Rooms for rent in Washington DC

FAQs for renting a room in Washington, D.C.

Why rent a room with Bungalow?

Bungalow doesn’t just list rooms for rent - we source, renovate, and operate all our homes to provide renters with the best possible experience from end to end. Beautiful homes. Incredible locations. Pricing that makes sense. Find a room in a home that hits the sweet spot between good quality and sensible pricing. Bungalow homes are hand-selected across major markets to match your lifestyle. Find it. Try it. Feel 100% before you rent. Love where you live or you're free to go. 2-week trials, transfers to other in-network Bungalow homes, and flexible lease terms all designed to help you rent with confidence. Living in good company. Independently. Enjoy the benefits of living together with the freedom of operating solo. Use our Meet & Greet chat to select roommates with similar lifestyles. Then, sign and pay separately within our app. No one's on the hook for anyone else.

Are utilities included in Bungalow Room Rentals?

For the vast majority of our properties, Bungalow partners with the nation’s best utility management provider, Conservice, to manage, separate, and bill utilities (water, trash, sewer, electricity & gas) to an individual home. You will only pay for the exact amount your home uses and Bungalow takes care of splitting those costs evenly between you and your roommates.

Are Bungalow Room Rentals furnished?

Bungalow’s Shared Homes include furnished common areas (living, dining, and kitchens), along with complementary Smart TVs, kitchen essentials, and free monthly cleanings! The only furniture you'll need to move in is whatever you'd like to put in your bedroom.

Are Bungalow Room Rentals pet friendly?

Some Bungalow Homes are pet friendly, while others are not. You can find pet information by clicking on a particular home. That said, emotional support animals (ESAs) are accepted in every Bungalow home.

About us

Bungalow takes the hassle out of housing. We offer rooms in shared homes and entire home rentals in the country’s most vibrant neighborhoods, and can help match you with roommates you’ll love coming home to. Nationwide, Bungalow residents save an average of 30% on rent compared to studio apartments in the same neighborhood.

Things to know before moving to Washington, D.C.:

How to find a roommate in Washington, D.C.

Moving into a Bungalow co-living space is the easiest way to find a home with great roommates in Houston. All Bungalow residents are vetted on credit, income, and background, and we facilitate a meet & greet if you’re interested in joining a home.

What is the average rent in Washington, D.C.?

According to Rent Cafe the average 1 bedroom apartment in Washington, D.C. is $2,021. Nationwide, Bungalow residents save an average of 30% on rent compared to studio apartments in the same neighborhood.

Is there good public transportation in Washington, D.C.?

Both Metrobus and Metrorail provide public transportation services in Washington DC. Metrorail serves the central business district (CBD) of the District of Columbia, while Metrobus provides service both in to suburban areas like Montgomery County, MD and Fairfax County, VA as well as to outlying parts of the city like Langley Park, Maryland or Pentagon City.

What to do in Washington, D.C.

There are a number of museums and monuments to visit, with walking tours available for most landmarks. The Smithsonian Institution comprises 20 diverse museums and galleries including the National Museum of African Art, National Air and Space Museum, National Museum of American History, Natural History Museum. Along with the museum entrances with general admission prices you can also enjoy shows at Madame Tussauds Wax Museum or The Newseum. If time is short, take a tour of some historical buildings such as the US Capitol Building or Arlington House. With over 40 historic sites to visit in Washington D.C., this city has something for everyone!

Schools and universities in Schools and universities in Washington, D.C.

There are five universities in Washington DC: American University, Georgetown University, George Washington University, Howard University and the National Academy of Sciences. There are also many community colleges. Many people get their college degrees and graduate degrees from these schools and colleges. It is a great place to continue studying if you want to go on for post-graduate work or doctorate level education. Washington DC also has several vocational schools, so it's a great place to get an education in your chosen profession without having to travel too far away from home or school when you're in school or doing well academically.