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Apartments for Rent in Washington, DC under $1200


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    Studio $1,200
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    The Edwards

    4.0 (6)
    1530 Rhode Island Ave NE, Washington, DC 20018
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Patio/Balcony
  • Rent specials Only 2 units left
    1 bd $1,175+
    Base rent Income restricted
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    Manor Village

    3.0 (15)
    1717 Alabama Ave SE, Washington, DC 20020
    Apply online • Air conditioner • Hardwood Floors
  • Only 3 units left
    1 bd $1,175+
    Base rent Income restricted
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    Garden Village

    4.0 (8)
    1720 Trenton Pl SE, Washington, DC 20020
    Apply online • Air conditioner • Large Closets
  • Rent specials
    Studio $1,125
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    5.0 (3)
    1401 Tuckerman Street NW, Washington, DC 20011
    Dishwasher • Air conditioner • Hardwood Floors
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    1 bd $1,099+
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    The Vista

    4.0 (13)
    4660 Martin Luther King Jr Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20032
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • Rent specials
    Studio $900
    1 bd $958
    Total monthly cost
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    Judd And Weiler

    1611 Eckington Pl NE Suite 170, Washington, DC 20002
    Pet friendly
  • Rent specials Only 2 units left
    1 bd $1,115+
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    River Hill Apartments

    3.5 (11)
    2942 2Nd St. SE, Washington, DC 20032
    Apply online • Pool • Dishwasher
  • Rent specials 38 units available
    5 bd $1,099+
    6 bd $1,199
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    Colette

    2099 First St SW, Washington, DC 20024
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Patio/Balcony
  • Rent specials Only 2 units left
    1 bd $1,175+
    Base rent Income restricted
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    Manor Village

    3.0 (15)
    1717 Alabama Ave SE, Washington, DC 20020
    Apply online • Air conditioner • Hardwood Floors
  • Rent specials
    Studio $1,149+
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    Banneker Place

    3.5 (11)
    3738 D Street, SE, Washington, DC 20019
    Apply online • Parking • Dishwasher
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    Studio $1,064
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    Hendrix Apartments

    3.5 (5)
    1326 Florida Avenue NE, Washington, DC 20002
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • Rent specials 5 units available
    1 bd $1,195+
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    The Colonnade

    4.5 (13)
    2 Forrester St SE, Washington, DC 20032
    Apply online • Cat friendly • Large Closets
  • Rent specials 5 units available
    1 bd $1,150+
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    Jetu

    3.0 (11)
    2100 Maryland Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002
    Apply online • Laundry Facilities
  • Only 3 units left
    1 bd $1,175+
    Base rent Income restricted
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    Garden Village

    4.0 (8)
    1720 Trenton Pl SE, Washington, DC 20020
    Apply online • Air conditioner • Large Closets
  • Rewards 10 units available
    Studio $1,034+
    1 bd $1,029+
    Base rent
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    Eagle Crest Residences

    116 Irvington St SW, Washington, DC 20032
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Dishwasher
  • Only 1 unit left
    1 bd $1,195+
    Base rent
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    2801 Pennsylvania

    4.0 (6)
    2801 Pennsylvania Ave. SE, Washington, DC 20020
    Apply online • Cat friendly • Air conditioner
  • Only 3 units left
    1 bd $1,195+
    Base rent
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    New Horizon

    4.5 (14)
    2607 Naylor Rd SE, Washington, DC 20020
    Apply online • Cat friendly • Air conditioner
  • Rewards 6 units available
    Studio $1,062+
    1 bd $1,009+
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    The Langston Views

    2300 Marion Barry Ave SE, Washington, DC 20020
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    Studio $1,200
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    The Edwards

    4.0 (6)
    1530 Rhode Island Ave NE, Washington, DC 20018
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Patio/Balcony
  • 5 units available
    1 bd $1,096+
    Base rent
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    LUZON & VAN BUREN

    6600 Luzon Ave NW, Washington, DC 20012
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    1 bd $1,150
    2 bd $1,054
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    Ames Street

    4.0 (2)
    3533 Ames St. NE, Washington, DC 20019
    Apply online • Laundry Facilities
  • Rent specials Only 3 units left
    1 bd $1,149+
    Base rent
    3.0 (4)
    3200 E Street SE, Washington, DC 20032
    Apply online • Dishwasher • Laundry Facilities
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    1 bd $785+
    2 bd $1,036+
    Base rent
    116 Irvington St SW, Washington, DC 20032
    Dishwasher • Large Closets
  • Rent specials Only 2 units left
    1 bd $1,175+
    Base rent Income restricted
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    Manor Village

    3.0 (15)
    1717 Alabama Ave SE, Washington, DC 20020
    Apply online • Air conditioner • Hardwood Floors
  • Only 2 units left
    Studio $1,049+
    Base rent
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    2530-2532 Park Place SE

    2530-2532 Park Place SE, Washington, DC 20020
    Apply online • Dog friendly • Air conditioner
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When were prices and availability in Washington, DC last updated?

Prices and availability in Washington, DC were last updated on 11 Nov 2026.

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What type of rental buildings are in Washington, DC?

In Washington 58% of the housing is rented out compared to 42% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 47% of Washington'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 Washington, DC 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 377 apartments for rent in Washington, DC from 77 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

Washington, DC 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 $124 in Washington, DC, 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.