Cheap Homes for Rent in Washington Highlands Neighborhood of Washington, DC from $1,000 (16 Rentals)

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Cheapest Available Washington Highlands Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Washington Highlands area of Washington, DC is a 1 Bed unit found at Eagles Crossing Apartments priced from $932. The Gardens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,027. Here are the most affordable Washington Highlands apartments for rent in Washington, DC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Eagles Crossing Apartments1 Bdr Sm1BR,1BA$932
The Gardens1 Bedroom 1 Bath Floor Plan1BR,1BA$1,027
Delwin Apartments1 BR/ 1 BA1BR,1BA$1,045
SouthviewStudio 1BathroomStudio,1BA$1,125
Madison Courts20-41BR,1BA$1,150

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Washington Highlands, DC

As of July 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Washington Highlands area is the $2.10 price per square foot 3 Bed 1 Bath Model at Livingston House in the in the Phelps Corner neighborhood starting from $1,893. The second greatest value Washington Highlands apartment is the 2 Bed 1 Bath Upper Level 1 Model at Fox Hills North starting at $1,606 with a $1.99 price per square foot in the Glassmanor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Washington Highlands apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Livingston House3 Bed 1 Bath3BR,1BA$2.10
Fox Hills North2 Bed 1 Bath Upper Level 12BR,1BA$1.99
The Village at ChesapeakeGold2BR,1BA$2.10
Friendship Courts Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.75
Highland Terrace Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.07
Garden Village2 bedroom2BR,1BA$2.05
Delwin Apartments1 BR/ 1 BA1BR,1BA$1.61
The GardensEfficiency Floor PlanStudio ,1BA$1.83
Harbor's EdgeJr 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.03
Eagles Crossing Apartments1 Bdr Sm1BR,1BA$1.77

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Frequently Asked Questions about Washington Highlands

What type of rentals are currently available in Washington Highlands?

There are currently 258 Apartments for Rent in Washington Highlands, DC with pricing that ranges from $899 to $3,130. There are also 45 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Washington Highlands ranging from $1,000 to $11,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Washington Highlands?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Washington Highlands ranges from $1,000 to $11,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,387.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Washington Highlands?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Washington Highlands range from $1,560 to $3,130, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,400 to $11,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,036.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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