What kinds of apartments are available to rent in Washington, DC?

Washington's rental market offers a very strong selection of listings, with an average of 5,083 available per month. The majority of these listings are 1-bedroom apartments, making up 41% of the market, followed by 2-bedroom apartments at 28%. Studios account for 13% of the market, while 3-bedroom apartments are relatively less common. Many Washington apartments offer desirable amenities, with air conditioning being a standout feature, available in 71% of listings. In-unit laundry is also a common perk, found in 70% of apartments. Additionally, 61% of listings include a dishwasher, making Washington a great option for renters who value convenience. Keep in mind that these figures are based on historical data, but they should give you a sense of what to expect in the current market.

How much does rent cost in Washington, DC and when is it cheapest?

Washington's average rent prices have experienced a slight decline, decreasing by about 1% to $2,512 per month, on average, for all rental sizes and types. The average cost of a 1-bedroom decreased by 1.3% to $2,380 per month, while 2-bedrooms dropped by 1.9% to $3,172 per month. 3-bedrooms saw a 1% decrease to $3,546 per month. Studios, however, saw a slight increase of 0.5% to $1,939 per month. Prices in Washington vary depending on the time of year. August is the month with the highest rent, with prices increasing by about 6% compared to February, the month with the lowest rent. Despite being the month with the lowest rent, February is also one of the most competitive months, with more demand compared to available inventory. In contrast, December is the least competitive month, with less overall demand compared to available inventory, making it a potentially good time to find a deal.

What architectural styles are common in Washington, DC apartments?

Washington's rich history is reflected in its stunning architecture, with many rentals showcasing the city's iconic styles. Federal-style homes, which account for around 16.7% of the market, are a classic example of this, drawing inspiration from the country's founding era and characterized by their symmetrical facades and balanced proportions. Another style deeply rooted in American history is Colonial, making up approximately 21.4% of the market. This style originated from the country's colonial past and is often marked by its use of brick, wood, and classic details. In contrast, Contemporary homes, which comprise about 49.8% of the market, offer a more modern take on Washington living, with sleek lines, minimal ornamentation, and an emphasis on functionality. Architectural style in Washington is representative of a subset of listings available on Zumper over the last few years.

What are the best neighborhoods for renters in Washington DC?

In Washington, the most sought-after neighborhoods are Benning, Trinidad-Langston, and Deanwood, with 1-bedroom rents averaging $3,744.50 per month. These areas garner significant interest, with Benning and Deanwood receiving 2.55 and 3.21 times more inquiries than the market average, respectively. Washington's top lifestyle trends are pet friendliness and social living. Pet owners will appreciate neighborhoods like Southwest Employment Area, Spring Valley, and River Terrace - Lily Ponds - Mayfair, which offer outdoor spaces, dog parks, and pet-friendly amenities. Social butterflies will thrive in areas like Mount Vernon Square, Logan Circle - Shaw, and Downtown - Penn Quarter - Chinatown, which feature a mix of safety, restaurants, and vibrant street life. These popular neighborhoods offer a unique blend of amenities and lifestyle options, making them highly desirable among renters in Washington.

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Washington, DC?

For those on a budget, Congress Heights and Deanwood offer more affordable options, with 1-bedroom rents at $1,387 and $1,328 per month, respectively - 40% and 43% lower than the city median.

Luxury Apartments for Rent in Washington, DC

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1500 Mass

1500 Massachusetts Ave Nw, Washington, DC 20005

Luxury | Roof deck | Fitness center

Studio–2 beds

1 bath

$1,559–$3,040

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Camden NoMa

61 Pierce St Ne, Washington, DC 20002

Luxury | Balcony | Walk-in closets

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$1,649–$3,359

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Camden South Capitol

1345 S Capitol St Sw, Washington, DC 20003

Luxury | Balcony | Walk-in closets

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$1,699–$3,529

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Camden Grand Parc

910 15th St Nw, Washington, DC 20005

Luxury | Balcony | Walk-in closets

Studio–1 bed

1 bath

$2,089–$2,849

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3003 Van Ness

3003 Van Ness St Nw, Washington, DC 20008

Luxury | Balcony | Roof deck

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$1,509–$3,553

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Business Center

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WestEnd25

1255 25th St Nw, Washington, DC 20037

Luxury | Swimming pool | Fitness center

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,979–$5,728

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Available Nov 8

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$1,545–$4,860

1701 H St Ne

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$1,475–$2,132

3636 16th Street Northwest

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Reverb

2131 9th St Nw, Washington, DC 20001

Luxury | Balcony | Roof deck

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,125–$3,805

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455 Eye Street

455 I St Nw, Washington, DC 20001

Luxury | Balcony | Roof deck

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$1,857–$4,744

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The Flats at Dupont Circle

2000 N St Nw, Washington, DC 20036

Luxury | Balcony | Walk-in closets

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$1,845–$4,045

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1010 17th St NE

1010 17th St Ne, Washington, DC 20002

Luxury | Furnished | Package service

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,231–$2,768

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$1,475–$1,690

3636 16th Street Northwest

$1,922–$2,618

2400 Pennsylvania Ave Nw

$1,826–$2,555

925 25th St Nw

$1,315–$4,889

2121 1st St Sw

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632 Howard Rd SE

632 Howard Rd Se, Washington, DC 20020

Luxury | Furnished | Package service

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,209–$3,895

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3743 12th St NE

3743 12th St Ne, Washington, DC 20017

Luxury | Furnished | Package service

1 bed

1 bath

$2,025–$2,726

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1320 4th St NE

1320 4th St Ne, Washington, DC 20002

Luxury | Furnished | Package service

2 beds

2 baths

$3,744–$5,135

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1335 Penn Ave SE

1335 Pennsylvania Ave Se, Washington, DC 20003

Luxury | Furnished | Package service

1 bed

1 bath

$2,126–$2,896

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Glover Park/Georgetown Townhouse for Rent

2103 37th St Nw #NA, Washington, DC 20007

Luxury | Balcony | Walk-in closets

2 beds

2 baths

$4,150

House for rent

Available Dec 1

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Assigned Parking

Hardwood Floor

In-Unit Laundry

Storage

4101 Albemarle St Nw #419 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

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$2200. Great DC location 1 BR/1BA in Cityline Condo with modern kitchen, washer/dryer in unit, fully-equipped gym, and 24-hr desk. Assigned parking (additional fee). Indoor access to Tenleytown Metro. Walk score of 94. Available Dec. 1, 2025.

4101 Albemarle St Nw #419, Washington, DC 20016

Luxury | Swimming pool | Fitness center

1 bed

1 bath

$2,200

Apartment for rent

Available Dec 1

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Air Conditioning

Carpet

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AVA Van Ness

2950 Van Ness St Nw, Washington, DC 20008

Luxury | Balcony | Roof deck

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$1,905–$3,328

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8h ago

8.7

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2112 New Hampshire Avenue

2112 New Hampshire Ave Nw, Washington, DC 20009

Luxury | Balcony | Roof deck

Studio–1 bed

1 bath

$1,899–$2,799

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Air Conditioning

Dishwasher

Fitness Center

Garage Parking

Hardwood Floor

On-Site Laundry

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13h ago

9.6

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Avalon at Foxhall

4100 Massachusetts Ave Nw, Washington, DC 20016

Luxury | Balcony | Roof deck

Studio–3 beds

1–2 baths

$1,921–$4,960

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Fitness Center

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In-Unit Laundry

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Connecticut Park Apartments

2828 Connecticut Ave Nw, Washington, DC 20008

Luxury | Walk-in closets | In-unit laundry

1–2 beds

1 bath

$2,129–$3,408

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Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Ceiling Fan

Controlled Access

Garage Parking

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Laundry

16h ago

8.9

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Capital Plaza Apartments

35 E St Nw, Washington, DC 20001

Luxury | Walk-in closets | Fitness center

Studio

1 bath

$1,599

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Ceiling Fan

Controlled Access

Fitness Center

Garage Parking

Hardwood Floor

On-Site Laundry

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16h ago

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The Metropolitan Apartments

200 Rhode Island Ave Ne, Washington, DC 20002

Luxury | Balcony | Walk-in closets

Studio–2 beds

1 bath

$1,875–$2,950

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Top amenities

Controlled Access

Fitness Center

Hardwood Floor

In-Unit Laundry

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1d ago

9.4

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Avalon The Albemarle

4501 Connecticut Ave Nw, Washington, DC 20008

Luxury | Fitness center | Hardwood floor

Studio–3 beds

1–2 baths

$1,880–$5,424

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Concierge Service

Hardwood Floor

Package Service

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1d ago

9.4

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The Statesman

2020 F St Nw, Washington, DC 20006

Luxury | Walk-in closets | Fitness center

Studio–1 bed

1 bath

$2,205–$2,922

Apartment for rent

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5d+ ago

Excellent

The Hudson

1425 P St Nw, Washington, DC 20005

Luxury | Balcony | Roof deck

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,810–$4,120

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Top amenities

Concierge Service

Elevator

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Laundry

On-Site Management

Package Service

5d+ ago

Excellent

The DeSoto

1445 P St Nw, Washington, DC 20005

Luxury | Balcony | Roof deck

2 beds

2 baths

$3,790

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Controlled Access

On-Site Laundry

On-Site Management

Package Service

Residents Lounge

Storage

5d+ ago

8.6

Very good

The Lansburgh

425 8th St Nw, Washington, DC 20004

Luxury | Balcony | Walk-in closets

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,800–$5,940

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Concierge Service

Controlled Access

Fitness Center

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Laundry

Swimming Pool

5d+ ago

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749 Park Rd NW #3, Washington, DC 20010

Luxury | Balcony | In-unit laundry

1 bed

1 bath

$1,975

Apartment for rent

Available Dec 1

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Hardwood Floor

In-Unit Laundry

3D tour

5d+ ago

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Studio in Columbia Heights on a flexible lease #1592

1443 Parkwood Pl Nw #3R, Washington, DC 20010

Luxury | In-unit laundry | Furnished

Studio

1 bath

$1,610

Apartment for rent

Available Nov 8

Top amenities

Hardwood Floor

In-Unit Laundry

Microwave

On-Site Laundry

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5d+ ago

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Studio in Edgewood on a flexible lease #1595

216 Ascot Pl Ne #B, Washington, DC 20002

Luxury | Furnished | Hardwood floor

Studio

1 bath

$1,460

Apartment for rent

Available Dec 14

Top amenities

Oven

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5d+ ago

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1 bedroom in Adams Morgan on a flexible lease #1482

1835 Mintwood Pl Nw #3, Washington, DC 20009

Luxury | In-unit laundry | Furnished

1 bed

1 bath

$2,360

Apartment for rent

Available Dec 7

Top amenities

Dishwasher

Fireplace

Furnished

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Laundry

3D tour

5d+ ago

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1 bedroom in Capitol Hill on a flexible lease #1457

1845 Burke St Se #B, Washington, DC 20003

Luxury | In-unit laundry | Furnished

1 bed

1 bath

$2,160

Apartment for rent

Available Nov 8

Top amenities

Assigned Parking

Dishwasher

In-Unit Laundry

Microwave

On-Site Laundry

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5d+ ago

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1621 T Street Northwest #702, Washington, DC 20009

Luxury | Walk-in closets | In-unit laundry

2 beds

2 baths

$4,100

Condo for rent

Available Nov 1

Top amenities

Central Heat

Dishwasher

Elevator

Hardwood Floor

In-Unit Laundry

Wheelchair Accessible

3D tour

5d+ ago

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Studio in Adams Morgan on a flexible lease #1479

1835 Mintwood Pl Nw #B, Washington, DC 20009

Luxury | In-unit laundry | Furnished

Studio

1 bath

$1,930

Apartment for rent

Available Dec 1

Top amenities

Fireplace

Furnished

In-Unit Laundry

Microwave

On-Site Laundry

2h ago

Excellent

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1726 H Street Northeast

1726 H St Ne, Washington, DC 20002

Luxury | In-unit laundry | Furnished

Studio

1 bath

$3,214

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Central Heat

Furnished

In-Unit Laundry

Microwave

Wi-Fi

1051 First Street Northeast - Photo 1 of 1

2h ago

8.4

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1051 First Street Northeast

1051 1st St Ne, Washington, DC 20002

Luxury | In-unit laundry | Furnished

2 beds

2 baths

$5,304

Price drop

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Dishwasher

Furnished

In-Unit Laundry

Microwave

Wi-Fi

465 New York Avenue Northwest - Photo 1 of 1

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2h ago

9.6

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465 New York Avenue Northwest

465 New York Ave Nw #989, Washington, DC 20001

Luxury | Swimming pool | In-unit laundry

Studio

1 bath

$1,730

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Assigned Parking

Dishwasher

Elevator

Microwave

Wi-Fi

825 10th Street Northwest - Photo 1 of 1

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9.6

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825 10th Street Northwest

825 10th St Nw #928, Washington, DC 20001

Luxury | Swimming pool | In-unit laundry

1 bed

1 bath

$2,380

Price drop

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Dishwasher

Furnished

In-Unit Laundry

Wi-Fi

1415 17th Street Northwest - Photo 1 of 1

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2h ago

9.6

Excellent

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1415 17th Street Northwest

1415 17th St Nw #25, Washington, DC 20036

Luxury | In-unit laundry | Furnished

1 bed

1 bath

$3,130

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Central Heat

Dishwasher

Furnished

Oven

Wi-Fi

3D tour

18h ago

9.6

Excellent

Verified

44 Banner Lane

44 Banner Ln #852, Washington, DC 20001

Luxury | Roof deck | In-unit laundry

1 bed

1 bath

$2,050

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Assigned Parking

Central Heat

Furnished

In-Unit Laundry

Oven

Wi-Fi

2009 8th Street Northwest - Photo 1 of 1

3D tour

18h ago

Excellent

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2009 8th Street Northwest

2009 8th St Nw #635, Washington, DC 20001

Luxury | Roof deck | In-unit laundry

1 bed

1 bath

$2,940

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Dishwasher

Furnished

Microwave

Oven

Roof Deck

Wi-Fi

1d ago

8.3

Very good

2224 40th Street NW

2224 40th Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20007

Luxury | In-unit laundry | Air conditioning

Studio–1 bed

1 bath

$1,900

Apartment for rent

Available Oct 1

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Dishwasher

In-Unit Laundry

3D tour

1d ago

9.9

Excellent

Verified

1313 L Street Northwest

1313 L St Nw #940, Washington, DC 20005

Luxury | In-unit laundry | Furnished

Studio–1 bed

1 bath

$1,600–$1,910

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Central Heat

Dishwasher

Elevator

Furnished

Oven

Wi-Fi

1d ago

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2400 M St Nw #1209, Washington, DC 20037

Luxury | Balcony | Roof deck

1 bed

1 bath

$3,570

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Business Center

Central Heat

In-Unit Laundry

Oven

Residents Lounge

1d ago

Verified

1214 Half St Se, Washington, DC 20003

Luxury | Furnished | On-site laundry

1 bed

1 bath

$4,950

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

On-Site Laundry

1d ago

Verified

814 Randolph St Nw, Washington, DC 20011

Luxury | Furnished | Air conditioning

1 bed

1 bath

$3,398

$3,004

Price drop

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Business Center

Dishwasher

Furnished

Microwave

Wi-Fi

1d ago

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1709 Lanier Pl Nw, Washington, DC 20009

Luxury | Balcony | In-unit laundry

1 bed

1 bath

$3,978

$3,817

Price drop

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Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Central Heat

Dishwasher

Furnished

In-Unit Laundry

Oven

1d ago

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2517 K St Nw, Washington, DC 20037

Luxury | Furnished | Elevator

1 bed

1 bath

$4,050

Apartment for rent

3D tour

1d ago

9.9

Excellent

Verified

301 M Street Southwest

301 M St Sw #1136, Washington, DC 20024

Luxury | In-unit laundry | Ev charging

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$1,510–$2,250

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Dishwasher

Furnished

In-Unit Laundry

Storage

Wi-Fi

1825 7th Street Northwest - Photo 1 of 1

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1d ago

9.9

Excellent

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1825 7th Street Northwest

1825 7th St Nw #1104, Washington, DC 20001

Luxury | In-unit laundry | Furnished

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$1,960–$2,130

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Central Heat

Dishwasher

In-Unit Laundry

Microwave

Wi-Fi

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