Budget apartments for rent in Columbia Heights, Washington

Budget apartments for rent in Columbia Heights, Washington1415 Chapin St. NW | Photo: Zumper
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Published on May 15, 2020

Apartment hunting on a budget can be challenging. So what does the low-end rent on a rental in Columbia Heights look like these days — and what might you get for the price?

Per Walk Score ratings, the neighborhood has excellent walkability, is a "biker's paradise" and boasts excellent transit options. It also features median rents for a one bedroom that hover around $1,795, compared to a $2,000 one-bedroom median for Washington as a whole.

A look at local listings in Columbia Heights via rental sites Zumper and Apartment Guide paints a picture of what budget-minded apartment seekers can expect to find in this Washington neighborhood.

Take a look at the cheapest listings available right now, below. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.)

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1315 Park Road NW

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Photo: Zumper

Then there's this 500-square-foot apartment with one bedroom and one bathroom at 1315 Park Road NW, listed at $1,659/month.

In the unit, you'll find central heating and a dishwasher. Pets are not welcome. The building offers outdoor space and on-site laundry. Expect a $25 application fee.

(See the listing here.)

1420 Clifton St. NW

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Photo: Zumper

Check out this one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment at 1420 Clifton St. NW, listed at $1,700/month.

The building offers assigned parking. The listing also promises a mix of hardwood floors and carpeting, a renovated kitchen, a walk-in closet and a dishwasher in the unit. Future tenants needn't worry about a leasing fee.

(Here's the listing.)

1415 Chapin St. NW

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Photo: Zumper

This one-bedroom, one-bathroom space, situated at 1415 Chapin St. NW, is also listed for $1,700/month for its 540 square feet.

In the unit, expect a mix of hardwood floors and carpeting. Cats and dogs are not welcome. Building amenities include additional storage space. The rental doesn't require a leasing fee.

(See the listing here.)

2608 Sherman Ave. NW

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Photo: Zumper

Over at 2608 Sherman Ave. NW, there's this one-bedroom, one-and-a-half-bathroom condo, going for $1,750/month.

You can expect in-unit laundry, stainless steel appliances and central air conditioning in the unit. Pet lovers are in luck: This rental is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly. When it comes to building amenities, expect a swimming pool.

(View the listing here.)


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