
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Alta Vista Neighborhood of Bethesda, MD from $1,300 (35 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Alta Vista area of Bethesda.


Gallery Bethesda I

Pooks Hill Tower & Court

Triangle Towers

8200W Apartments

The Montgomery Apartments

The Rae

The Seasons Apartments
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Rosedale Park Apartments

The Astrid

Battery Lane Apartments

Topaz House

Middlebrooke Apartments

Sophia Bethesda

Ellis Bethesda

5225 Pooks Hill Rd
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The Charles

The Camille Apartments Bethesda

The Elm

7001 Arlington at Bethesda

Hampden House

5225 Pooks Hill Rd

Kensington Gardens

The Grand
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Silver Creek Senior Living 62+

Inigo's Crossing

Nobe Market

Harwood Flats

Avalon at Grosvenor Station

10101 Grosvenor Pl

Kensington House

The Glen at Kensington
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Strathmore

Crescent at Chevy Chase
Alta Vista, Bethesda, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Alta Vista?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alta Vista Studio Apartments | $2,169 | $1,455 | $2,913 |
| Alta Vista 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,655 | $1,357 | $3,830 |
| Alta Vista 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,878 | $1,568 | $9,185 |
| Alta Vista 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,497 | $2,400 | $10,000+ |
| Alta Vista 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,000 | $3,000 | $3,000 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 35 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Alta Vista Neighborhood of Bethesda, MD.
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kensington Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,394 |
| Pooks Hill Tower & Court | Marigold | Studio,1BA | $1,455 |
| Silver Creek Senior Living 62+ | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,575 |
| Triangle Towers | Junior Studio 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,633 |
| Nobe Market | S01 | Studio,1BA | $1,679 |
| 8200W Apartments | 0x1 | Studio,1BA | $1,683 |
| Harwood Flats | S1A | Studio,1BA | $1,685 |
| The Montgomery Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,690 |
| Avalon at Grosvenor Station | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,726 |
| The Seasons Apartments | NO 3 - Studio / Bethesda Ave | Studio,1BA | $1,755 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alta Vista, MD
As of December 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Alta Vista area is the $2.71 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Battery Lane Apartments in the in the Woodmont Triangle neighborhood starting from $2,224. The second greatest value Alta Vista apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Strathmore starting at $2,150 with a $2.62 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Lane Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.71 |
| Strathmore | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.62 |
| The Metropolitan | Georgetown | 1BR,1BA | $3.06 |
| The Montgomery Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| Avalon at Grosvenor Station | A5 | 1BR,1BA | $2.58 |
| The Grand | 1B | 1BR,1BA | $2.91 |
| Strathmore Court | Junior 1 Bedroom 1B | 1BR,1BA | $2.77 |
| Inigo's Crossing | The Eisenhower - MPDU | 1BR,1BA | $2.64 |
| Silver Creek Senior Living 62+ | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2.59 |
| Kensington Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.53 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleAlta Vista, Bethesda, MD
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Among cities in Maryland for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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.
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