Washington, DC Rental Market Trends
Last updated: October 28, 2025 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau
Highlights
The average rent for an apartment in Washington 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.
Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,196 sq ft) for $3,673, suitable for larger households.
Average rent in Washington, DC
Last updated: October 28, 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 | $3,673 | 1,196 sq. ft. |
Washington, DC rent trends
What's the typical rent budget in Washington, DC?
The largest share of rentals in Washington, DC (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 Washington, DC?
189,268 or 59% of the households in Washington, DC are renter-occupied while 132,288 or 41% are owner-occupied.
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 Washington 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.