Affordable housing in Washington D.C. actually exists. Washington D.C. is one of the most expensive cities to live in and its housing and rental prices are rising more quickly than in most other major metropolitan areas. Now, renting an average studio or one-bedroom easily costs about $2,000.
For residents who make less than $45,000 per year, affordable housing in Washington D.C. may seem out of reach. But increasingly, developers are including affordable units in newer projects per requirements by the D.C. government. For renters who qualify, that may mean the difference between living outside the city districts with a long commute to work and living in a decent, affordable apartment in the city limits.
Lower income renters may find hundreds of…
