Cheap Homes for Rent in West End Neighborhood of Washington, DC from $1,000 (29 Rentals)

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West End, Washington, DC Local Guide

Cheapest Available West End Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the West End area of Washington, DC is a Studio unit found at R Street Apartments priced from $1,363. Square 50 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,540. Here are the most affordable West End apartments for rent in Washington, DC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
R Street ApartmentsEFFStudio,1BA$1,363
Square 50The CapitolStudio,1BA$1,540
The PromenadeStudioStudio,1BA$1,649
Columbia Plaza ApartmentsGeorgetownStudio,1BA$1,695
Rock Creek GardensStudio SmallStudio,1BA$1,725
1500 MassFPA 456Studio,1BA$1,737
Rocksboro ApartmentsStudio 07 TierStudio,1BA$1,755
The Phoenix ApartmentsStudio 04 TierStudio,1BA$1,795
Sixteen Hundred ApartmentsStudio 03 TierStudio,1BA$1,799

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West End, DC

As of August 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the West End area is the $2.46 price per square foot 1930 18th St NW Model at 1930 18th St NW, Unit B1 in the in the Dupont Circle neighborhood starting from $3,990. The second greatest value West End apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at The Meridian starting at $4,000 with a $3.39 price per square foot in the Maywood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West End apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1930 18th St NW, Unit B11930 18th St NW2BR,2BA$2.46
The Meridian2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$3.39
The York and Potomac ParkOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.79
1821 M St NW, Unit 41821 M St NW1BR,1BA$2.94
C H HoustonOne Bedroom Large1BR,1BA$3.36
950 25th St NW, Unit N204950 25th St NW1BR,1BA$3.38
2201 15th St NW, Unit B12201 15th St NW1BR,1BA$3.13
Pennsylvania HouseStudioStudio ,1BA$3.19
Columbia Plaza ApartmentsArlingtonStudio ,1BA$3.02
Square 50The CapitolStudio ,1BA$2.91

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
West End, Washington, DC

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Frequently Asked Questions about West End

What type of rentals are currently available in West End?

There are currently 757 Apartments for Rent in West End, DC with pricing that ranges from $1,150 to $33,760. There are also 186 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in West End ranging from $1,060 to $70,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in West End?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in West End ranges from $1,060 to $70,000 with an average monthly rent of $6,880.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in West End?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in West End range from $2,003 to $15,535, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $4,790 to $8,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,310 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $5,325.

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