A home that fits your budget and your lifestyle shouldn't be hard to find. The Village at Chesapeake Apartments offers two and three-bedroom residences with fully equipped kitchens, spacious closets, and oversized windows that fill every room with natural light. Situated in Washington Highlands, close to Congress Heights, DC, our apartments combine practical layouts with on-site management, patrol officers, and a learning center, creating a community where comfort and peace of mind come standard. All without stretching your wallet!
Inside every home, central air and heating maintain things comfortable year-round, while carpet and vinyl flooring give your space a clean, welcoming feel. Cable-ready wiring means you can get connected from day one, and generous storage keeps your belongings organized and out of sight. These income-restricted apartments in DC are designed to make daily living effortless.
The community handles the details you shouldn't have to worry about. Three laundry facilities are spread throughout the property, and green spaces give you room to breathe. Off-street parking, an online resident portal, and 24-hour maintenance services round things out at these Southeast Washington, DC, apartments.
Status: Special offerIncome restricted
The Village at Chesapeake
820 Southern Ave SE, Washington, DC 20032
For a limited time, qualified applicants can move into Village at Chesapeake for just $1,000 total, which covers:
Application fee waived
Security deposit waived
No rent until December 1st
Offer valid through October 31st. Affordable housing income restrictions apply. Contact the leasing office for details.
Apartment building
2-3 beds
Surface parking lot
Available units
Price may not include required fees and charges. Price shown reflects the lease term provided for each unit.
 Unit 814-203 2 bd, 1 ba | 990 | Now | $1,450 |
Unit 816-101 2 bd, 1 ba | 990 | Now | $1,450 |
Unit 820-1 2 bd, 1 ba | 990 | Now | $1,450 |
Unit 820-203 2 bd, 1 ba | 990 | Now | $1,450 |
Unit 820-204 2 bd, 1 ba | 990 | Now | $1,450 |
Unit 820-301 2 bd, 1 ba | 990 | Now | $1,450 |
 Unit 845-201 2 bd, 1 ba | 690 | Now | $1,450 |
Unit 845-401 2 bd, 1 ba | 690 | Now | $1,450 |
Unit 860-404 2 bd, 1 ba | 690 | Now | $1,450 |
Unit 865-204 2 bd, 1 ba | 690 | Now | $1,450 |
Unit 865-301 2 bd, 1 ba | 690 | Now | $1,450 |
Unit 865-304 2 bd, 1 ba | 690 | Now | $1,450 |
Unit 865-404 2 bd, 1 ba | 690 | Now | $1,450 |
Unit 870-304 2 bd, 1 ba | 690 | Now | $1,450 |
Unit 870-401 2 bd, 1 ba | 690 | Now | $1,450 |
What's special
Dedicated parkingCentral air and heatFully equipped kitchensInviting green spaces
District law requires that a housing provider state that the housing provider will not refuse to rent a rental unit to a person because the person will provide the rental payment, in whole or in part, through a voucher for rental housing assistance provided by the District or federal government.
Office hours
| Day | Open hours |
|---|---|
| Mon - Fri: | 9 am - 5 pm |
| Sat: | Closed |
| Sun: | Closed |
Facts, features & policies
Building Amenities
Outdoor common areas
- Playground
Services & facilities
- On-Site Maintenance: 24 Hour Maintenance
- On-Site Management
- Online Rent Payment: Online Resident Portal
Unit Features
Internet/Satellite
- Cable TV Ready
Policies
Parking
- Off Street Parking
- Surface Lot
Special Features
- Carpet/Vinyl Flooring
- Central Air/Heating
- Fully Equipped Kitchen
- Green Spaces
- Learning Center
- Oversized Windows
- Patrol Officers
- Spacious Closets
- Transportation
Neighborhood: Washington Highlands
Areas of interest
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Travel times
Getting around
Walk Score®
 / 100
Somewhat WalkableBike Score®
 / 100
Somewhat BikeableNearby schools in Washington
Hendley Elementary School
Grades PK-5 • 0.4 miles5/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
2/10Student Progress Rating
7/10Hart Middle School
Grades 6-8 • 0.7 miles4/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
3/10Student Progress Rating
4/10Ballou High School
Grades 9-12 • 0.9 miles3/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
2/10College Readiness Rating
3/10Student Progress Rating
3/10Living in Washington
Washington Highlands occupies a hilly part of southeast Washington, with residential streets and green spaces set among the terrain. Its location near the Maryland line gives it a quieter, more residential feel than the city center, while warm, humid summers and cool winters shape outdoor routines. Fort Greble Park preserves a Civil War-era fort site and offers open space and walking paths; nearby Oxon Run Park adds trails, recreation areas and playgrounds. Everyday shopping and dining are available along the neighborhood’s commercial corridors, with additional options elsewhere in southeast DC. Bus routes connect the area to Metrorail and destinations across the city, while major roads support driving. For Washington Highlands, the median rent is $1,500 per month, with a typical range of $836 to $8,300, based on 101 active listings.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the walk score of The Village at Chesapeake?
The Village at Chesapeake has a walk score of 64, it's somewhat walkable.
What schools are assigned to The Village at Chesapeake?
The schools assigned to The Village at Chesapeake include Hendley Elementary School, Hart Middle School, and Ballou High School.
What neighborhood is The Village at Chesapeake in?
The Village at Chesapeake is in the Washington Highlands neighborhood in Washington, DC.
What are The Village at Chesapeake's policies on pets?
Other pets are not allowed. Cats are not allowed. Dogs are not allowed.
This is income restricted affordable housing. Renters must meet income and eligibility criteria set by the property manager.
