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Last updated on October 16, 2026
Average rent in
Howard University, Washington, DC
Average rent in
Last updated on October 16, 2026
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Median rent
Median rent in Howard University
$3,435/mo
97%vs previous year
The average rent in Howard University is $3,435 per month as of October 2026. This is 81% above the national average rent, or $1,535 more per month.
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Total rentals
Available rentals in Howard University
20
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Howard University rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Howard University, Washington, DC
Average rent prices in Howard University have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 97% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Howard University, Washington, DC
Rent prices in Howard University vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Howard University is $3,197, whereas a house costs $4,200. 1-bedroom apartments in Howard University run $2,100 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $2,995.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,845 | - | 18% | |
1 bedroom | $2,150 |  6% | 38% | |
2 bedroom | $3,150 | 1% | 17% | |
3 bedroom | $4,200 | 6% | - | |
4 bedroom | $4,800 | No Change | - |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Au Park Friendship Heights Tenley | $5,200 | |
Eckington | $3,000 | |
Mcmillan Reservoir | $3,200 | |
Michigan Park | $3,395 | |
National Zoological Park | $2,356 | |
Rock Creek And Potomac Parkway | $2,600 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $3,197 | 1% | No Change | |
Condos | $2,950 | No Change | No Change | |
Houses | $4,200 | 14% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$1,845
Last year
18%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$2,150
Last 30 days
6%
Last year
38%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$3,150
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
17%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$4,200
Last 30 days
6%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$4,800
Au Park Friendship Heights Tenley
Average rent
$5,200
Eckington
Average rent
$3,000
Mcmillan Reservoir
Average rent
$3,200
Michigan Park
Average rent
$3,395
National Zoological Park
Average rent
$2,356
Rock Creek And Potomac Parkway
Average rent
$2,600
Apartments
Average rent
$3,197
Last 30 days
1%
Condos
Average rent
$2,950
Houses
Average rent
$4,200
Last 30 days
14%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Howard University, Washington, DC, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Howard University, Washington, DC compare to other neighborhoods?
Compare median rent prices in Howard University and Au Park Friendship Heights Tenley by all bedroom counts and property types.
Howard University
81%higher than the national median
174%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Howard University, Washington, DC is 34% lower than the median rent in Au Park Friendship Heights Tenley, Washington, DC.
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3d ago
2833 Georgia Ave Nw, Washington, DC 20001
2 beds
1 bath
$2,300–$2,650
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
3d ago
2833 Georgia Ave Nw, Washington, DC 20001
2 beds
1 bath
$2,300–$2,650
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
3d ago
2833 Georgia Ave Nw, Washington, DC 20001
2 beds
1 bath
$2,300–$2,650
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
3d ago
2833 Georgia Ave Nw, Washington, DC 20001
2 beds
1 bath
$2,300–$2,650
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Howard University, Washington, DC
Quick answers to common questions about the Howard University rental market.
How much is rent in Howard University?
The average rent in Howard University is $3,435 per month as of October 10, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Howard University?
Average rent prices in Howard University have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 97% since last year.
How does Howard University rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Howard University is 81% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $1,535 more per month.
What salary do I need to afford rent in Howard University?
To comfortably afford rent in Howard University, you'd need to earn approximately $137,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).