Apartments under $1,600 for Rent in Washington, DC
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Price Drop. $485 Off|STUDIO$1,325+1 BED$1,375+
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Exceptional Value
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Price Drop. $175 Off|
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Exceptional ValueTotal Monthly Price Total Monthly Price NewSTUDIO$1,408Base Rent$1,392 - $1,832Required Monthly Fees$16Utilities & EssentialsVariesTotal Monthly Price$1,408 - $1,848
Union Heights
1676 Maryland Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002 -
Price Drop. $389 OffSTUDIO$1,500+1 BED$1,585+
The Berkshire Apartments
4201 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington, DC 20016 -
2 Months Free
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Exceptional ValueTotal Monthly Price Total Monthly Price NewSTUDIO$1,529Base Rent$1,508Required Monthly Fees$21Utilities & EssentialsVariesTotal Monthly Price$1,529
The Iris
7 M St NE, Washington, DC 20002 -
Rent SpecialTotal Monthly Price Total Monthly Price NewSTUDIO$1,420+2 BEDS$1,538+Base Rent$1,405 - $1,568Required Monthly Fees$15Utilities & EssentialsVariesTotal Monthly Price$1,420 - $1,583
The Glade on Laurel
6830-6896 Laurel St NW, Washington, DC 20012 -
Price Drop. $195 Off
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Good Value|Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price NewSTUDIO$1,240Base Rent$1,240 - $1,631Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$1,240 - $1,631
The Woodner
3636 16th St NW, Washington, DC 20010 -
Exceptional Value|
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2 Months Free|
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Discounts|1 BED$1,325+2 BEDS$1,450+
Oaks at Oxon Hill
5400 Livingston Rd, Oxon Hill, MD 20745 -
1 Month Free|Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price NewSTUDIO$1,262+1 BED$1,317+2 BEDS$1,583+Base Rent$1,262 - $1,759Utilities & EssentialsVariesTotal Monthly Price$1,262 - $1,759
LaSalle Park Apartments
5443 16th Ave, Hyattsville, MD 20782 -
2 Months Free
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Price Drop. $184 Off|Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price NewSTUDIO$1,561Base Rent$1,537 - $4,903Required Monthly Fees$24Utilities & EssentialsVariesTotal Monthly Price$1,561 - $4,927
The Apollo
600 H St NE, Washington, DC 20002 -
Good Value
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Good Value
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Exceptional Value
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2 Months FreeSTUDIO$953
1600 Pennsylvania Ave SE Apartments
1600 Pennsylvania Ave SE, Washington, DC 20003 -
Exceptional Value
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Exceptional Value|Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price NewSTUDIO$1,521Base Rent$1,499 - $1,757Required Monthly Fees$22Utilities & EssentialsVariesTotal Monthly Price$1,521 - $1,779
Blackbird
1401 Pennsylvania Ave SE, Washington, DC 20003 -
Good Value|Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price NewSTUDIO$1,439Base Rent$1,418 - $1,928Required Monthly Fees$21Utilities & EssentialsVariesTotal Monthly Price$1,439 - $1,949
Watermark at Buzzard Point
1900 Half St SW, Washington, DC 20002 -
2 Months FreeTotal Monthly Price Total Monthly Price NewSTUDIO$1,558Base Rent$1,537Required Monthly Fees$21Utilities & EssentialsVariesTotal Monthly Price$1,558
Rowan
2607 Reed St NE, Washington, DC 20018 -
Rent Special|Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New3 BEDS$950+4 BEDS$1,325+5 BEDS$950+Base Rent$950 - $1,600Utilities & EssentialsVariesTotal Monthly Price$950 - $1,600
Clover at The Parks
1155 Dahlia St NW, Washington, DC 20012 -
Price Drop. $196 Off|
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Good ValueTotal Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New3 BEDS$1,501+4 BEDS$1,256+5 BEDS$1,196+6 BEDS$1,196+Base Rent$1,175 - $1,740Required Monthly Fees$21Utilities & EssentialsVariesTotal Monthly Price$1,196 - $1,761
Colette
2099 1st St SW, Washington, DC 20024 -
Price Drop. $313 Off
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Good Value
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1 Month Free|Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price NewSTUDIO$1,349+1 BED$1,499+Base Rent$1,349 - $2,431Utilities & EssentialsVariesTotal Monthly Price$1,349 - $2,431
Ellicott House
4849 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008 -
Rent Special
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Exceptional Value|
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1 BED$1,465+3 BEDS$1,258+
HR Crawford Apartments
737 50th St NE, Washington, DC 20019 -
1 Month Free|
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1 Month Free|STUDIO$1,599
The Metropolitan Apartments
200 Rhode Island Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002 -
Rent Special1 BED$1,199+2 BEDS$1,399+
Friendship Crossing
57 Galveston St SW, Washington, DC 20032 -
|1 BED$1,299+2 BEDS$1,549+
River East-Oxon Run
207 Mississippi Ave SE, Washington, DC 20032 -
2 Months Free|Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New1 BED$980Base Rent$980 - $1,450Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$980 - $1,450
Flats on the Hill (Furnished Suites)
529 G St SE, Washington, DC 20003
Living & Renting in Washington
Washington at a Glance
Washington, DC Apartments for Rent
Washington DC serves as the nation's capital and federal district, home to iconic landmarks like the Lincoln Memorial, Washington Monument, and world-renowned Smithsonian museums that create an exceptional backdrop for daily life. When searching for apartments for rent in Washington DC, you'll discover a city where world-class museums, government buildings, and historic monuments become part of your everyday experienceâwith free access to cultural attractions that draw visitors from around the globe.
Renting in Washington DC makes sense for budget-conscious renters thanks to the excellent Metro system connecting neighborhoods like Adams Morgan, Logan Circle, and Georgetown to employment centers throughout the region. The city offers diverse housing options from historic Georgetown row houses to modern apartment communities in NoMa and Downtown DC, all within reach of major employers including government agencies, healthcare facilities like MedStar Washington Hospital Center, and top universities such as Georgetown and George Washington University. With over 70 miles of bike lanes, walkable neighborhoods, and access to Rock Creek Park's 48 miles of hiking trails, residents enjoy an active lifestyle while taking advantage of the strong local economy and career opportunities in government, healthcare, and hospitality.
Why Washington?
- Washington is home to several colleges and universities including Howard University, Georgetown University, and George Washington University
- Washington has a robust dining scene, with award-winning restaurants serving up cuisine from across the globe
- Washington is packed with landmarks and museums including the Smithsonian
- The city has over 70 miles of bike lanes and trails, making it every bicycle-friendly
Renting in Washington
Average Rental Rates and Apartment Sizes
- Apartment Type Average Sq Ft Average Rent
- Studio 471 Sq Ft $1,808 / mo
- 1 Bedroom 690 Sq Ft $2,238 / mo
- 2 Bedrooms 979 Sq Ft $3,073 / mo
- 3 Bedrooms 1,070 Sq Ft $3,966 / mo
- 4 Bedrooms 1,179 Sq Ft $4,138 / mo
Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods in Washington
(For 1 bedroom apartments)- Neighborhoods Average Sq Ft Average Rent
- Deanwood 548 Sq Ft $1,166/mo
- Bellevue 586 Sq Ft $1,166/mo
- Suburban Heights 582 Sq Ft $1,196/mo
- Stoddert Terrace 563 Sq Ft $1,248/mo
- Congress Heights 620 Sq Ft $1,260/mo
- Greenway 822 Sq Ft $1,280/mo
- Grant Park 593 Sq Ft $1,303/mo
- Dupont Park 695 Sq Ft $1,308/mo
- Fort Dupont 678 Sq Ft $1,401/mo
- Fort Davis 512 Sq Ft $1,408/mo
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