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Apartments for Rent in Washington, DC

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  • 2310 KALORAMA Road NW

    $44,000
    2310 Kalorama Road Northwest, Washington, DC 20008
    (202) 775-4663

    1 unit available
    7 bed
    Amenities

    Patio / balcony, Garage, Hot tub, Fireplace, and Furnished

  • 1834 MASSACHUSETTS Avenue SE

    $4,995
    1834 Massachusetts Avenue Southeast, Washington, DC 20003
    (202) 547-5600

    1 unit available
    4 bed
    Amenities

    Patio / balcony, Parking, and Range

  • 2501 BURNS ST SE unit: 2

    $3,600
    2501 Burns Street Southeast, Washington, DC 20020
    (301) 868-8787

    1 unit available
    3 bed
    Amenities

    Patio / balcony and Parking

  • 5010-5012 JUST Street NE

    $1,500
    5010-5012 Just Street Northeast, Washington, DC 20019
    (703) 549-8700

    1 unit available
    1 bed
    Amenities

    Parking, Gym, Pool, Air conditioning, Playground, and Basketball court

  • 49 HAWTHORNE Court NE

    $2,800
    49 Hawthorne Court Northeast, Washington, DC 20017
    (301) 304-8444

    1 unit available
    2 bed
    Amenities

    In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Garage, Recently renovated, and Fireplace

  • 4627 12TH Street NE

    $3,850
    4627 12th Street Northeast, Washington, DC 20017
    (703) 217-1200

    1 unit available
    3 bed
    Amenities

    In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Parking, Recently renovated + more

  • 1336 G Street NE

    $6,000
    1336 G Street Northeast, Washington, DC 20002
    (301) 613-6070

    1 unit available
    4 bed
    Amenities

    In unit laundry, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Garage, Recently renovated, Fireplace + more

  • 412 EVARTS Street NE unit: 3

    $1,900
    412 Evarts Street Northeast, Washington, DC 20017
    (240) 535-2929

    1 unit available
    1 bed
    Amenities

    Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Parking, Recently renovated, and Stainless steel

  • 311 8TH Street NE

    $3,216
    311 8th Street Northeast, Washington, DC 20002
    (443) 542-2251

    1 unit available
    Studio
    Amenities

    Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Parking, and Lobby

  • 4510 BROOKS Street NE

    $3,995
    4510 Brooks Street Northeast, Washington, DC 20019
    (301) 652-0400

    1 unit available
    Studio
    Amenities

    Parking and Elevator

  • 2127 LEROY Place NW

    $13,500
    2127 Leroy Place Northwest, Washington, DC 20008
    (301) 275-8181

    1 unit available
    4 bed
    Amenities

    Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Garage, Recently renovated + more

  • 635 FLORIDA Avenue NW unit: 2

    $2,200
    635 Florida Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC 20001
    (202) 462-5106

    1 unit available
    Studio
    Amenities

    Hardwood floors, Parking, Air conditioning, and Conference room

  • 913 HUGHES MEWS NW

    $3,600
    913 Hughes Mews Northwest, Washington, DC 20037
    (303) 263-9739

    1 unit available
    2 bed
    Amenities

    In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Parking, Recently renovated, Stainless steel + more

  • 8 GRANT Circle NW

    $1,650
    8 Grant Circle Northwest, Washington, DC 20011
    (301) 455-2475

    1 unit available
    1 bed
    Amenities

    In unit laundry, Dishwasher, Parking, Recently renovated, Air conditioning, Fireplace + more

  • 1250 KEARNY Street NE

    $5,500
    1250 Kearny Street Northeast, Washington, DC 20017
    (267) 968-3484

    1 unit available
    5 bed
    Amenities

    Parking, Furnished, and Range

  • 1321 MONROE Street NW unit: Ph

    $4,750
    1321 Monroe Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20010
    (240) 737-5000

    1 unit available
    3 bed
    Amenities

    Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Parking, Recently renovated, Walk in closets + more

Average rent in Washington, District of Columbia

The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Washington is $2,541, while the average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment is $3,735. Rent rates updated ago
Studio
$1,963Trending down
1 Bed
$2,541Trending down
2 Beds
$3,735Trending down
3+ Beds
$5,302Trending down
* Averages are based on the rental prices of properties listed on Apartment List

Top neighborhoods in Washington

Columbia Heights
Columbia Heights
What it’s like to live in Columbia Heights
Cultural diversity thrives in Columbia Heights, where this central DC neighborhood showcases urban energy through authentic restaurants, markets, and community institutions. Rental options include both historic rowhouses and newer developments with varied price points throughout this walkable district. While the area offers exceptional access to both the Green/Yellow Metro lines and the developing 14th Street corridor, weekend crowds at Target and other popular retailers create temporary congestion affecting some streets. Perfect for urban enthusiasts who value genuine diversity beyond marketing-created "international" atmospheres in newer developments with more predictable community patterns.
Great for
Affluent Families
Luxury Renters
Professionals
Retirees
Neighborhood vibe
Scenic
Established
Residential
Capitol Hill
Capitol Hill
What it’s like to live in Capitol Hill
Historic prestige defines Capitol Hill, where this distinguished DC neighborhood surrounds the U.S. Capitol with beautifully preserved architecture from various eras. Rental options include apartments in converted historic rowhouses and carriage houses with character details unavailable in newer construction. While the area offers exceptional access to both the Capitol complex and Eastern Market's weekend farmers market, rental rates rank among DC's highest with limited inventory creating extremely competitive application processes. Most suitable for congressional staffers, government professionals, and history enthusiasts who can justify premium rates for prestigious addresses and architectural significance despite urban parking challenges and premium pricing.
Great for
Families
Retirees
Professionals
Young Renters
Commuters
Neighborhood vibe
Mixed-Use
Peaceful
Mixed-Use & Commercial
Dupont Circle
Dupont Circle
What it’s like to live in Dupont Circle
Historic prestige defines Dupont Circle, where this iconic DC neighborhood surrounds the distinctive circular park with its central fountain creating one of Washington's most distinctive urban environments. The district features extraordinary architectural diversity within walking distance to both downtown employment and Embassy Row creating ideal positioning for diplomatic professionals. Dupont Circle offers DC renters genuine walkability with exceptional amenities including renowned restaurants, independent bookstores, and cultural institutions just steps from most rentals, while excellent public transportation creates car-free living possibilities increasingly valued as transportation costs continue affecting overall housing affordability calculations beyond purely rental rate considerations requiring comprehensive expense evaluations increasingly important as urban living costs continue affecting household budgeting beyond purely housing calculations.
Great for
Families
Retirees
Professionals
Young Renters
Commuters
Neighborhood vibe
Cosmopolitan
Vibrant
Historic
Walkable

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Finding Apartments for Rent in Washington, D.C.

As the U.S. capital, it’s no surprise that Washington, D.C. is brimming with history and culture.

If you’re considering moving to D.C., the city might appeal for its iconic landmarks, including the White House, the U.S. Capitol Building, and the Lincoln Memorial. And there are numerous museums and theaters to visit, including the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts and the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History.

Finding an apartment in Washington, D.C. begins with picking the right neighborhood for your lifestyle. If you’re a social butterfly, you’ll find many bars, restaurants, and boutiques on Adams Morgan’s 18th Street corridor. And if history and tradition are your thing, the Capitol Hill area is close to numerous historic sites.

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