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Apartments for Rent in Washington, DC under $1200

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    Garden Village tax credit Renovated Kitchen with stainless steel appliances and oak cabinetry in congress heights washington dc bedroom with bed, night stand, hardwood floor and modern lighting at garden village tax credit apartments in congress heights washington dc
    4.0
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    1720 Trenton Pl SE, Washington, DC 20020
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $1,175
    Garden Village tax credit Renovated Kitchen with stainless steel appliances and oak cabinetry in congress heights washington dc bedroom with bed, night stand, hardwood floor and modern lighting at garden village tax credit apartments in congress heights washington dc Villages Of Parklands Splash Park in washington dc garden village tax credit apartments in congress heights washington dc
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    5/5 RW on Sep 2, 2023

    This is a great location close to public transportation, grocery and quick need shopping. Great places for the kids to play or walk the dog.

    5/5 Trenita W. on Jul 13, 2023

    The rental office staff is the best. The property manager Trena knows her job and is ready to solve any problem. Jessica is very helpful and has great customer service skills.

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    a bedroom with a bed and two windows 1401 Tuckerman Street Apartments_Washington, DC Apartments_ Brightwood_Silver Spring
    5.0
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    1401 Tuckerman Street NW, Washington, DC 20011
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    STUDIO $1,125+
    a bedroom with a bed and two windows 1401 Tuckerman Street Apartments_Washington, DC Apartments_ Brightwood_Silver Spring Washington, DC Apartments_1401 Tuckerman Street_Brightwood Newly Renovated_Brightwood_1401 Tuckerman Street Apartments_ Washington, DC
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    5/5 Angela T. on Apr 14, 2023

    I’ve lived on Tuckerman in this property for 2yrs now. The staffing is attentive and pleasant. Everyone in the building is friendly and welcoming. The laundry room is safe, clean and well maintained. I enjoy living here and would recommend the location and building to family and friends.

    4.5/5 Anonymous on Jul 24, 2025

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  • a living room with a green couch and a table with chairs
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    3313 C Street, SE, Washington, DC 20019
    1 BED $1,130
  • a living room with a couch and a coffee table
    169
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    1535 Morris Road, SE, Washington, DC 20020
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
  • a living room with a black leather couch and a television
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    2501 N St. SE, Washington, DC 20019
    1 BED $847+
  • a kitchen with black appliances and wooden cabinets
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    3800 South Capitol St, Washington, DC 20032
    1 BED $1,100
    2 BEDS $950+
    3 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • a kitchen with black appliances and wooden cabinets
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    2321 4Th Street, NE, Washington, DC 20002
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  • a living room with a blue couch and a black and white rug
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    2532 Southern Ave SE, Washington, DC 20020
    1 BED $1,150+
  • a living room with a ceiling fan and a tv
    226
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    3101 Pennsylvania Ave. SE, Washington, DC 20020
    STUDIO $1,165+
  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    2607 Naylor Rd SE, Washington, DC 20020
    1 BED $1,200
  • a living room with a couch and a table
    186
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    3730-3790 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE, Washington, DC 20032
    1 BED $1,175
  • a living room with a couch and a television on the wall
    179
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    2 Forrester St SE, Washington, DC 20032
    1 BED $1,195
  • a living room with a couch and a table and a television
    411
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    2100 Maryland Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002
    1 BED $1,169+
  • a kitchen with a sink and stove and wooden cabinets
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    4510 2Nd Street, NE, Washington, DC 20011
    1 BED $1,185
  • A living room with a grey couch, a coffee table, and a dining table with chairs.
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    3738 D Street, SE, Washington, DC 20019
    1 BED $1,179
  • A kitchen with a white stove top oven and a white refrigerator.
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    57 Galveston Street, SW, Washington, DC 20032
    1 BED $1,199+
  • a kitchen with black appliances and wooden cabinets
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    99 Webster Street NE, Washington, DC 20011
    1 BED $669+
    2 BEDS $728+
  • a bedroom with a bed and a kitchen with a table and chairs
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    6939 Georgia Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20012
    STUDIO $1,095+
  • a living room with a table with tea cups on it
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    635 Edgewood St NE, Washington, DC 20017
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $135+
  • a living room with a green couch
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    4632 Livingston Rd. SE, Washington, DC 20032
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $1,199
  • a dining room with tables and chairs and a kitchen
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    3744 1/2 Hayes Street NE, Washington, DC 20019
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $974+
    2 BEDS $1,180+
  • A kitchen with a dining table and chairs is visible.
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    800 Southern Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20032
    Income Restricted
    STUDIO $1,100+
  • a living room with couches and a coffee table in front of a dining room
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    1212 Southern Ave, SE, Washington, DC 20032
    Income Restricted
    STUDIO $1,117
  • A building with the number 2727 on it.
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    2727 Fairlawn Avenue Southeast, Washington, DC 20019
    STUDIO $1,172+
    2 BEDS $988+
  • 2929 Nash Place Southeast 1 Bed Apartment for Rent
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    2929 Nash Place Southeast, Washington, DC 20019
    1 BED $1,111
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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 22 Nov 2025.

What are the best apartments in Washington, DC?

The best apartments in Washington, DC are: The Phoenix Apartments, Sixteen Hundred Apartments, 1900 Lamont, The Rodney Apartments and The Parkwest Apartments.

What type of rental buildings are in Washington, DC?

In Washington 59% of the housing is rented out compared to 41% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 45% of Washington’s apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 52% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 3% are single-family rentals.

Search for apartments in Washington, DC under $1,300

There’s more than one way to spend $1,300 on rent in Washington, DC, so the first step is to start thinking about what you really want from your new home. Be mindful of what makes you tick. Look for 2 bedroom apartments for rent for less than $1,300 if you want to share your living space and don’t mind being further away from the city center. Search for 3 bedroom apartments if you’re moving in with family or planning to share part of your life and living expenses with more friends. If city bustle is what you live for, you might want to search for a studio or 1 bedroom apartment closer to the city center.

The perfect $1,300 rental near you

Don’t dismiss the idea of a studio just because it sounds small and featureless: studios come in many shapes and sizes, and it only takes a few strikes of creativity to go from drab to lively. If an all-in-one-room apartment spells total lack of privacy for you, have a look at the 1 bedroom apartments for rent in Washington, DC. Customize your search by using more RentCafe filters. Decide what amenities you can’t live without and focus your search on the apartments that offer them. Are you bringing in a pet? Narrow your options to pet-friendly apartments for rent. Want more windows so that natural light floods your home? Hardwood floors or plush carpet in the living area? There are 96 apartments for rent below $1,300 in Washington, DC for every taste. Decide what you need, stay focused, and you’re bound to find your perfect apartment in no time.

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