Cortland Mount Vernon
443 New York Ave NW,
Washington, DC 20001
$2,096 - $13,925 Total Monthly Price
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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Museums
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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 April 2026, the average apartment rent in Downtown DC is $1,472 for a studio, $2,109 for one bedroom, $3,025 for two bedrooms, and $4,447 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Downtown DC has decreased by -2.0% in the past year.
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Studio
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473 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,472/month
Average Rent
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1 BR
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771 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$2,109/month
Average Rent
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2 BR
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1,148 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$3,025/month
Average Rent
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3 BR
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1,577 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$4,447/month
Average Rent
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Downtown DC - Washington, DC is for everyday living.
Exceptionally Walkable
Walkability
90
/ 100
Exceptional Public Transit
Transit
100
/ 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
70
/ 100
Exceptionally Bikeable
Bikeability
90
/ 100
Daily Essentials
In Downtown DC - Washington, DC, daily errands are quick and hassle-free.
Supermarket Within a 5 Minute Walk
Groceries
100
/ 100
Exceptional Restaurant Variety Nearby
Restaurants
90
/ 100
Exceptional Café Variety Nearby
Cafes
90
/ 100
Exceptional Variety of Shops Nearby
Shopping
90
/ 100
Recreation
Downtown DC - Washington, DC provides ample green space and fitness centers within easy reach.
Exceptional Amount of Park Space Nearby
Parks
100
/ 100
Exceptional Wellness Amenity Variety Nearby
Wellness
100
/ 100
Local Vibe
Get a sense of what it’s like to live in Downtown DC - Washington, DC from everyday activity to noise and nightlife.
Vibrant Atmosphere
Vibrancy
70
/ 100
Exceptional Nightlife Variety Nearby
Nightlife
90
/ 100
Fairly Noisy
Quiet Score
70
/ 100
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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
Transit / Subway
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 February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.