
Cheap Homes for Rent in U Street Neighborhood of Washington, DC from $2,000 (8 Rentals)
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1825 T St NW

1842 California St NW

1826 Vernon St NW, Unit SI FL-1-ID178
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1455 W Street Northwest-SI FL1-ID841

1460 Belmont St NW

1826 Vernon St NW, Unit GO FL-1-ID176

1851 Columbia Rd NW, Unit 102, Unit 102
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U Street, Washington, DC Local Guide

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 | $4,527 | $2,950 | $7,950 |
| U Street 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,987 | $2,885 | $4,500 |
| U Street 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,600 | $4,600 | $4,600 |
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There are currently 8 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 2112 New Hampshire Avenue priced from $1,199. Cassell has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,380. Here are the most affordable U Street apartments for rent in Washington, DC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2112 New Hampshire Avenue | EXECUTIVE STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $1,199 |
| Cassell | SHAW/U ST CORRIDOR | Furnished | Utilities Incl... | 1BR,1BA | $1,380 |
| The Promenade | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,525 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in U Street, DC
As of April 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the U Street area is the $3.72 price per square foot Two Bedroom B2B Model at Capitol View on 14th in the in the Howard University neighborhood starting from $3,958. The second greatest value U Street apartment is the 2 Bed/ 1 Bath Model at The Thread starting at $3,450 with a $3.59 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capitol View on 14th | Two Bedroom B2B | 2BR,2BA | $3.72 |
| The Thread | 2 Bed/ 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.59 |
| 1741 T Street Northwest, Unit 305 | 1741 T Street Northwest | 2BR,1BA | $3.72 |
| 1711 T St NW | Unit 2 | 2BR,1BA | $3.53 |
| 2006 15th St NW, Unit BSMT | 2006 15th St NW | 1BR,1BA | $2.63 |
| Reed Row | A1A Den | 1BR,1BA | $3.68 |
| 1444 W St NW, Unit 205 | 1444 W St NW | 1BR,1BA | $3.11 |
| The Envoy | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.30 |
| The Promenade | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.29 |
| Adams Garden Towers | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.56 |
Frequently Asked Questions about U Street
What type of rentals are currently available in U Street?
There are currently 260 Apartments for Rent in U Street, DC with pricing that ranges from $868 to $13,098. There are also 64 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in U Street ranging from $2,000 to $7,950.
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 $2,000 to $7,950 with an average monthly rent of $3,988.
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