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Bethesda, MD Local Guide

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Bethesda 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: July 09, 2025

There are currently 4856 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Bethesda, MD that range in price from $801 to $6,270. Huntington Terrace, Sumner and Woodacres are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Bethesda with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Huntington Terrace388$2,910$1,357
Sumner386$2,860$1,387
Woodacres381$2,882$1,299
Alta Vista364$2,802$801
Alta Vista Terrace348$2,840$801
Bradmoor346$2,825$801
Drumaldry312$2,900$1,357
Woodburn307$3,030$1,299
Woodhaven302$2,702$1,357
NIH282$2,746$1,357

Largest Available Bethesda 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Bethesda, MD is found at Chevy Chase Tower in the North Cleveland Park neighborhood and is 1,650 square feet priced from $1,650. Residences at Mazza in the Spring Valley neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,141 square feet and currently listed start at $4,075. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Bethesda:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Chevy Chase TowerOne Bedroom1,650 Sq Ft$1,650
Residences at Mazza1 Bed/1.5 Bath Den-F41,141 Sq Ft$4,075
Upstairs At Bethesda Rowbrk16.11,105 Sq Ft$3,741
The Grand1U Penthouse w/ Balcony1,105 Sq Ft$2,700
The Seasons ApartmentsNO.5 P - Premium Grand 1 BR w/ Balcony1,100 Sq Ft$2,545
Willard TowersDesign 1B151,099 Sq Ft$2,553
Chevy Chase Lake1 Bed/1 Bath-1B-9-The Barrett1,033 Sq Ft$3,357
The Barrett at Chevy Chase Lake1 Bed/1 Bath-1B-9-The Barrett1,033 Sq Ft$3,357
Triangle Towers1Bedroom 1Bathroom819 Sq Ft$1,941

Cheapest Available Bethesda 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of July 09, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Bethesda, MD is the One Bedroom Model starting from $1,413 at The Louise on Western in the Tenleytown neighborhood. The second most affordable Bethesda 1 Bedroom is the 1A Model at Silver Creek Senior Living 62+ starting at $1,548 in the Parkside neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Bethesda is currently $2,760. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Bethesda:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The Louise on WesternOne Bedroom$1,413
Silver Creek Senior Living 62+1A$1,548
Claridge House1Bedroom 1Bathroom$1,643
Chevy Chase TowerOne Bedroom$1,650
Pooks Hill Tower & CourtOne Bedroom$1,680
Rollingwood Apartments1Bed 1Bath$1,696
4107 Connecticut Avenue1 Bed-1 Bath$1,699
8200W Apartments1x1$1,717
The Abby1 BEDROOM$1,799
Connecticut House Apartments1 Bedroom - 10 Tier$1,799

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Bethesda Overview

A consistent #1 placement on 'best places' lists by both 'Time Magazine' and 'Forbes', Bathesda is a thriving Maryland city that represents some of the best living in the state. Convenient to Washington, DC while maintaining an identity all its own, Bathesda boasts close to 65K proud residents.

Why live in Bethesda, MD?

Steeped in a long history, Bathesda apartments are in high demand for good reason. Close to a dozen public and private schools call the area home, and the Congressional Country Club...one of the most prestigious in the nation...can be found a stone's throw from many residences. A wide array of businesses also choose to make their headquarters in Bathesda, from Comcast and Honest Tea to AdvisorShares and Lockheed Martin, and with the Washington DC job market a short train ride away, Bathesda rentals truly place a world of opportunity in a new resident's hands.

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Bethesda, MD

Ranked #3

Among cities in Maryland for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Bethesda, MD

Walk Score®

82 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

77 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

52 / 100

Good Transit

Many 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 1 Bedroom Bethesda Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Bethesda with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Bethesda is at The Louise on Western listed at $1,413.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Bethesda Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Bethesda is $2,760.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Bethesda Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Bethesda is a 1,650 square feet unit starting from $1,650 at Chevy Chase Tower.

What is the average size for Bethesda 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Bethesda is currently 840 sq ft.

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