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Apartments for Rent in Washington, DC

1,439 rentals available
  • 1231 FLORIDA Avenue NE unit: 2

    $4,600
    1231 Florida Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC 20002
    (240) 286-8743

    1 unit available
    4 bed
    Amenities

    In unit laundry, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Parking, Recently renovated, Coffee bar + more

  • 1726 20TH Street NW

    $3,000
    1726 20th Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20009
    (202) 413-9030

    1 unit available
    Studio
    Amenities

    Patio / balcony and Parking

  • 1604 LEVIS Street NE

    $3,200
    1604 Levis Street Northeast, Washington, DC 20002
    (240) 737-5000

    1 unit available
    2 bed
    Amenities

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

  • 315 UPSHUR Street NW

    $4,900
    315 Upshur Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20011
    (703) 568-4881

    1 unit available
    5 bed
    Amenities

    Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Garage, Recently renovated, and Coffee bar

  • 1915 21ST Place SE

    $2,700
    1915 21st Place Southeast, Washington, DC 20020
    (240) 737-5000

    1 unit available
    2 bed
    Amenities

    Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Parking, Recently renovated, Stainless steel + more

  • 5107 MACARTHUR Boulevard NW

    $2,550
    5107 MacArthur Boulevard Northwest, Washington, DC 20016
    (202) 669-6908

    1 unit available
    2 bed
    Amenities

    In unit laundry, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Parking, Ceiling fan, Playground + more

  • 1005 8TH Street SE

    $3,500
    1005 8th Street Southeast, Washington, DC 20003
    (240) 339-3030

    1 unit available
    Studio
    Amenities

    Parking and Range

  • 1632 RIDGE Place SE

    $3,500
    1632 Ridge Place Southeast, Washington, DC 20020
    (301) 681-0550

    1 unit available
    3 bed
    Amenities

    In unit laundry, Dishwasher, Parking, Recently renovated, Stainless steel, Ice maker + more

  • 1225 EMERSON Street NE

    $3,800
    1225 Emerson Street Northeast, Washington, DC 20017
    (240) 888-7732

    1 unit available
    3 bed
    Amenities

    In unit laundry, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Parking, Recently renovated, Stainless steel + more

  • 5313 ASTOR Place SE unit: 1

    $4,000
    5313 Astor Place Southeast, Washington, DC 20019
    (410) 535-6291

    1 unit available
    4 bed
    Amenities

    Parking, Range, Oven, and Refrigerator

  • 1002 RHODE ISLAND Avenue NE unit: 8

    $2,999
    1002 Rhode Island Avenue Northeast, Washington, DC 20018
    (571) 444-9448

    1 unit available
    2 bed
    Amenities

    Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, New construction, Parking, and Stainless steel

  • 604 NICHOLSON Street NE

    $3,500
    604 Nicholson Street Northeast, Washington, DC 20011
    (410) 349-6060

    1 unit available
    3 bed
    Amenities

    Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Parking, Recently renovated, Stainless steel + more

  • 128 33RD Street NE

    $2,700
    128 33rd Street Northeast, Washington, DC 20019
    (202) 938-0228

    1 unit available
    2 bed
    Amenities

    Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, and Parking

  • 505 FLORIDA Avenue NW

    $4,100
    505 Florida Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC 20001
    (202) 800-8389

    1 unit available
    Studio
    Amenities

    Parking

  • 1116 44TH Place SE

    $5,000
    1116 44th Place Southeast, Washington, DC 20019
    (240) 702-2600

    1 unit available
    4 bed
    Amenities

    Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Parking, Recently renovated, Pool, Hot tub + more

  • 1615 3RD Street NW

    $8,250
    1615 3rd Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20001
    (240) 737-5000

    1 unit available
    Studio
    Amenities

    Parking, Recently renovated, and Air conditioning

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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