
Cheap Homes for Rent in U Street Neighborhood of Washington, DC from $800 (13 Rentals)
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1323 Florida Ave NW

Room in Shared 3 bed/2.5 bath home, Unit A

1932 15th St NW, Unit 3, Unit 3

Room in Shared 3 bed/2.5 bath home, Unit C

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1826 Vernon St NW, Unit SI FL-1-ID177
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2120 Vermont Ave NW, Unit Apt 7

2006 13th St NW

1451 W St NW

1750 T St NW

2125 14th St NW

1765 U St NW
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1706 U St NW
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How much does it cost to rent a home in U Street?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| U Street 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,717 | $2,850 | $5,000 |
| U Street 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,637 | $1,310 | $10,000+ |
| U Street 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,600 | $4,600 | $6,600 |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the U Street Neighborhood of Washington, DC.
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Cheapest Available U Street Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the U Street area of Washington, DC is a Studio unit found at The Promenade priced from $1,499. Adams Garden Towers has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,600. Here are the most affordable U Street apartments for rent in Washington, DC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Promenade | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,499 |
| Adams Garden Towers | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,600 |
| Washington House | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,630 |
| The Envoy | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,699 |
| Trellis House | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,809 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in U Street, DC
As of May 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the U Street area is the $2.65 price per square foot 1700 U St NW Model at 1700 U St NW, Unit 3 in the in the Dupont Circle neighborhood starting from $2,650. The second greatest value U Street apartment is the 1 Bed / 1 Bath Model at The Thread starting at $2,149 with a $2.51 price per square foot in the Edgewood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for U Street apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1700 U St NW, Unit 3 | 1700 U St NW | 1BR,1BA | $2.65 |
| The Thread | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.51 |
| 901W | 1 Bed - 1 Bath | A09 (901) | 1BR,1BA | $3.25 |
| 1851 Columbia Rd NW, Unit Apt 706 | 1851 Columbia Rd NW | 1BR,1BA | $3.73 |
| Calloway | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.70 |
| Adams Garden Towers | 1 Bed, 1 Bath w/Den | 1BR,1BA | $3.58 |
| View 14 | Studio E1C | Studio ,1BA | $3.81 |
| Reed Row | S9A | Studio ,1BA | $3.84 |
| The Envoy | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.55 |
| The Promenade | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.23 |
Frequently Asked Questions about U Street
What type of rentals are currently available in U Street?
There are currently 258 Apartments for Rent in U Street, DC with pricing that ranges from $868 to $9,432. There are also 71 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in U Street ranging from $890 to $11,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in U Street?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in U Street ranges from $890 to $11,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,675.
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