Apartments for Rent in Washington, DC under $1200
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Rent specials RewardsStudio $1,200Base rent4.0 (6)1530 Rhode Island Ave NE, Washington, DC 20018Apply online • Pet friendly • Patio/Balcony
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Rent specials Only 2 units left1 bd $1,175+Base rent Income restricted3.0 (15)1717 Alabama Ave SE, Washington, DC 20020Apply online • Air conditioner • Hardwood Floors
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Only 3 units left1 bd $1,175+Base rent Income restricted4.0 (8)1720 Trenton Pl SE, Washington, DC 20020Apply online • Air conditioner • Large Closets
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Rent specialsStudio $1,125Base rent5.0 (3)1401 Tuckerman Street NW, Washington, DC 20011Dishwasher • Air conditioner • Hardwood Floors
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Rent specials1 bd $1,099+Base rent4.0 (13)4660 Martin Luther King Jr Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20032Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
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Rent specialsStudio $9001 bd $958Total monthly cost1611 Eckington Pl NE Suite 170, Washington, DC 20002Pet friendly
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Rent specials Only 2 units left1 bd $1,115+Base rent3.5 (11)2942 2Nd St. SE, Washington, DC 20032Apply online • Pool • Dishwasher
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Rent specials 38 units available5 bd $1,099+6 bd $1,199Total monthly cost2099 First St SW, Washington, DC 20024Apply online • Pet friendly • Patio/Balcony
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Rent specials Only 2 units left1 bd $1,175+Base rent Income restricted3.0 (15)1717 Alabama Ave SE, Washington, DC 20020Apply online • Air conditioner • Hardwood Floors
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Rent specialsStudio $1,149+Base rent3.5 (11)3738 D Street, SE, Washington, DC 20019Apply online • Parking • Dishwasher
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Rent specials RewardsStudio $1,064Base rent3.5 (5)1326 Florida Avenue NE, Washington, DC 20002Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
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Rent specials 5 units available1 bd $1,195+Base rent4.5 (13)2 Forrester St SE, Washington, DC 20032Apply online • Cat friendly • Large Closets
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Rent specials 5 units available1 bd $1,150+Base rent3.0 (11)2100 Maryland Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002Apply online • Laundry Facilities
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Only 3 units left1 bd $1,175+Base rent Income restricted4.0 (8)1720 Trenton Pl SE, Washington, DC 20020Apply online • Air conditioner • Large Closets
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Rewards 10 units availableStudio $1,034+1 bd $1,029+Base rent116 Irvington St SW, Washington, DC 20032Apply online • Pet friendly • Dishwasher
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Only 1 unit left1 bd $1,195+Base rent4.0 (6)2801 Pennsylvania Ave. SE, Washington, DC 20020Apply online • Cat friendly • Air conditioner
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Only 3 units left1 bd $1,195+Base rent4.5 (14)2607 Naylor Rd SE, Washington, DC 20020Apply online • Cat friendly • Air conditioner
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Rewards 6 units availableStudio $1,062+1 bd $1,009+Base rent2300 Marion Barry Ave SE, Washington, DC 20020Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
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Rent specials RewardsStudio $1,200Base rent4.0 (6)1530 Rhode Island Ave NE, Washington, DC 20018Apply online • Pet friendly • Patio/Balcony
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5 units available1 bd $1,096+Base rent6600 Luzon Ave NW, Washington, DC 20012Apply online
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Rent specials Rewards1 bd $1,1502 bd $1,054Base rent4.0 (2)3533 Ames St. NE, Washington, DC 20019Apply online • Laundry Facilities
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Rent specials Only 3 units left1 bd $1,149+Base rent3.0 (4)3200 E Street SE, Washington, DC 20032Apply online • Dishwasher • Laundry Facilities
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Rent specials1 bd $785+2 bd $1,036+Base rent116 Irvington St SW, Washington, DC 20032Dishwasher • Large Closets
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Rent specials Only 2 units left1 bd $1,175+Base rent Income restricted3.0 (15)1717 Alabama Ave SE, Washington, DC 20020Apply online • Air conditioner • Hardwood Floors
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Only 2 units leftStudio $1,049+Base rent2530-2532 Park Place SE, Washington, DC 20020Apply online • Dog friendly • Air conditioner
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Frequently asked questions
When were prices and availability in Washington, DC last updated?
Prices and availability in Washington, DC were last updated on 11 Nov 2026.
What are the best apartments in Washington, DC?
The best apartments in Washington, DC are: Archer Apartments, Sedgwick Gardens Apartments, Parkway Apartments, Connecticut House Apartments and The Parkwest Apartments.
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.