The Berkshire Apartments
4201 Massachusetts Ave NW,
Washington, DC 20016
$1,440 - $3,470
Studio - 2 Beds
Cathedral Heights
Washington, DC
Cathedral Heights - Washington, DC
Area Guide
A northwestern DC neighborhood teeming with idyllic charm
Peaceful
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Scenic
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Upscale
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Historic
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Charming
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Convenient
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Situated in northwestern Washington, DC, Cathedral Heights is a picturesque neighborhood brimming with historic homes and tree-dense avenues. Cathedral Heights neighbors American University, making the neighborhood a popular choice for students, faculty, and staff seeking a rental close to campus.
Cathedral Heights exudes a peaceful atmosphere, feeling tucked away from it all with a canopy of mature trees lining the roads. However, Cathedral Heights is just minutes away from iconic destinations such as the United States Naval Observatory, the Smithsonian National Zoological Park, Georgetown, Dupont Circle, and the heart of Downtown Washington, DC. The neighborhood is also popular with families for its tranquil feel, park-like environment, and excellent schools.
Rent Trends
As of January 2026, the average apartment rent in Cathedral Heights is $1,651 for a studio, $2,469 for one bedroom, $3,987 for two bedrooms, and $5,857 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Cathedral Heights has decreased by -4.8% in the past year.
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Studio
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445 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,651/month
Average Rent
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1 BR
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741 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$2,469/month
Average Rent
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2 BR
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1,109 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$3,987/month
Average Rent
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3 BR
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1,457 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$5,857/month
Average Rent
Transportation
77
Very Walkable
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.
57
Good Transit
out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
The area around this property has good transit with many nearby transportation options.
63
Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.
Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Discovery Creek Children's Museum
- Dumbarton Oaks
- Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens
- Tudor Place House & Garden
- National Zoo
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
Airports
- Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl
- Washington Dulles International
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† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in November 2025.