Average Rent in Anacostia, Washington, DC

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Current Versus Historical Anacostia, Washington, DC Rents

Anacostia rentals average $1,500 for a 1-bedroom rental to $0 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $2,000, or roughly $2 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in November 2024, median rents have risen over the last year. Studio rentals prices have decreased by $3,765 (-75.08%) year-over-year from $5,015 to $1,250. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $121 (8.75%) year-over-year from $1,379 to $1,500. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $68 (3.58%) year-over-year from $1,907 to $1,975. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $236 (10.20%) year-over-year from $2,314 to $2,550. 4-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $733 (-19.64%) year-over-year from $3,733 to $3,000. Note that this figure includes all active and rented listings throughout the month.

Month-to-month, seasonality might have a bigger impact than overall trend price changes. Studio rents have gone down by 0.00% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone up by 4.72% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 0.89% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone down by 6.13% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone down by 10.87% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Nov 2024 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
1 BR	$2.14	$1,500	$1,379 (8.75%)	$1,671 (-10.22%)
2 BR	$2.31	$1,975	$1,907 (3.58%)	$1,657 (19.22%)
3 BR	$2.08	$2,550	$2,314 (10.20%)	$2,306 (10.59%)

Historical Rents in Anacostia, Washington, DC

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Top Cities Near Anacostia

There are a total of 4 cities nearby Anacostia. The average rent in Anacostia is currently $2,801 per month. Our records show that Alexandria, VA, with an average rent of $2,506, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near Anacostia, Washington, DC is Bethesda, MD. Monthly rents here are on average $3,686 per month.

Let's compare Anacostia, Washington, DC's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. Typically, rent for studios in Anacostia, Washington, DC is inf% more affordable than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 59.42% more affordable. Two bedrooms in Anacostia, Washington, DC are about 66.00% more affordable. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 51.94% more affordable. Want more information? Check out the top 4 cities near Anacostia, Washington, DC in the following chart.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Alexandria, VA	$1,850	$2,099	$2,710	$2,506
Arlington, VA	$2,088	$2,384	$3,374	$2,753
Washington, DC	$1,950	$2,399	$3,100	$2,850
Bethesda, MD	$2,216	$2,586	$3,730	$3,686

Top Neighborhoods Near Anacostia

There are a total of 3 neighborhoods in or near Anacostia. Some of these neighborhoods include Van Ness - Forest Hills, Columbia Heights, and Cathedral - Wesley Heights - McLean Gardens. We've included all of these top 3 neighborhoods in or near Anacostia, Washington, DC in the following chart.

The average rent for these 3 neighborhoods in or near Anacostia, Washington, DC is currently around $3,250 per month. Meaning, only three neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $3,250. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than Anacostia's average rent, which is only $2,000. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near Anacostia, Van Ness - Forest Hills has the most affordable average rent at $2,304 per month. Whereas, at $3,500 average rent per month, Cathedral - Wesley Heights - McLean Gardens is the most expensive neighborhood in or near Anacostia. View the following chart for more information.

Neighborhood	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Van Ness - Forest Hills, Washington, DC	$1,669	$2,300	$3,263	$2,304
Columbia Heights, Washington, DC	N/A	$2,200	$3,048	$3,250
Cathedral - Wesley Heights - McLean Gardens, Washington, DC	$2,050	$2,901	$4,366	$3,500

Top Counties Near Anacostia

There are a total of 3 counties located by Anacostia, Washington, DC.

We've listed the top 0 counties in the chart below.

County	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All

Top Zipcodes Near Anacostia

There are a total of 3 zipcodes in or near Anacostia, Washington, DC. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $2,509.

The following chart includes the top 3 zipcodes in Anacostia, Washington, DC. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.

Zipcode	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
22314, Alexandria, VA	N/A	$2,206	$3,223	$2,779
20008, Washington, DC	$1,676	$2,402	$3,412	$2,474
22201, Arlington, VA	$2,035	$2,291	$3,409	$2,509

Frequently Asked Questions - Anacostia Average Rents

What is the average rent price in Anacostia, Washington, DC?

The average monthly rental price for Anacostia, Washington, DC apartments for rent is approximately $2,000. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.

Do Anacostia, Washington, DC rent prices drop in winter?

Yes! On average we see a 3.4% drop in rental prices between the peak summer months and the slower winter months. With the added bonus of decreased competition from other renters looking to move, winter is generally considered the best time of the year to find an apartment for rent in Anacostia, Washington, DC.

How much is a studio apartment in Anacostia, Washington, DC?

The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $0 and an average price per square feet of $0.00. There are a total of 0 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in Anacostia.

How much is a one bedroom apartment in Anacostia, Washington, DC?

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $1,500 and an average price per square feet of $2.14. There are a total of 10 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Anacostia.

How much is a two bedroom apartment in Anacostia, Washington, DC?

The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $1,950 and an average price per square feet of $2.31. There are a total of 22 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Anacostia.

How have rent prices in Anacostia, Washington, DC changed this year?

Rent prices for rentals in Anacostia, Washington, DC can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by -0.75%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.09%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.04%, and three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.10% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in Anacostia, Washington, DC?

A reasonable rent price in Anacostia, Washington, DC is around $1,600/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.