Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Alta Vista Neighborhood of Bethesda, MD from $1,300 (37 Rentals)

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Alta Vista, Bethesda, MD Local Guide

Cheapest Available Alta Vista Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Alta Vista area of Bethesda, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at Kensington Gardens priced from $1,394. Pooks Hill Tower & Court has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,455. Here are the most affordable Alta Vista apartments for rent in Bethesda, MD:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Kensington Gardens1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,394
Pooks Hill Tower & CourtMarigoldStudio,1BA$1,455
The Grand1C-C (Affordable Housing)1BR,1BA$1,478
Silver Creek Senior Living 62+1A1BR,1BA$1,611
Triangle TowersJunior Studio 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$1,633
The Montgomery ApartmentsA21BR,1BA$1,660
Nobe MarketS01Studio,1BA$1,679
8200W Apartments0x1Studio,1BA$1,683
The RaeS1Studio,1BA$1,699
Harwood FlatsS1AStudio,1BA$1,730

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alta Vista, MD

As of November 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Alta Vista area is the $2.38 price per square foot 2 Bed/2 Bath Den Townhome Model at Timberlawn Crescent in the in the Parkside neighborhood starting from $2,850. The second greatest value Alta Vista apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Middlebrooke Apartments starting at $2,385 with a $2.35 price per square foot in the Woodmont Triangle neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Alta Vista apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Timberlawn Crescent2 Bed/2 Bath Den Townhome2BR,2.5BA$2.38
Middlebrooke Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.35
Inigo's CrossingThe Buchanan2BR,1BA$2.51
Battery Lane Apartments2 Bedroom 2BR,1BA$2.71
Strathmore2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.62
The Glen at Kensington2X12BR,1BA$2.77
The Montgomery ApartmentsA21BR,1BA$2.23
Strathmore CourtJunior 1 Bedroom 1B1BR,1BA$2.77
Silver Creek Senior Living 62+1A1BR,1BA$2.65
Kensington Gardens1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.53

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Alta Vista, Bethesda, MD

Ranked #10

Among cities in Maryland for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Alta Vista Neighborhood in Bethesda, MD

Walk Score®

45 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

50 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

46 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Alta Vista Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Alta Vista?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Alta Vista is at Pooks Hill Tower & Court listed at $1,455.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Alta Vista Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Alta Vista Apartment is $1,394 at Kensington Gardens.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Alta Vista Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Alta Vista is starting from $1,891 at Silver Creek Senior Living 62+.

What is the most affordable Alta Vista Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Alta Vista Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Montgomery Apartments and starts from $2,790.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.