Apartments for Rent in District of Columbia under $1200
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Rent specialsStudio $1,195+Base rent4.0 (35)5415 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20015Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
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Rent specials RewardsStudio $1,150+Base rent3.5 (14)1615 Franklin St NE, Washington, DC 20018Apply online • Pet friendly • In unit laundry
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Rent specials RewardsStudio $1,200Base rent4.0 (6)1530 Rhode Island Ave NE, Washington, DC 20018Apply online • Pet friendly • In unit laundry
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5 units available1 bd $1,175+Base rent Income restricted3.0 (15)1717 Alabama Ave SE, Washington, DC 20020Apply online • In unit laundry • Air conditioner
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Rent specials 25 units available5 bd $1,199+6 bd $1,199Total monthly cost2099 First St SW, Washington, DC 20024Apply online • Pet friendly • Patio/Balcony
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5 units available1 bd $1,150+Base rent3.0 (11)2100 Maryland Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002Apply online • In unit laundry
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Only 3 units left1 bd $1,150+Base rent4.0 (16)2532 Southern Ave SE, Washington, DC 20020Apply online • Pool • In unit laundry
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Only 3 units left1 bd $1,195+Base rent3.0 (6)3101 Pennsylvania Ave. SE, Washington, DC 20020Apply online • Cat friendly • In unit laundry
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Rent specialsStudio $1,195+Base rent4.0 (35)5415 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20015Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
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Rent specials Only 2 units left1 bd $1,149Base rent3.0 (4)3200 E Street SE, Washington, DC 20032Apply online
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8 units availableStudio $831+1 bd $1,160+Base rent2300 Marion Barry Ave SE, Washington, DC 20020Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
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Only 2 units leftStudio $1,0501 bd $1,038Base rent12 Danbury Street Southeast, Washington, DC 20032Apply online • Pet friendly
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Only 1 unit left1 bd $1,162Base rent22 Danbury Street Southeast, Washington, DC 20032Apply online • Pet friendly
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Rent specials RewardsStudio $1,150+Base rent3.5 (14)1615 Franklin St NE, Washington, DC 20018Apply online • Pet friendly • In unit laundry
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Only 1 unit left1 bd $1,162Base rent4233 First Street Southeast, Washington, DC 20032Apply online • Pet friendly
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Only 2 units left1 bd $1,045+Base rent4239 First Street Southeast, Washington, DC 20032Apply online • Pet friendly
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Only 1 unit left1 bd $1,150Base rent10 Danbury Street Southeast, Washington, DC 20032Apply online • Pet friendly
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Only 1 unit left1 bd $1,000Base rent24 Danbury Street Southeast, Washington, DC 20032Apply online • Pet friendly
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Rent specials RewardsStudio $1,200Base rent4.0 (6)1530 Rhode Island Ave NE, Washington, DC 20018Apply online • Pet friendly • In unit laundry
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Only 1 unit left1 bd $1,143Base rent16 Danbury Street Southeast, Washington, DC 20032Apply online • Pet friendly
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Only 1 unit left1 bd $1,162Base rent4235 First Street Southeast, Washington, DC 20032Apply online • Pet friendly
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Only 2 units leftStudio $1,0001 bd $1,099+2 bd $716Base rent4.0 (3)4264 Benning Road Northeast, Washington, DC 20019Apply online
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Rent specials1 bd $1,179Base rent3.5 (11)3738 D Street, SE, Washington, DC 20019Apply online • Parking • In unit laundry
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5 units available1 bd $1,175+Base rent Income restricted3.0 (15)1717 Alabama Ave SE, Washington, DC 20020Apply online • In unit laundry • Air conditioner
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Rent specials Only 1 unit left1 bd $1,195Base rent4.5 (13)2 Forrester St SE, Washington, DC 20032Apply online • Cat friendly • In unit laundry
Frequently asked questions
When were prices and availability in District of Columbia last updated?
Prices and availability in District of Columbia were last updated on 7 Jul 2026.
What are the best apartments in District of Columbia?
The best apartments in District of Columbia are: The Shay, The Metropolitan Apartments, The Vale at the Parks, The Phoenix Apartments and The Rodney Apartments.
What type of rental buildings are in District of Columbia?
In District of Columbia, 58% of the residents are renting compared to 42% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 47% of District of Columbia's rentals, 50% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 3% are single-family rentals.
Renting apartments in District of Columbia under $1,200
Are you looking for a smart space where you can easily combine comfort with convenience? You will surely find the property that perfectly fits your needs with this variety of options. RentCafe offers you 369 apartments for rent in District of Columbia from 89 modern buildings, so you’ll certainly find something suitable for you. If you want to live alone or with your partner, you might want to look for a studio or browse through our selection of 1 bedroom apartments. If you need more space but you don’t want to spend more than necessary on a monthly rent, check out our 2 bedroom or 3 bedroom apartments for less than $1,200, and make the most out of your budget.
Finding the best rental near you
District of Columbia is an amazing place to call home, with several rentals under $1,200 for you to choose from. There are many options and filters you can apply to your search to make the process easier and to find your next apartment faster and more efficiently. Asking yourself ‘are there any cheap apartments near me’? With our helpful filters, you can easily find the home of your dreams that also fits within your budget. With rent prices as low as $150 in District of Columbia, you can find affordable and appealing apartments that match your requirements. Sort your search by ‘Rent’ ascending to see the cheapest ones at the top of the list. As soon as you find your perfect apartment, make sure to contact the property to check for availability or apply online directly on RentCafe.