What does "Cheap" mean for Apartment rentals in Downtown, DC?

Cheap is a relative term to communicate more "affordable" rental and living expenses. Although a property might be found within the "Cheap Apartments" search, does not mean it is a low-quality rental. These more affordable apartments are also relative to the other apartment inventory within Downtown. Some areas will be cheaper than others and based on demand, rent will fluctuate.

How to search for Cheap Apartments in Downtown, DC?

When searching on HotPads for more affordable apartments, use the "Sort:" feature to sort apartments by Lowest Price for Downtown. Additionally, set a max price for your search and select "Save search" to be notified in real-time when "cheaper" apartments come on the market.

What are some additional tips for securing a "cheaper" apartment?

Although a larger multi-tenant building is less likely to negotiate rental terms there are a few things that don't hurt to try, including: Offer to sign a longer lease for lowered monthly rent Negotiate landscaping or property maintenance for lowered monthly rent Ask about becoming an onsite property manager Educate yourself regarding the apartment rental market and market rates in Downtown. Knowing this will help you accurately negotiate fair rent.

Affordable Apartments for Rent in Downtown, Washington, DC from $1,600

Q: How many cheaper, more affordable apartments are available in Downtown, DC?

There are 701 cheaper apartment units available for rent.

1500 Mass, Washington, DC 20005
$1,597+ /mo
Studio - 2 beds · 37 units available
1500 MassWashington, DC 20005
New Today
Call(202) 524-8702
Zen Apollo, Washington, DC 20005
$1,669+ /mo
Studio - 2 beds · 38 units available
Zen ApolloWashington, DC 20005
New Today
Call(202) 840-8955
1300 N 812th #812, Washington, DC 20005
$1,700/mo
Studio · 1 bath · 354 sq ft
1300 N 812th #812Washington, DC 20005
Call(202) 966-1400
Balsa, Washington, DC 20005
$2,012+ /mo
Studio - 2 beds · 33 units available
BalsaWashington, DC 20005
New Today
Call(771) 232-9262
The Savoy, Washington, DC 20037
$2,175+ /mo
Studio - 2 beds · 21 units available
The SavoyWashington, DC 20037
New Today
The Woodward Building Apartments, Washington, DC 20005
$2,230+ /mo
Studio - 3 beds · 17 units available
The Woodward Building ApartmentsWashington, DC 20005
Residences at 1125 Midtown, Washington, DC 20005
$2,325+ /mo
Studio - 2 beds · 246 units available
Residences at 1125 MidtownWashington, DC 20005
New Today
701 Pennsylvania Ave #1110, Washington, DC 20004
$2,400/mo
1 bed · 13 baths · 539 sq ft
701 Pennsylvania Ave #1110Washington, DC 20004View units
1150 K St NW #1004, Washington, DC 20005
$2,400/mo
1 bed · 1 bath · 772 sq ft
1150 K St NW #1004Washington, DC 20005View units
1301 Thomas Circle, Washington, DC 20005
$2,474+ /mo
1 - 2 beds · 17 units available
1301 Thomas CircleWashington, DC 20005
New Today
Camden Grand Parc, Washington, DC 20005
$2,549+ /mo
Studio - 2 beds · 7 units available
Camden Grand ParcWashington, DC 20005
New Today
The Apartments at CityCenter, Washington, DC 20001
$2,570+ /mo
Studio - 2 beds · 26 units available
The Apartments at CityCenterWashington, DC 20001
New Today
733 15th St NW #8-ID122, Washington, DC 20005
$2,610/mo
Studio · 1 bath · 540 sq ft
733 15th St NW #8-ID122Washington, DC 20005View units
1210 Mass, Washington, DC 20005
$2,723+ /mo
Studio - 2 beds · 12 units available
1210 MassWashington, DC 20005
Price Drop
915 E 812th #812, Washington, DC 20004
$2,750/mo
1 bed · 1 bath · 651 sq ft
915 E 812th #812Washington, DC 20004
Accolade, Washington, DC 20005
$2,784+ /mo
Studio - 2 beds · 42 units available
AccoladeWashington, DC 20005
New Today
1133 14th St NW #706, Washington, DC 20005
$2,795/mo
1 bed · 1 bath · 727 sq ft
1133 14th St NW #706Washington, DC 20005View units
1010 Massachusetts Ave NW #1212, Washington, DC 20001
$2,850/mo
1 bed · 1 bath · 681 sq ft
1010 Massachusetts Ave NW #1212Washington, DC 20001
1445 Church #11, Washington, DC 20005
$3,000/mo
1 bed · 1 bath · 787 sq ft
1445 Church #11Washington, DC 20005
1300 Massachusetts Ave NW #104, Washington, DC 20005
$3,150/mo
1 bed · 1 bath · 960 sq ft
1300 Massachusetts Ave NW #104Washington, DC 20005
Elle, Washington, DC 20036
$3,168+ /mo
Studio - 2 beds · 12 units available
ElleWashington, DC 20036
2 Months Free
1420 Street #608, Washington, DC 20005
$3,300/mo
1 bed · 1 bath · 960 sq ft
1420 Street #608Washington, DC 20005
16th St NW, Washington, DC 20036
$3,611/mo
Studio · 1 bath
16th St NWWashington, DC 20036View units
801 17th St NW #ID1373193P, Washington, DC 20006
$4,583/mo
1 bed · 1.5 baths
801 17th St NW #ID1373193PWashington, DC 20006
1729 H St NW #ID1373186P, Washington, DC 20006
$4,680/mo
1 bed · 1.5 baths
1729 H St NW #ID1373186PWashington, DC 20006
920 I St NW #1106, Washington, DC 20001
$5,750/mo
2 beds · 2.5 baths · 1,124 sq ft
920 I St NW #1106Washington, DC 20001
800 17th St NW #ID1373183P, Washington, DC 20006
$7,378/mo
2 beds · 2 baths · 1,205 sq ft
800 17th St NW #ID1373183PWashington, DC 20006
1026 16th St NW #801, Washington, DC 20036
$9,500/mo
2 beds · 2 baths · 1,700 sq ft
1026 16th St NW #801Washington, DC 20036