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Apartments for Rent in District of Columbia under $1200

Apartments for Rent in District of Columbia under $1200. 398 Rentals Available
398 Rentals Available

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    Studio $1,150+
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    3.5 (14)
    1615 Franklin St NE, Washington, DC 20018
    Apply online • Pet friendly • In unit laundry
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    Studio $1,200
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    4.0 (6)
    1530 Rhode Island Ave NE, Washington, DC 20018
    Apply online • Pet friendly • In unit laundry
  • 5 units available
    1 bd $1,175+
    Base rent Income restricted
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    3.0 (15)
    1717 Alabama Ave SE, Washington, DC 20020
    Apply online • In unit laundry • Air conditioner
  • Rent specials Only 1 unit left
    1 bd $1,175
    Base rent Income restricted
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    4.0 (8)
    1720 Trenton Pl SE, Washington, DC 20020
    Apply online • In unit laundry • Air conditioner
  • Rent specials 25 units available
    5 bd $1,199+
    6 bd $1,199
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    2099 First St SW, Washington, DC 20024
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Patio/Balcony
  • 5 units available
    1 bd $1,150+
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    3.0 (11)
    2100 Maryland Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002
    Apply online • In unit laundry
  • Only 3 units left
    1 bd $1,150+
    Base rent
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    4.0 (16)
    2532 Southern Ave SE, Washington, DC 20020
    Apply online • Pool • In unit laundry
  • Only 3 units left
    1 bd $1,195+
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    3.0 (6)
    3101 Pennsylvania Ave. SE, Washington, DC 20020
    Apply online • Cat friendly • In unit laundry
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    3.5 (14)
    1615 Franklin St NE, Washington, DC 20018
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  • Rent specials Only 2 units left
    1 bd $1,149
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    3.0 (4)
    3200 E Street SE, Washington, DC 20032
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  • Only 1 unit left
    2 bd $910+
    Base rent
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    4.0 (28)
    1122 Bladensburg Road NE, Washington, DC 20002
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • Only 2 units left
    Studio $1,050
    1 bd $1,038
    Base rent
    12 Danbury Street Southeast, Washington, DC 20032
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • Only 1 unit left
    1 bd $1,143
    Base rent
    16 Danbury Street Southeast, Washington, DC 20032
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    4.0 (6)
    1530 Rhode Island Ave NE, Washington, DC 20018
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  • Only 1 unit left
    1 bd $1,162
    Base rent
    22 Danbury Street Southeast, Washington, DC 20032
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  • Only 1 unit left
    1 bd $1,150
    Base rent
    10 Danbury Street Southeast, Washington, DC 20032
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  • Only 1 unit left
    1 bd $1,162
    Base rent
    4233 First Street Southeast, Washington, DC 20032
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  • Only 1 unit left
    1 bd $1,056
    Base rent
    4239 First Street Southeast, Washington, DC 20032
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  • 5 units available
    1 bd $1,175+
    Base rent Income restricted
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    3.0 (15)
    1717 Alabama Ave SE, Washington, DC 20020
    Apply online • In unit laundry • Air conditioner
  • Only 1 unit left
    1 bd $1,162
    Base rent
    4235 First Street Southeast, Washington, DC 20032
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • Only 1 unit left
    1 bd $1,000
    Base rent
    24 Danbury Street Southeast, Washington, DC 20032
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  • Only 2 units left
    Studio $1,000
    1 bd $1,099+
    2 bd $716
    Base rent
    4.0 (3)
    4264 Benning Road Northeast, Washington, DC 20019
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  • 5 units available
    1 bd $1,199
    Base rent Income restricted
    3.5 (6)
    4632 Livingston Rd. SE, Washington, DC 20032
    Apply online • Large Closets
  • Rent specials Only 1 unit left
    1 bd $1,175
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    4.0 (8)
    1720 Trenton Pl SE, Washington, DC 20020
    Apply online • In unit laundry • Air conditioner
  • Rent specials
    1 bd $1,179
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    3.5 (11)
    3738 D Street, SE, Washington, DC 20019
    Apply online • Parking • In unit laundry
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When were prices and availability in District of Columbia last updated?

Prices and availability in District of Columbia were last updated on 6 Jul 2026.

What are the best apartments in District of Columbia?
What type of rental buildings are in District of Columbia?

In District of Columbia 58% of the housing is rented out compared to 42% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 47% of District of Columbia's apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 50% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 3% are single-family rentals.

Renting apartments in District of Columbia under $1,200

Searching for apartments for rent in District of Columbia under $1,200 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 District of Columbia, where the average rent is $1,136 per month, there are 398 units available for less than $1,200. 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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