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Apartments in the The Wharf area of Washington with special offers and discounts available right now - opportunities to save money or get a month or more of free rent.

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Maple View Flats
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$1,784 - $2,132Special Offer
Specials Apply today and get your application fee waived — plus receive $1,000 when you’re approved and sign a lease. Limited-time incentive
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Maple View Flats

2228 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SEWashington, DC 20020
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Cortland Mount Vernon
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$2,102 - $11,096
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$1,993 - $10,987
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$109

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$2,102 - $11,096
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Cortland Mount Vernon

443 New York Ave NWWashington, DC 20001
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Annex on 12th
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$2,030 - $19,270
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$2,009 - $19,249
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Annex on 12th

300 12th St SWWashington, DC 20024
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Banner Lane
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$1,572 - $3,280
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$1,447 - $3,155
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$125

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$1,572 - $3,280
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Banner Lane

44 Banner LnWashington, DC 20001
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The Garrett
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$1,811 - $5,835Special Offer
Specials 6 Weeks FREE on select apartments, ask your leasing consultant for more details!
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The Garrett

150 I St SEWashington, DC 20003
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Union Heights
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$1,259 - $2,396
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$1,243 - $2,380
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Union Heights

1676 Maryland Ave NEWashington, DC 20002
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Accolade
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$2,602 - $14,607
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$2,495 - $14,500
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Accolade

1425 New York Ave NWWashington, DC 20005
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Modera H Street
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$1,500 - $4,615Special Offer
2 Months Free Enjoy up to 2.5 months of rent free living on select floorplans when move in by 4/1/2026! PLUS, lease within 48 hours of your
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Modera H Street

1700 H St NEWashington, DC 20002
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Vermeer
Rent Specials
$2,156 - $10,593
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$2,085 - $10,522
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Vermeer

113 Potomac Ave SWWashington, DC 20024
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The Iris
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$1,529 - $4,061
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$1,508 - $4,040
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The Iris

7 M St NEWashington, DC 20002
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Link Apartments® H Street
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$1,606 - $4,496Special Offer
1 Month Free 1.5 months free on a 15-month lease or longer Plus, save even more if you apply within 48 hours of your tour! *Some Restriction
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Link Apartments® H Street

1701 H St NEWashington, DC 20002
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Market House
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$1,718 - $10,868
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$1,697 - $10,847
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Market House

1240 3rd St NEWashington, DC 20002
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Affinity at 2M
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$1,600 - $3,465Special Offer
3 Months Free Limited-time offer: New leases signed by March 31st receive 3 months FREE.
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Affinity at 2M

2 M St NEWashington, DC 20002
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Zen Apollo
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$1,595 - $8,765Special Offer
Specials For a limited time, lease any apartment home for 13 months and receive 2 MONTHS FREE! Looking for a studio? We’re offering exclusiv
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Zen Apollo

1234 Massachusetts Ave NWWashington, DC 20005
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1301 Thomas Circle
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$2,528 - $6,299Special Offer
1 Month Free Save One Month off rent! Applies to first full month's rent only. Apply by 03/17/2026. Minimum 12 month lease term required.
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1301 Thomas Circle

1301 M St NWWashington, DC 20005
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Andover House
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$2,096 - $5,329Special Offer
Specials Save One Month off rent! Applies to first full month's rent only. Apply by 03/17/2026. Minimum 12 month lease term required.
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Andover House

1200 14th St NWWashington, DC 20005
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Capital Plaza Apartments
Rent Specials
$1,475 - $2,225Special Offer
2 Months Free *All specials are subject to change without notice. Restrictions apply. CALL TODAY OR SCHEDULE A TOUR! * 2 months free on all
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Capital Plaza Apartments

35 E St NWWashington, DC 20001
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Avec on H Street
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$1,715 - $3,515Special Offer
Specials Lock in 1month free on all units. Move fast and snag an extra month when you tour and lease within 48 hours. Terms and conditions a
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Avec on H Street

801-901 H St NEWashington, DC 20002
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J.COOPERS ROW
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$1,590 - $6,490Special Offer
Specials 2 months free rent + $1,000 gift card if move-in by 4/30. *must be a 13 month lease. new applications only. subject to change witho
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J.COOPERS ROW

1319 S Capitol St SWWashington, DC 20003
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Venture on I
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$1,745 - $3,285
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$1,723 - $3,263
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Venture on I

60 I St SWWashington, DC 20024
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Modern on M
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$1,656 - $6,854
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$1,634 - $6,832
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Modern on M

465 M St SWWashington, DC 20024
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The Banks
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$2,114 - $8,415
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$2,087 - $8,388
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The Banks

900 7th St SWWashington, DC 20024
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Valo Apartments
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$1,760 - $3,710Special Offer
Specials Up To 2.5 Months Free Plus Waived Amenity Fee & Reduced Deposit on Select Units!* *Offer valid on select units. Must apply within 7
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Valo Apartments

222 M St SWWashington, DC 20024
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Gallery 64
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$1,733 - $9,764
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$1,717 - $9,748
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Gallery 64

64 H St SWWashington, DC 20024
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F1RST Residences
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$1,671 - $5,573
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$1,581 - $5,483
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F1RST Residences

1263 First St SEWashington, DC 20003
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Insignia On M
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$1,723 - $3,824
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$1,704 - $3,805
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Insignia On M

1111 New Jersey Ave SEWashington, DC 20003
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Ore 82
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$1,702 - $8,354
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$1,676 - $8,328
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Ore 82

82 I St SEWashington, DC 20003
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Illume
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$1,720 - $10,634
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$1,703 - $10,617
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Illume

853 New Jersey Ave SEWashington, DC 20003
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The Lex at Waterfront
Rent Specials
$1,945 - $4,095Special Offer
2 Months Free Up To 2.5 Months Free Plus Waived Amenity Fee & Reduced Deposit on Select Units!* *Must apply within 72 hours of tour and move
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The Lex at Waterfront

1151-1551 4th St SWWashington, DC 20024
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The Tides
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$2,148 - $8,808
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$2,126 - $8,786
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The Tides

35 Parker Row SWWashington, DC 20024
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The Channel
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$1,448 - $6,111
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$1,426 - $6,089
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The Channel

950 Maine Ave SWWashington, DC 20024
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Incanto
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$2,108 - $6,093
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$2,086 - $6,071
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Incanto

770 Maine AveWashington, DC 20024
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The Wharf, Washington, DC Local Guide

Top Washington Apartments in the The Wharf Area with Move-In Specials Ending Soon

Specials updated: 03-14-2026

Take advantage of these move-in and rent specials that are ending soon for top The Wharf, DC apartments. Act fast and don’t miss out on an incredible deal on your perfect new place!

Modera H Street

Enjoy up to 2.5 months of rent free living on select floorplans when move in by 4/1/2026! PLUS, lease within 48 hours of your first tour and enjoy a waived amenity fee! *Restrictions apply. 15+ month lease term required.Expires 03-15-2026

Modern on M

Move in by 3/31: 2 Months Free on select homes *Restrictions May ApplyExpires 03-15-2026

Azure National Landing

Up to 2 Months FreeExpires 03-15-2026

Market House

3 MONTHS FREE ON SELECT UNITS! * Select units. Minimum lease term applies. Other costs and fees excluded. Offer may change. Restrictions apply.Expires 03-15-2026

Link Apartments® H Street

1.5 months free on a 15-month lease or longer Plus, save even more if you apply within 48 hours of your tour! *Some Restrictions Apply. Contact our leasing team to learn more.Expires 03-15-2026

The Iris

? Up to 3 Months Free Base Rent. *Minimum terms apply, other costs and fees excluded.Expires 03-15-2026

Vermeer

Receive up to THREE months free base rent + $500 off move-in fees when you sign your lease by 4/30! *Base rent. Minimum terms apply, other costs and fees excluded. New applicants only.Expires 03-15-2026

Banner Lane

Two Months Free On Select Homes!* *Exclusions may apply. Contact the leasing office for details.Expires 03-15-2026

Venture on I

Up to 3-months of free rent and waived amenity fee on select apartment homes! *Restrictions May ApplyExpires 03-15-2026

Valo Apartments

Up To 2.5 Months Free Plus Waived Amenity Fee & Reduced Deposit on Select Units!* *Offer valid on select units. Must apply within 72 hours of tour and move-in within 45 days. Restrictions apply, see leasing office for details.Expires 03-15-2026

Newly Listed Move-In Specials offers for Apartments in The Wharf, DC

Specials updated: 03-14-2026

Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in The Wharf, DC. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.

Capital Plaza Apartments

*All specials are subject to change without notice. Restrictions apply. CALL TODAY OR SCHEDULE A TOUR! * 2 months free on all available apt. homes with a 12-month lease. * Additional $1,500 look and lease on all apartment homes with a 12-month lease. and $150 for a short-term lease. Must apply within 48 hours of initial visit.Expires 03-15-2026

F1RST Residences

Find your urban oasis. Lease Today to receive up to 2-Months Base Rent FREE and a Waived Amenity Fee on Vacant Homes! Lease term restrictions and conditions apply. Contact us today for more details!Expires 03-15-2026

Gallery 64

Now offering up to 3 months free base rent. *Restrictions may apply, please contact us for details.Expires 03-15-2026

Affinity at 2M

Limited-time offer: New leases signed by March 31st receive 3 months FREE.Expires 03-15-2026

The Tides

For a limited time, enjoy up to 4 weeks free base rent on select apartment homes! *Restrictions May ApplyExpires 03-15-2026

The Garrett

6 Weeks FREE on select apartments, ask your leasing consultant for more details!Expires 03-15-2026

Ore 82

$1,000 OFF SPECIAL! *Minimum term & restrictions apply. Other costs and fees excluded. Offer may change.Expires 03-16-2026

Modera H Street

Enjoy up to 2.5 months of rent free living on select floorplans when move in by 4/1/2026! PLUS, lease within 48 hours of your first tour and enjoy a waived amenity fee! *Restrictions apply. 15+ month lease term required.Expires 03-15-2026

Modern on M

Move in by 3/31: 2 Months Free on select homes *Restrictions May ApplyExpires 03-15-2026

Azure National Landing

Up to 2 Months FreeExpires 03-15-2026

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The Wharf, Washington, DC

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Rent Specials The Wharf Apartments

What is the Cheapest Rent Specials apartment in The Wharf?

Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in The Wharf is at Union Heights listed at $1,259.

How much is the average rent for a Rent Specials The Wharf Apartment?

The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in The Wharf is $4,379.

What is the largest Rent Specials The Wharf Apartment for rent?

Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in The Wharf is a 6,315 square feet unit starting from $1,595 at Zen Apollo.

What is the average size for The Wharf Rent Specials Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Rent Specials rental in The Wharf is currently at 470 sq ft.

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