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Houses for Rent in Congress Heights, Washington, DC

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Houses for Rent in Congress Heights, Washington, DC. 21 Rentals Available
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    802 Malcolm X Avenue Southeast, Washington, DC 20032
    4 BEDS $2,500
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    2222 Chester St SE, Washignton, DC 20020
    3 BEDS $2,013
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    #13, Hillcrest Heights, MD 20746
    2 BEDS $1,750
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    3524 28Th Parkway, Temple Hills, MD 20748
    3 BEDS $1,875
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    3801 W Street SE, Washington, DC 20020
    2 BEDS $1,900
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    1350 Constitution Avenue NE, Washington, DC 20002
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    520 E Street Northeast, #11, Washington, DC 20002
    1 BED $2,560
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    #429, Alexandria, VA 22304
    2 BEDS $2,530
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    922 K Street Northeast, Washington, DC 20002
    3 BEDS $3,872
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    1829 I Street Northeast, Washington, DC 20002
    4 BEDS $4,186
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    1151 Oates ST NE #1, Washington, DC 20002
    2 BEDS $2,750
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    Unit 1, Washington, DC 20001
    1 BED $2,590
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    1829 H Street NE, Washignton, DC 20002
    1 BED $850
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    49 Skyhill Road #202, Alexandria, VA 22314
    2 BEDS $2,633
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    1626 4Th Street NW, Washington, DC 20001
  • # 7, Washington, DC 20020
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    20 R St NE, Washington, DC 20002
    4 BEDS $4,564
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    940 24Th Street NW, Washington, DC 20037
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    3019 Rainbird Court, Forestville, MD 20747
    3 BEDS $2,200
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    4986 Just St NE, Wasington, DC 20019
    3 BEDS $2,450
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    1330 Fairmont Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20009
    6 BEDS $7,500
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    1401 Foxhall Road NW, Washington, DC 20007
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    3815 W Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20007
    3 BEDS $3,600
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    9515 Dalmatia Drive, Clinton, MD 20735
    4 BEDS $2,500
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    3701 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington, DC 20016
    1 BED $1,995
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Congress Heights, Washington, DC rent trends

Rental prices in Congress Heights, Washington, DC have increased by 3.36% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,440 to $1,489.

Average rent in Congress Heights, Washington, DC

$1,489/mo Congress Heights, Washington, DC average rental price, February 2026
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The average monthly rent for an apartment in Congress Heights, Washington, DC is around $1,489.

    What's the typical rent budget in Congress Heights, Washington, DC?

    A share of 62% of apartments in Congress Heights, Washington, DC have the cheapest rents between $1,001-$1,500. Around 37% of Congress Heights's apartments have monthly rents between $1,501-$2,000.

    The largest share of rentals in Congress Heights, Washington, DC (62%) fall between $1,001-$1,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

    Getting around in Congress Heights, DC

    76 /100
    Very Walkable
    67 /100
    Good Transit
    49 /100
    Somewhat Bikeable
    Walk Score®: 76, Transit Score®: 67, Bike Score®: 49

    Frequently asked questions

    What is the average size of a rental house in Congress Heights, Washington, DC?

    The average Congress Heights, Washington, DC rental house size is 1,140 sq. ft.

    What are the advantages of renting a house in Congress Heights, Washington, DC?

    Renting a house in Congress Heights, Washington, DC comes with more space, both indoor and outdoor.

    What are the downsides of renting a house apartment in Congress Heights, Washington, DC?

    Houses for rent in Congress Heights, Washington, DC are usually located in non-central areas.

    Congress Heights, Washington, DC demographics

    • 7,867Total Population
    • 3,979 Female
      3,888 Male
    • 34.3Median Age

    In total, Congress Heights, Washington, DC has 7,867 residents, 3,979 women and 3,888 men, per U.S. Census recent estimates. Statistics show that the median age of Congress Heights’s population is 34.3.

    Congress Heights, Washington, DC households

    • 1,648 Family
      1,746 Non-family
    • 1,004 Children
      2,390 No Children
    • 3,394Total Number of Households
    • 2.16Average People Per Household
    • $49,139Median Household Income

    There is a total of 3,394 households in Congress Heights, Washington, DC. Of these, 1,004 have children and 2,390 are without children. Per Census Bureau’s most current estimates, 1,648 family households and 1,746 non-family households live in this area. The size of a household in Congress Heights is 2.16 people, on average. The median household annual income in Congress Heights equals $49,139, and the monthly housing costs equal $1,388.

    Congress Heights, Washington, DC education statistics

    According to data from the U.S. Census Bureau, 3% of the population in Congress Heights, Washington, DC have no high school education, 51% went to high-school, and 21% have partially completed college. Moreover, 4% of the population hold an Associate Degree, 9% hold a Bachelor Degree, and 11% hold a Graduate Degree.

    Renting a house in Congress Heights, Washington, DC

    You know it’s time for a change, and snatching your dream house might be the perfect way to start. If you’re not sure where to look, we’ll give you a tip. About 25 rental homes are located in Congress Heights, Washington, DC, ranging in price from $850 to $7,500. Whether you’re looking for duplexes, townhouses or single family homes for rent, you’re sure to find what you need. The average rent for a Congress Heights, Washington, DC property is about $2,971, but if you’re looking for cheap houses for rent, take a look at 1 bedroom and 2 bedroom properties, which are likely to be more affordable.

    Renting a house. It’s a family affair!

    Single family homes have long been an attractive option for family oriented people. If you have a big family, 3 bedroom and 4 bedroom properties might be the right fit for you. To find the home of your dreams, don’t forget to use the filters on RentCafe, so you can be sure that you’re not wasting any time looking at properties that don’t interest you. Soon enough you will be enjoying the privacy and comfort of your new home, without any noises coming from the upstairs neighbors. Don’t forget about the added benefit of having a backyard, a safe place for your children and family pet, where you can also try your hand at gardening and, why not, grow your own organic vegetables. Don’t forget to ask your landlord for permission in writing before you make any changes to the landscape. If one of the 25 Congress Heights, Washington, DC homes for rent is the right one for you, you can apply for a lease online right here on RentCafe.

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