Dupont Circle Rent Prices & Neighborhood Guide
Vibrant neighborhood with historic rowhouses, LGBTQ+ community, Embassy Row, and excellent dining scene.
Washington, DCAvg Rent: $2,775/moWalk Score: 96
Walkability
96
Walk Score
Transit
90
Transit Score
Commute
10 min
To Downtown
Safety
Good
Rating
Dupont Circle Rent Prices
Studio
$1,700
per month
1 Bedroom
$2,100
per month
2 Bedrooms
$3,000
per month
3 Bedrooms
$4,300
per month
Rent Trend: Stable
Neighborhood Character
Vibe & Demographics
Neighborhood Vibe
Vibrant, diverse, urban
Demographics
Young professionals, LGBTQ+ community, diplomats
Best For
Young professionalsLGBTQ+ communityUrban lifestyleWalkability
Lifestyle & Amenities
Restaurant Scene
Excellent, diverse, trendy
Nightlife
Very active - LGBTQ+ bars, clubs, lounges
Schools
Good public schools
Pros & Cons of Living in Dupont Circle
Pros
- Walkable
- Great Metro access
- Diverse
- Central location
Cons
- Expensive
- Parking difficult
- Noisy
- Some petty crime
Parks & Recreation
- Dupont Circle
- Rock Creek Park nearby
Public Transit
- Dupont Circle Metro
- Multiple bus lines
Popular Streets
- Connecticut Avenue
- P Street
- 17th Street
Key Amenities
- Dupont Circle
- Embassy Row
- Farmers market
- Diverse dining
Compare with Other Washington Neighborhoods
Georgetown
2BR Rent:$3,300
Walk Score:92
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Capitol Hill
2BR Rent:$2,900
Walk Score:90
Historic, political, family-friendly
Adams Morgan
2BR Rent:$2,600
Walk Score:92
Eclectic, diverse, nightlife-focused
Navy Yard
2BR Rent:$3,100
Walk Score:85
New development, waterfront, young
U Street Corridor
2BR Rent:$2,800
Walk Score:94
Historic, vibrant, nightlife-focused
Helpful Resources for Renters
Moving to Dupont Circle? These resources can help you prepare, understand your rights, and find financial assistance if needed.