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555 E St SWWashington, DC 20024
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1550 First St SWWashington, DC 20024
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1900 Half St SWWashington, DC 20002
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1151-1551 4th St SWWashington, DC 20024
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1150 4th St SWWashington, DC 20024
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1001 3rd St SWWashington, DC 20024
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1319 S Capitol St SWWashington, DC 20003
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465 M St SWWashington, DC 20024
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1221 Van St SEWashington, DC 20003
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222 M St SWWashington, DC 20024
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201 I St SWWashington, DC 20024
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2121 1st St SWWashington, DC 20024
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64 H St SWWashington, DC 20024
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60 I St SWWashington, DC 20024
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350 Maple Dr SWWashington, DC 20024
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41 L St SEWashington, DC 20003
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600 4th St SWWashington, DC 20024
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71 Potomac Ave SEWashington, DC 20003
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301 M St SWWashington, DC 20024
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6 O St SWWashington, DC 20024
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949 1st St SEWashington, DC 20003
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907 6th St SWWashington, DC 20024
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800 4th St SWWashington, DC 20024
300 M St SW, Unit N102
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70 I St SE
70 I St SEWashington, DC 20003
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300 12th St SWWashington, DC 20024
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Waterfront, Washington, DC Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Waterfront?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| Waterfront Studio Apartments | $1,923 | $719 | $3,390 |
| Waterfront 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,466 | $1,201 | $6,022 |
| Waterfront 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,736 | $1,582 | $8,571 |
| Waterfront 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,698 | $1,501 | $10,000+ |
| Waterfront 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,590 | $1,256 | $2,436 |
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Cheapest Available Waterfront Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Waterfront area of Washington, DC is a Studio unit found at 555 priced from $719. MDL Flats has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,201. Here are the most affordable Waterfront apartments for rent in Washington, DC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 555 | Senior Housing Studio 2 | Studio,1BA | $719 |
| MDL Flats | PH03 | 1BR,1BA | $1,201 |
| Capitol Park Tower | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
| The Lex at Waterfront | Affordable Studio ADU-Lex | Studio,1BA | $1,489 |
| Reflections at the Wharf | X05-S | Studio,1BA | $1,499 |
| Verge | S4A | Studio,1BA | $1,529 |
| The Channel | Studio-C-OC | Studio,1BA | $1,553 |
| Watermark at Buzzard Point | S4 | Studio,1BA | $1,578 |
| Modern on M | Studio-S06 Classic | Studio,1BA | $1,656 |
| West Half | Studio Smart Suite | S01f | Studio,1BA | $1,702 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waterfront, DC
As of March 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Waterfront area is the $3.46 price per square foot 1425 4th St SW Model at 1425 4th St SW, Unit A-712 in the in the Southwest Washington neighborhood starting from $2,997. The second greatest value Waterfront apartment is the One Bedroom - Lex Model at The Lex at Waterfront starting at $2,085 with a $2.74 price per square foot in the Mall neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Waterfront apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1425 4th St SW, Unit A-712 | 1425 4th St SW | 2BR,2BA | $3.46 |
| The Lex at Waterfront | One Bedroom - Lex | 1BR,1BA | $2.74 |
| Capitol Park Tower | Jr2 BR / 2 BA | 2BR,2BA | $3.38 |
| 6 O St SW, Unit Unit 1 | 6 O St SW | 1BR,1BA | $2.71 |
| Leo at Waterfront | One Bedroom - Leo | 1BR,1BA | $3.19 |
| Valo Apartments | Jr. One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.48 |
| Waterside Towers | Tower (Efficiency) | Studio ,1BA | $3.20 |
| 800 4th St SW, Unit Apt. S417 | 800 4th St SW | 1BR,1BA | $3.36 |
| Verge | A6A | 1BR,1BA | $3.60 |
| Capitol Park Plaza and Twins | Studio 1 Bath | Studio ,1BA | $3.55 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Waterfront Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Waterfront?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Waterfront is under $1,702.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Waterfront?
The cheapest apartment in Waterfront is MDL Flats which is listed at $1,201, while the average apartment in Waterfront costs $3,578.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Waterfront?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 300 regular apartments in Waterfront that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Waterfront?
Cheap apartments in Waterfront have an average cost of $1,126 which is $2,452 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Waterfront.
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