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Apartments for Rent in Washington, DC under $1000

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Apartments for Rent in Washington, DC under $1000. 83 Rentals Available
  • a small kitchen with a stove and a sink
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    1535 Morris Road, SE, Washington, DC 20020
    1 BED $905
  • a rendering of a tall brick building on a city street
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    400 Florida Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002
    1 BED $1,000+
  • a living room with a couch and a coffee table
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    1535 Morris Road, SE, Washington, DC 20020
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  • a kitchen with black appliances and wooden cabinets
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    3800 South Capitol St, Washington, DC 20032
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    2 BEDS $950+
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    116 Irvington St. Suite B SW, Washington, DC 20032
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  • a sign on the side of a brick building
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    114 Wayne Place SE, Washington, DC 20032
    1 BED $990
  • 1912 C St Studio-1 Apartment for Rent
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    1912 C St, Washington, DC 20002
    STUDIO $600+
    1 BED $825+
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    2921 Nash Place Southeast, Washington, DC 20019
    1 BED $872+
  • a red brick house with a green lawn and trees
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    3652 Bangor St SE, Washington, DC 20020
    1 BED $1,000
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    224 36Th Street Northeast, Washington, DC 20019
    1 BED $977
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    2908 Nash Place Southeast, Washington, DC 20019
    1 BED $988+
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  • a small yellow house with a porch and a tree
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    4902 Arkansas Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC 20011
    1 BED $800
  • a living room with a green couch
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    4632 Livingston Rd. SE, Washington, DC 20032
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  • a house with a sidewalk in front of it
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    1829 H Street NE, Washignton, DC 20002
    1 BED $850
  • a kitchen with a sink and a stove and a ceiling light
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    2607 Bowen Rd SE, Washington, DC 20020
    Income Restricted
    2 BEDS $491+
  • a living room with a table with tea cups on it
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    635 Edgewood St NE, Washington, DC 20017
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $164+
  • the sign apartments at the entrance of the park
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    3744 1/2 Hayes Street NE, Washington, DC 20019
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $974
  • a kitchen and dining room with a table and chairs
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    2317 Hartford Street, Washington, DC 20020
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Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Washington, DC last updated?

Prices and availability in Washington, DC were last updated on 5 Apr 2026.

What are the best apartments in Washington, DC?

The best apartments in Washington, DC are: The Parkwest Apartments, Garden Village, 1724 T Street NW, Jasper Place and Alton District.

What type of rental buildings are in Washington, DC?

In Washington, 59% of the residents are renting compared to 41% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 45% of Washington's rentals, 52% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 3% are single-family rentals.

Renting apartments in Washington, DC under $1,000

Searching for apartments for rent in Washington, DC under $1,000 is not an easy task, but luckily you have come to the right place. Whether you are a student on a budget, a young professional on the move, or simply a frugal person, RentCafe can help you find what you are looking for. Just make sure you know what you consider non-negotiable and what you can compromise on. Your new home is just a few clicks away. In Washington, DC, where the average rent is $1,124 per month, there are 83 units available for less than $1,000. Click on any of these units to see pictures, floor plans, amenities and more. After you have picked your favorite, you can contact the property to check availability. Considering that you are trying to spend as little as possible, looking at 1 bedroom apartments and studio apartments might be a good idea.

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