Apartments for Rent in District of Columbia under $1200
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Studio $1,200+Base rent3.5 (14)1615 Franklin St NE, Washington, DC 20018Apply online • Pet friendly • In unit laundry
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1 bd $1,175+Base rent Income restricted4.0 (8)1720 Trenton Pl SE, Washington, DC 20020Apply online • In unit laundry • Air conditioner
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1 bd $1,175Base rent Income restricted3.0 (15)1717 Alabama Ave SE, Washington, DC 20020Apply online • In unit laundry • Air conditioner
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5 bd $1,199+6 bd $1,199Total monthly cost2099 First St SW, Washington, DC 20024Apply online • Pet friendly • Patio/Balcony
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1 bd $1,150+Base rent3.0 (11)2100 Maryland Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002Apply online • In unit laundry
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1 bd $1,150+Base rent4.0 (17)2532 Southern Ave SE, Washington, DC 20020Apply online • Pool • In unit laundry
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1 bd $1,085+Base rent3.5 (11)2942 2Nd St. SE, Washington, DC 20032Apply online • Pool • In unit laundry
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Studio $1,200+Base rent3.5 (14)1615 Franklin St NE, Washington, DC 20018Apply online • Pet friendly • In unit laundry
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Studio $9801 bd $1,175Base rent4.0 (4)3730-3790 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE, Washington, DC 20032Apply online • Cat friendly • In unit laundry
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1 bd $1,195Base rent4.5 (13)2 Forrester St SE, Washington, DC 20032Apply online • Cat friendly • In unit laundry
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1 bd $1,149Base rent3.0 (4)3200 E Street SE, Washington, DC 20032Apply online
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1 bd $755+2 bd $1,200Base rent4040 Livingston Road Southeast, Washington, DC 20032Apply online • Pet friendly
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1 bd $1,175+Base rent Income restricted4.0 (8)1720 Trenton Pl SE, Washington, DC 20020Apply online • In unit laundry • Air conditioner
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1 bd $1,1602 bd $1,163Base rent2300 Marion Barry Ave SE, Washington, DC 20020Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
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1 bd $1,056+Base rent4239 First Street Southeast, Washington, DC 20032Apply online • Pet friendly
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1 bd $1,081Base rent12 Danbury Street Southeast, Washington, DC 20032Apply online • Pet friendly
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1 bd $1,095Base rent10 Danbury Street Southeast, Washington, DC 20032Apply online • Pet friendly
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1 bd $1,175Base rent Income restricted3.0 (15)1717 Alabama Ave SE, Washington, DC 20020Apply online • In unit laundry • Air conditioner
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1 bd $1,162Base rent22 Danbury Street Southeast, Washington, DC 20032Apply online • Pet friendly
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1 bd $1,162Base rent4233 First Street Southeast, Washington, DC 20032Apply online • Pet friendly
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1 bd $1,000Base rent24 Danbury Street Southeast, Washington, DC 20032Apply online • Pet friendly
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1 bd $1,143Base rent16 Danbury Street Southeast, Washington, DC 20032Apply online • Pet friendly
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1 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 -
1 bd $1,099Base rent4.0 (7)118 Galveston St., SW, Washington, DC 20032Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
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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 16 Aug 2026.
What are the best apartments in District of Columbia?
The best apartments in District of Columbia are: Capital Plaza Apartments, The Shay, The Metropolitan Apartments, Archer Apartments and The Vale at the Parks.
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
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 $1,112 per month, there are 352 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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