Neighborhood · DC

Brookland

Last updated: September 25, 2026
Median rent (all units)
$2,447/mo
Market
Strong Landlord's Market
Month-over-Month
+1.8%
Year-over-Year
+10.2%
vs Washington-3%city median $2,517/mo
Rent trends

Rent history — Brookland

Affordability
28% of income
AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,447/mo, rent takes about 28% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$98,000/yr
Local median income
$106,300/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Brookland's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is the average rent in Brookland?

The average rent in Brookland, Washington is approximately $2,447 per month as of September 2026. This is estimated from ZIP-level Zillow ZORI data.

How does Brookland compare to the rest of Washington?

Brookland rent is 3% below the Washington median of $2,517/mo.

Is rent in Brookland going up or down?

Rent in Brookland has increased by 10.2% over the past year.

What ZIP codes are in Brookland?

Brookland is primarily served by ZIP code 20017.

Community

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