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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: September 20, 2025

There are currently 5288 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Bethesda, MD that range in price from $1,298 to $6,257. 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 Terrace457$2,840$1,357
Sumner431$2,902$1,387
Woodacres431$2,927$1,298
Alta Vista381$2,683$1,357
Bradmoor365$2,706$1,357
Alta Vista Terrace362$2,715$1,357
Woodburn349$3,040$1,298
Drumaldry326$2,775$1,357
Westmoreland317$2,856$1,413
Woodhaven304$2,532$1,357

Largest Available Bethesda 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Bethesda, MD is found at 3003 Van Ness in the Northwest Washington neighborhood and is 1,195 square feet priced from $2,389. Palisades of Bethesda in the Woodmont Triangle neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,150 square feet and currently listed start at $2,725. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Bethesda:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
3003 Van Ness1 Bedroom JJ1,195 Sq Ft$2,389
Palisades of Bethesda1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Penthouse1,150 Sq Ft$2,725
Residences at Mazza1 Bed/1.5 Bath Den-F41,141 Sq Ft$4,075
Upstairs At Bethesda Rowbrk16.11,105 Sq Ft$3,660
Willard TowersDesign 1B151,099 Sq Ft$2,508
Highland House WestWarhol - One Bedroom, One Bath1,023 Sq Ft$2,205
Gallery Bethesda I1 Bed 1 Bath Large w Den1,022 Sq Ft$3,160
Avalon at FoxhallA51,020 Sq Ft$2,550
National Park Seminary Apartments989 Sq Ft$1,749
The Whitney1 Bed/1 Bath-Den-AD5982 Sq Ft$3,084

Cheapest Available Bethesda 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of September 20, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Bethesda, MD is the 1 Bed-1 Bath Model starting from $1,295 at 4107 Connecticut Avenue in the Northwest Washington neighborhood. The second most affordable Bethesda 1 Bedroom is the Barclay- 1BR Model at Barclay Apartments and Fairfax Court starting at $1,369 in the Woodmont Triangle neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Bethesda is currently $2,633. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Bethesda:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
4107 Connecticut Avenue1 Bed-1 Bath$1,295
Barclay Apartments and Fairfax CourtBarclay- 1BR$1,369
The Louise on WesternOne Bedroom$1,413
Rollingwood Apartments1x1 with Den$1,532
Chevy Chase TowerOne Bedroom$1,699
Pooks Hill Tower & CourtLaurel$1,700
8200W Apartments1x1$1,717
Silver Creek Senior Living 62+1A$1,724
Sumner Highlands Apartments1A$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.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Bethesda, MD

Ranked #4

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 4107 Connecticut Avenue listed at $1,295.

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

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Bethesda is $2,633.

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

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Bethesda is a 1,195 square feet unit starting from $2,389 at 3003 Van Ness.

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

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Bethesda is currently 736 sq ft.

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