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Apartments Under $500 in Washington, DC

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Onyx On First Apartments
1100 First Street Se Washington, DC
1 BR | Available Now
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$ Ask - 2,934
100 Capitol Yards
100 Capital Yards Washington, DC
1 BR | Available Now
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$ Ask - 2,096
The Louis
1920 14th Street Nw Washington, DC
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$ Ask - 2,595
The Belgard
33 N Street Ne Washington, DC
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$ Ask - 2,419
Mass Court
300 Massachusetts Avenue Nw Washington, DC
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$ Ask - 2,397
1717 17th St NW
Washington, DC
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3433 Mount Pleasant St Apt 202 NW
Washington, DC
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many apartments under $500 are available in Washington, DC on Rentable.co?

There are 7 apartments under $500 in Washington currently available for rent on Rentable.co.

How many studio apartments under $500 are available in Washington?

Rentable.co has 32 studio apartments under $500 available for rent in Washington.

How many one-bedroom apartments under $500 are available in Washington?

Rentable.co has 119 one-bedroom apartments under $500 available for rent in Washington.

How many two-bedroom apartments under $500 are available in Washington?

Rentable.co has 53 two-bedroom apartments under $500 available for rent in Washington.

Can I afford a apartment under $500 in Washington, DC?

To comfortably afford a apartment under $500 in Washington based on average rent prices, a household would need an annual income of $4,000.

Which neighborhoods have the most apartments under $500 for rent in Washington, DC?

  1. Mount Vernon Triangle
  2. Fort Stanton
  3. George Washington University
  4. Howard University

Apartments Under $500 in Washington, DC: December Rental Information

Welcome to the December 2025 Washington, DC Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the December 2025 key findings and figures for the Washington, DC rental landscape.

Our experts analyze the inventory trends for apartments under $500 — overall market rent-distribution, availability by bedroom count, and month-over-month comparisons — in Washington, DC and surrounding areas. This summary also provides insights into available features and amenities, as well as location options for apartments under $500 in Washington, DC. Whether you're a student, young professional, or someone looking for an affordable place to live, this report will give you a comprehensive overview of the rental market in the area and help you make an informed decision about your next apartment.
0 32 65 97 130 <$1,300 $1,360 $1,480 $1,600 $1,720 $1,840 $1,960 $2,080 $2,200 $2,320 $2,440 $2,560 $2,680 $2,800 $2,920 $3,040 $3,160 $3,280

Available Apartments Under $500: Washington vs. Surrounding Areas

Washington, DC
Arlington, VA
Ashburn, VA
Fairfax, VA
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In December 2025, Rentable found a total of 73 apartments available for rent under $500 in the Washington, DC metro area. This data includes apartments in Washington, DC as well as the surrounding cities of Barnesville, Berwyn Heights, Bladensburg, Bowie, Brentwood, Brookeville, Cheverly, Chevy Chase Section Five, Chevy Chase Section Three, Chevy Chase View, Chevy Chase Village, College Park, District Heights, Gaithersburg, Garrett Park, Glen Echo, Glenarden, Greenbelt, Hyattsville, Indian Head, Kensington, La Plata, Landover Hills, Laurel, Laytonsville, Martins Additions, Morningside, Mount Rainier, New Carrollton, North Chevy Chase, Poolesville, Riverdale Park, Rockville, Seat Pleasant, Somerset, Takoma Park, University Park, Washington Grove, Fairfax, Falls Church, Herndon, Manassas, Manassas Park, Vienna, Alexandria, Ashburn, Chantilly, Clarksburg, Dale City, Fort Washington, Great Falls, Lorton, Sprinfield, Triangle, Upper Marlboro, Waldorf, Silver Spring, Mclean, Arlington, Woodbridge, Crofton, Centreville, Germantown, Burke, Annandale, Sterling, Oakton, Damascus, Montgomery Village, Adelphi, Beltsville, Temple Hills, Suitland, Oxon Hill, Camp Springs, Largo, Tysons Corner, South Riding, Potomac, Burtonsville, Olney, Bristow, Glendale, Clinton, Fort Belvoir, Cheltenham, North Potomac, Mitchellville, Aspen Hill, Fulton, Brandywine, Darnestown, White Plains, Reston, Bethesda, Capitol Heights, Springfield, Lanham, Forestville, Chevy Chase, Dumfries, Landover, North Bethesda, and Idylwood. Renters looking for affordable options in and around the nation's capital can utilize the chart above to easily find and compare these budget-friendly rental opportunities.

Apartments Under $500 Now vs. Last Month: Washington and Surrounding Areas

City Apartments Under $500 in December M/M % Change
Washington, DC 16 +1.0%
Arlington, VA 7 +0.89%
Ashburn, VA 4 +0.86%
Fairfax, VA 3 +1.0%
Woodbridge, VA 3 +0.64%
Falls Church, VA 2 +1.0%
Vienna, VA 2 +1.0%
Silver Spring, MD 2 +1.0%
Rockville, MD 2 +1.08%
Laurel, MD 1 +1.11%

Looking for Apartments Under $500 in Washington?

Available apartments under $500 212
Top amenities Refrigerator, Range / Oven, High Speed Internet, Secured Entry, Pet Friendly Community
Pet friendly 38
Utilities included 5
Studio 9
1 Bedroom 26
2 Bedroom 17

Where are Washington Apartments Under $500?

Top Neighborhoods Mount vernon triangle, Fort stanton, George washington university, Howard university
Mount Vernon Triangle 1
Fort Stanton 1
George Washington University 1
Howard University 1
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