
Cheap Homes for Rent in U Street Neighborhood of Washington, DC from $600 (9 Rentals)
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Room in Shared 3 bed/2.5 bath home

Room in Shared 3 bed/2.5 bath home

Room in Shared 3 bed/3 bath home
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1765 U St NW
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 | $3,928 | $2,490 | $4,950 |
| U Street 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,341 | $1,160 | $7,000 |
| U Street 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,750 | $6,750 | $6,750 |
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There are currently 9 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 1 Bed unit found at Cassell Co-Living (Furnished Rooms) priced from $1,200. Hampton Courts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,325. Here are the most affordable U Street apartments for rent in Washington, DC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cassell Co-Living (Furnished Rooms) | SHAW/U ST CORRIDOR | Furnished | Utilities Incl... | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Hampton Courts | Junior Studio A 08 Tier | Studio,1BA | $1,325 |
| Adams Garden Towers | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in U Street, DC
As of February 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the U Street area is the $3.46 price per square foot 1407 W St NW Model at 1407 W St NW, Unit 301 in the in the Howard University neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value U Street apartment is the A9 Model at The Ellington starting at $2,677 with a $3.63 price per square foot in the Howard University 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1407 W St NW, Unit 301 | 1407 W St NW | 2BR,2BA | $3.46 |
| The Ellington | A9 | 1BR,1BA | $3.63 |
| The Envoy | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.98 |
| 1851 Columbia Rd NW, Unit Apt 706 | 1851 Columbia Rd NW | 1BR,1BA | $3.73 |
| 1711 T St NW | rear | 1BR,1BA | $3.76 |
| 1444 W St NW, Unit 205 | 1444 W St NW | 1BR,1BA | $3.11 |
| Reverb | A05 | 1BR,1BA | $3.63 |
| 1350 Florida Ave NW | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.64 |
| The Promenade | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.45 |
| Adams Garden Towers | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.33 |
Frequently Asked Questions about U Street
What type of rentals are currently available in U Street?
There are currently 256 Apartments for Rent in U Street, DC with pricing that ranges from $868 to $8,678. There are also 62 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in U Street ranging from $650 to $7,000.
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 $650 to $7,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,498.
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