Skip to Content (Press Enter)
  1. Home

Southwest - Waterfront Apartments for Rent - Washington, DC

94 Properties

Washington Apartments Options

Search by Property Type

Local Guide

See what Washington, DC has to offer.

All About

Living in Washington, DC

Southwest Waterfront Apartments for Rent - Washington, DC

Trying to find an apartment in Southwest Waterfront, a metropolitan neighborhood near Washington, DC? This is a renter-friendly neighborhood, with 60% of locals renting their homes. For renters who prefer a calm neighborhood, less than half of households have children. Residents of Southwest Waterfront are well-educated, with a large number having professional degrees. Getting to and from work takes about 30 minutes on average. There are a variety of transportation options in this area. While you'll probably need a car, you may not need it for everything.

Popular Listings

What Renters Like and Dislike

What Renters Like and Dislike About Southwest - Waterfront Washington

That everything is within walking distance of grocery stores and Metro the buses Police department right around the corner the Nationals stadium everything's in walking distance

The people that live in my neighborhoods is really good and all the local stores and malls and we have neighborhood watch which makes you love the neighborhood

Who Lives Here

Southwest - Waterfront Washington Demographics

Education

High School

13%

Associate's

8%

Bachelor's

23%

Master's

18%

Doctorate

38%

Family Size

2 people

67%

3 people

23%

4 people

4%

5 people

4%

6+ people

3%

Household Income

0-50k

33%

50-100k

24%

100-150k

20%

150-200k

11%

200k+

12%

Age

0-10

6%

10-20

4%

20-45

53%

45-65

21%

65+

16%

Affordability

How expensive is it in Southwest - Waterfront Washington?

Percentage: 4/54/5

Renters gave this area a 4 out of 5 for affordability

Rent Trends

Studio1 Bed2 Beds3 Beds
Sep '23$1875$2355$3059-
Aug '23$1954$2250$3194-
Jul '23$2009$2279$3250-
Jun '23$1919$2320$3249-
May '23$1984$2275$3250-
Apr '23$1914$2264$3175-
Mar '23$1949$2250$3250-
Feb '23$1909$2274$3250-
Jan '23$1957$2202$3074-
Dec '22$1863$2237$3044-
Nov '22$1927$2237$3119-
Oct '22$1979$2312$3177-
Sep '22$2064$2380$3295-

*The rent information included in this summary is based on a median calculation of multifamily rental property inventory on Apartment Guide and Rent.com over the past 12-months and is for illustrative purposes only. This information does not constitute a pricing guarantee or financial advice related to the rental market.

Getting Around Southwest - Waterfront Washington

Southwest - Waterfront Washington Transportation

Commute Time

0-15 Mins

15%

15-30 Mins

43%

30-40 Mins

23%

40-60 Mins

13%

60+ Mins

6%

Top Scores: Grocery, Restaurant, Coffee

Things To Do In Southwest - Waterfront Washington

Top Score

Grocery Stores

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

The food shops around here are few and far between.

  1. Few grocery stores per resident
  2. 83% more grocery stores than average
  3. 40% more grocery stores than areas of a similar size

Restaurants

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Southwest - Waterfront Washington serves up a dining scene that's only lukewarm.

  1. Few restaurants per resident
  2. 73% more restaurants than average
  3. 36% more restaurants than areas of a similar size

Coffee

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

The coffee scene is lukewarm in Southwest - Waterfront Washington.

  1. Few coffee shops per resident
  2. 61% more coffee shops than average
  3. 47% more coffee shops than areas of a similar size

Childcare

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Southwest - Waterfront Washington is low on childcare options so get on the waiting list early.

  1. Few daycares per resident
  2. 60% more daycares than average
  3. 40% fewer daycares than areas of a similar size

Retail Shops

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

The retail inventory is low in Southwest - Waterfront Washington.

  1. Few shops per resident
  2. 70% more shops than average
  3. 20% more shops than areas of a similar size

Health and Fitness

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

You'll have to workout somewhere else to keep fit.

  1. Few gyms per resident
  2. 83% more gyms than average
  3. 53% more gyms than areas of a similar size

Theaters

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Hiding in the dressing room? Southwest - Waterfront Washington has a quiet theater scene.

  1. Few theaters per resident
  2. 91% more theaters than average
  3. 70% more theaters than areas of a similar size

Fine Arts

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

You gotta Van Gogh somewhere else for art.

  1. Few fine art centers per resident
  2. 83% more fine art centers than average
  3. 27% more fine art centers than areas of a similar size

Amusement Parks

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

In need of a lift: Southwest - Waterfront Washington is light on amusement parks.

  1. A high number of amusement parks per resident
  2. 89% more amusement parks than average
  3. 73% more amusement parks than areas of a similar size

Medical Care

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

We have a bone to pick with this Southwest - Waterfront Washington's access to medical care.

  1. Few medical facilities per resident
  2. 58% more medical facilities than average
  3. 7% fewer medical facilities than areas of a similar size

Nightlife

1.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Disco is definitely dead around here.

  1. Few bars and clubs per resident
  2. An average number of bars and clubs
  3. A standard number of bars and clubs compared to areas of a similar size

Parks

1.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Room for improvement. More parks please.

  1. Few parks per resident
  2. An average number of parks
  3. A standard number of parks compared to areas of a similar size

Pet Services

1.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

We're not mutts about Southwest - Waterfront Washington.

  1. Few pet facilities per resident
  2. An average number of pet facilities
  3. A standard number of pet facilities compared to areas of a similar size

Hospitals

1.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

You'll work yourself into a fever to find a hospital in this area.

  1. Few hospitals per resident
  2. An average number of hospitals
  3. A standard number of hospitals compared to areas of a similar size

Gas Stations

1.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Fasten your seat belt, it's a long way to get gas.

  1. Few gas stations per resident
  2. An average number of gas stations
  3. A standard number of gas stations compared to areas of a similar size

Southwest - Waterfront Washington Education

Schools

Percentage: 5/55/5

School Score

How satisfied do renters feel with the schools in this area.

Top Schools in Southwest - Waterfront Washington

5/10

Amidon-Bowen Elementary School

Grades PK-5 • Public

7/10

Van Ness Elementary School

Grades PK-3 • Public

8/10

Brent Elementary School

Grades PK-5 • Public

7/10

Tyler Elementary School

Grades PK-5 • Public

NRNo Rating

Peabody Elementary School

Grades PK-K • Public

7/10

Watkins Elementary School

Grades 1-5 • Public

Information provided by GreatSchools. To verify school enrollment eligibility, contact the school district directly.

All About

Living in Washington, DC

Southwest Waterfront Apartments for Rent - Washington, DC

Trying to find an apartment in Southwest Waterfront, a metropolitan neighborhood near Washington, DC? This is a renter-friendly neighborhood, with 60% of locals renting their homes. For renters who prefer a calm neighborhood, less than half of households have children. Residents of Southwest Waterfront are well-educated, with a large number having professional degrees. Getting to and from work takes about 30 minutes on average. There are a variety of transportation options in this area. While you'll probably need a car, you may not need it for everything.

Popular Listings