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In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage + more
In unit laundry, Nest technology, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher + more
Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Parking, Gym + more
Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, 24hr maintenance, Parking, Stainless steel, Walk in closets + more
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Gym, Pool + more
On-site laundry, Pet friendly, Parking, Recently renovated, Microwave, and Range
On-site laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Cats allowed, 24hr maintenance + more
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly + more
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage + more
On-site laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage + more
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly + more
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, 24hr maintenance + more
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Pet friendly, Parking, Gym, Pool + more
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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Whether you’re interested in a spacious three-bedroom apartment in Washington or a cozy condo in a quiet area, our user-friendly app narrows your choices down quickly. We also provide real-time alerts when new housing options become available to simplify your search.
With Apartment List, you can connect directly with landlords right on the app. Schedule tours and ask questions on the go, increasing your chances of signing a lease and snagging the perfect Washington, D.C. apartment to rent before it’s gone. If you have questions along the way, our team is here to help anytime via text, email, or phone.
Welcome to the Apartment List February 2026 Rent Report for Washington, DC. Currently, the overall median rent in the city stands at $2,074, after falling 0.9% last month. Prices are now down 4.2% year-over-year. Read on to learn more about what’s been happening in the Washington, DC rental market and how it compares to trends throughout the broader Washington, Dc metro area and the nation as a whole.
The median rent in Washington, DC fell by 0.9% over the course of January, and has now decreased by a total of 4.2% over the past 12 months. Washington, DC’s rent growth over the past year has has fallen behind the national average (-1.4%).
Washington, DC rents went down 0.9% in the past month, compared to the national rate of -0.2%. Among the nation's 100 largest cities, this ranks #98. Similar monthly rent growth took place in New Orleans, LA (-0.9%) and Albuquerque, NM (-0.9%).
Citywide, the median rent currently stands at $2,050 for a 1-bedroom apartment and $2,105 for a 2-bedroom. Across all bedroom sizes (ie, the entire rental market), the median rent is $2,074. That ranks #14 in the nation, among the country's 100 largest cities.
For comparison, the median rent across the nation as a whole is $1,189 for a 1-bedroom, $1,339 for a 2-bedroom, and $1,353 overall. The median rent in Washington, DC is 53.3% higher than the national, and is similar to the prices you would find in Santa Ana, CA ($2,215) and Seattle, WA ($2,041).
If we expand our view to the wider Washington, DC metro area, the median rent is $2,116 meaning that the median price in Washington, DC proper ($2,074) is 2.0% lower than the price across the metro as a whole. Metro-wide annual rent growth stands at -1.8%, above the rate of rent growth within just the city.
The table below shows the latest rent stats for 31 cities in the Washington, DC metro area that are included in our database. Among them, Lorton is currently the most expensive, with a median rent of $2,660. Frederick is the metro’s most affordable city, with a median rent of $1,633. The metro's fastest annual rent growth is occurring in Fredericksburg (2.5%) while the slowest is in Washington, DC (-4.2%).
You can also use the map below to explore the latest rent trends in the Washington, DC metropolitan area.
Apartment List is committed to the accuracy and transparency of our rent estimates. We begin with reliable median rent statistics from the Census Bureau, then extrapolate them forward to the current month using a growth rate calculated from our listing data. In doing so, we use a same-unit analysis similar to Case-Shiller’s approach, capturing apartment transactions over time to provide an accurate picture of rent growth in cities across the country. Our approach corrects for the sample bias inherent in other private sources, producing results that are much closer to statistics published by the Census Bureau and HUD. For more details, please see the Apartment List Rent Estimate Methodology.
Apartment List publishes monthly rent reports and underlying data for hundreds of cities across the nation, as well as data aggregated for counties, metros, and states. These data are intended to be a source of reliable information that help renters and policymakers make sound decisions. Insights from our data are covered regularly by journalists across the country. To access the data yourself, please visit our Data Downloads Page.
Apartment List has released Washington, DC’s results from the third annual Apartment List Renter Satisfaction Survey. This survey, which drew on responses from over 45,000 renters, provides insight on what states and cities must do to meet the needs of 111 million American renters nationwide.
"Washington, DC renters expressed general satisfaction with the city overall," according to Apartment List. "However, ratings varied greatly across different categories, indicating that even though renters love Washington, DC, some aspects can be better."
Key findings in Washington, DC include the following:
Washington, DC renters gave their city an A- overall.
The highest-rated categories for Washington, DC were jobs and career opportunities and public transit, which both received A+ grades.
The areas of concern to Washington, DC renters are affordability (D) and state and local taxes (C).
Millennial renters are very satisfied with their city, giving it an overall rating of A.
Washington, DC did relatively well compared to other cities nationwide, including New York, NY (C+), Los Angeles (C+) and Chicago, IL (B-).
The top rated cities nationwide for renter satisfaction include Scottsdale, AZ, Irvine, CA, Boulder, CO and Ann Arbor, MI. The lowest rated cities include Tallahassee, FL, Stockton, CA, Dayton, OH, Detroit, MI and Newark, NJ.
Renters say:
For more information on the survey methodology and findings or to speak to one of our researchers, please contact our team at rentonomics@apartmentlist.com.
"Washington is a city of Southern efficiency and Northern charm." (-John F. Kennedy).
Being the nation’s capital, Washington D.C. is obviously a desirable place to live. There are countless famous landmarks, monuments, and structures within the city that have been fascinating Washington D.C. residents and tourists for hundreds of years. However, it’s not just the city’s rich history and culture that draws people here. Washington D.C. is also home to great nightlife, wonderful shopping areas and an eclectic food scene. The thriving economy also provides ample job opportunities. If you are thinking about moving to Washington D.C., then you need to know the key information about the main neighborhoods in the city. This guide will give you a brief rundown of all of the top neighborhoods.
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View Washington City Guide"Washington is a city of Southern efficiency and Northern charm." (-John F. Kennedy).
Being the nation’s capital, Washington D.C. is obviously a desirable place to live. There are countless famous landmarks, monuments, and structures within the city that have been fascinating Washington D.C. residents and tourists for hundreds of years. However, it’s not just the city’s rich history and culture that draws people here. Washington D.C. is also home to great nightlife, wonderful shopping areas and an eclectic food scene. The thriving economy also provides ample job opportunities. If you are thinking about moving to Washington D.C., then you need to know the key information about the main neighborhoods in the city. This guide will give you a brief rundown of all of the top neighborhoods.
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The representation of ethnic minorities in Washington is higher than the national average. The eight main ethnic groups that make up the population of Washington are Black Or African American (42.7%), White (36.4%), Hispanic Or Latino (11.5%), Two Or More (4.7%), Asian (4%), Other (0.6%), American Indian Or Alaska Native (0%), and Native Hawaiian Or Other Pacific Islander (0%).
The representation of ethnic minorities in Washington is higher than the national average. The eight main ethnic groups that make up the population of Washington are Black Or African American (42.7%), White (36.4%), Hispanic Or Latino (11.5%), Two Or More (4.7%), Asian (4%), Other (0.6%), American Indian Or Alaska Native (0%), and Native Hawaiian Or Other Pacific Islander (0%).
Apartment List has released the results for Washington from the third annual Apartment List Renter Satisfaction Survey. This survey, which drew on responses from over 45,000 renters nationwide, provides insight on what states and cities must do to meet the needs of the country’s 111 million renters.
