What is the average apartment size in District of Columbia?

The average size for a District of Columbia apartment is 747 square feet, but this number varies greatly depending on unit type, with cheap and luxury alternatives for houses and apartments alike. Studio apartments are the smallest and most affordable, 1-bedroom apartments are closer to the average, while 2-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom apartments offer a more generous square footage.

What is the average rent in District of Columbia?

As of Jul / 2025, the average rent in District of Columbia is $2,552 per month, a 2.03% increase from last year’s average of $2,502.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in District of Columbia?

In District of Columbia, studios rent for $1,933 per month, one-bedroom units average $2,417 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $3,173 per month.

What is the average apartment size in District of Columbia?

The typical apartment in District of Columbia offers about 747 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in District of Columbia?

Studio apartments in District of Columbia average 484 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 698 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 993 sq. ft.

District of Columbia Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in District of Columbia?

The typical rent budget in District of Columbia ranges from $2,001 to $2,500 per month, with 27% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in District of Columbia?

In District of Columbia, 59% of households rent while 41% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Last updated: October 24, 2025 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in District of Columbia is $2,552, a 2.03% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $2,502.

Studio Apartments at $1,933 offer the most budget-friendly option with 484 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 698 square feet for $2,417, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $3,173 offer 993 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Average rent in District of Columbia

Last updated: October 24, 2025

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$2,552	747 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,933	484 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$2,417	698 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$3,173	993 sq. ft.
3 Beds	n/a	n/a

District of Columbia rent trends

What's the typical rent budget in District of Columbia?

The largest share of rentals in District of Columbia (27%) fall between $2,001-$2,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in District of Columbia?

189,268 or 59% of the households in District of Columbia are renter-occupied while 132,288 or 41% are owner-occupied.

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How District of Columbia Compares to Other States

State	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
Alabama	$1,316	992 sq. ft.
Arizona	$1,588	860 sq. ft.
Arkansas	$1,119	893 sq. ft.
California	$2,633	854 sq. ft.
Colorado	$1,874	875 sq. ft.
Connecticut	$2,106	893 sq. ft.
Delaware	$1,662	916 sq. ft.
District of Columbia	$2,552	747 sq. ft.
Florida	$1,989	980 sq. ft.
Georgia	$1,650	1,024 sq. ft.
Idaho	$1,671	927 sq. ft.
Illinois	$2,037	837 sq. ft.
Indiana	$1,315	907 sq. ft.
Iowa	$1,251	903 sq. ft.
Kansas	$1,297	909 sq. ft.
Kentucky	$1,332	934 sq. ft.
Louisiana	$1,265	919 sq. ft.
Maryland	$1,901	906 sq. ft.
Massachusetts	$2,914	883 sq. ft.
Michigan	$1,398	919 sq. ft.
Minnesota	$1,618	891 sq. ft.
Mississippi	$1,314	1,009 sq. ft.
Missouri	$1,322	901 sq. ft.
Montana	$1,867	888 sq. ft.
Nebraska	$1,344	934 sq. ft.
Nevada	$1,547	907 sq. ft.
New Hampshire	$2,204	876 sq. ft.
New Jersey	$2,425	865 sq. ft.
New Mexico	$1,417	832 sq. ft.
New York	$2,274	897 sq. ft.
North Carolina	$1,563	975 sq. ft.
North Dakota	$1,146	965 sq. ft.
Ohio	$1,335	901 sq. ft.
Oklahoma	$1,065	859 sq. ft.
Oregon	$1,773	844 sq. ft.
Pennsylvania	$1,777	891 sq. ft.
Rhode Island	$2,193	924 sq. ft.
South Carolina	$1,620	1,013 sq. ft.
South Dakota	$1,175	913 sq. ft.
Tennessee	$1,535	950 sq. ft.
Texas	$1,463	889 sq. ft.
Utah	$1,630	923 sq. ft.
Virginia	$1,993	923 sq. ft.
Washington	$2,050	829 sq. ft.
Wisconsin	$1,586	918 sq. ft.

Where this data comes from

The rental statistics on this page were compiled by RentCafe.com, a nationwide apartment search website trusted by millions of renters to find apartments and houses for rent throughout the U.S.

Rent prices, trends, and apartment sizes were calculated based on data from our sister company, Yardi Matrix, an apartment market intelligence solution that covers approximately 90% of the U.S. metro area population. The data includes comprehensive information on all District of Columbia apartment buildings with 50 or more units, totaling 23.5 million apartments across 181 U.S. markets.

Housing composition data was sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, using the most recently available information by tenure.