Washington, D.C./ Real Estate & Development
Published on May 22, 2020
The cheapest apartments for rent in Shaw, Washington450 Meridian at Gallery Place |
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Need a budget-friendly new spot? Though apartment hunting can be challenging, don't despair just yet — there are deals to be had. So what does a cheap price on a rental in Shaw look like these days — and what might you get for the price?

According to Walk Score's assessment, the neighborhood is a "walker's paradise," is great for biking and boasts excellent transit options. It also features median rents for a one bedroom that hover around $2,073, compared to a $2,000 one-bedroom median for Washington as a whole.

A look at local listings in Shaw via rental sites Zumper and Apartment Guide offers an overview of what budget-minded apartment seekers can expect to find in this Washington neighborhood.

Read on for the cheapest listings available right now. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.)

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930 M St., NW

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Listed at $1,500/month, this 600-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment, located at 930 M St., NW, is 27.6% less than the $2,073/month median rent for a one bedroom in Shaw.

When it comes to building amenities, expect an elevator, secured entry and garage parking. The unit also includes carpeted floors and a dishwasher. The rental is cat-friendly. Be prepared for a $250 cat deposit.

(See the complete listing here.)

625 S St. NW

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This one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment, situated at 625 S St. NW, is also listed for $1,500/month.

Expect to find a fireplace in the unit; there's also on-site laundry available. Cats and dogs are not permitted.

(See the complete listing here.)

26 New York Ave. NW

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Here's a one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment at 26 New York Ave. NW, which is going for $1,575/month.

Neither cats nor dogs are welcome.

(See the full listing here.)

450 Meridian at Gallery Place

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Photo: Zumper

Then there's this 561-square-foot studio at 450 Meridian at Gallery Place, listed at $1,805/month.

The listing promises a walk-in closet, a balcony, carpeted floors and a dishwasher in the unit. Good news for animal lovers: This property is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly. The rental doesn't require a leasing fee.

(See the listing here.)

1924 Eighth St. NW

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Photo: Apartment Guide

This studio apartment, situated at 1924 Eighth St. NW, is listed for $2,079/month for its 664 square feet.

The listing promises hardwood flooring and a dishwasher in the apartment. Good news for animal lovers: This rental is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly. The building offers secured entry and garage parking.

(See the listing here.)


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