Accolade
1425 New York Ave NW,
Washington, DC 20005
$3,221 - $13,000 | Studio - 2 Beds
Downtown DC
Washington, DC
Downtown DC - Washington, DC
Area Guide
Welcome to the bustling center of the Nation’s Capital
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Welcome to the center of all things history! The downtown district of Washington DC is a true treasure chest of historic American artifacts, monuments, theaters, museums, architecture, memorials, and more. If you’re a history buff, look no further than Downtown DC.
The downtown district of the capital holds historic gems like the White House, George Washington University, the Washington Monument, the Smithsonian National Museum of American History, and the Lincoln Memorial. That’s quite the mouthful—but that’s not even the half of it! Downtown DC is a highly sought-after rental destination because of its rich history, political significance, diverse community, and unbeatable attractions.
With the abundance of apartment rentals, finding your new home won’t be a struggle. Rentals range between longstanding and historic, quaint and cozy, and modern and luxurious. Mass transit is widespread and vital for the daily commutes of Downtown DC’s residents, so there are plenty of ways to get around town. This bustling downtown district boasts one of the best varieties of retailers, restaurants, and entertainment venues in the country, including CityCenter DC, a modern shopping center with fairly high-end retailers!
Famous department stores and smaller shops reside around this lively commercial district, along with historic and artistic gems like Ford’s Theatre and the National Portrait Gallery. Delectable restaurants await your taste buds in Downtown DC. Test your palate with tavern classics at Old Ebbitt Grill or trendy American plates at the Hamilton!
Rent Trends
As of June 2025, the average apartment rent in Downtown DC is $2,060 for a studio, $2,736 for one bedroom, $4,097 for two bedrooms, and $5,253 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Downtown DC has decreased by -0.1% in the past year.
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Studio
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483 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$2,060/month
Average Rent
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1 BR
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713 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$2,736/month
Average Rent
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2 BR
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1,070 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$4,097/month
Average Rent
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3 BR
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1,377 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$5,253/month
Average Rent
Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- National Geographic Museum
- National Aquarium
- National Mall & Memorial Parks
- National Museum of Natural History
- Smithsonian Butterfly Habitat Garden
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
Airports
- Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl
- Washington Dulles International
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Methodology
† 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 June 2025.