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Waverly House
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Waverly House

4521 E West HwyBethesda, MD 20814
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Avondale Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Avondale Apartments

4507-4511 Avondale StBethesda, MD 20814
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HOC at Battery Lane
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

HOC at Battery Lane

4998 Battery LnBethesda, MD 20814
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Cambridge Square
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Cambridge Square

4909 Battery LnBethesda, MD 20814
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Windsor Bethesda
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Windsor Bethesda

7770 Norfolk AveBethesda, MD 20814

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Bethesda, MD Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Bethesda, MD

Pricing Updated: 01/05/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Bethesda, MD area range in price from $1,250 to $9,400 with an overall median price of $5,653. The three Bethesda neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Woodacres at $1,375, Bradmoor at $4,050, and Alta Vista at $2,250. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Bethesda Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Woodacres$1,375$1,3751
Bradmoor$4,050$4,0501
Alta Vista$4,475$2,25016
Alta Vista Terrace$4,575$2,20016
Bannockburn$4,745$4,40010
Huntington Terrace$4,900$4,0502
Wildwood Manor$4,999$1,25073
Drumaldry$5,350$2,20014
West Bethesda$5,600$1,60032
NIH$5,950$2,10021

Cheapest Available Bethesda Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Bethesda, MD is a Studio unit found at The Roberta in the Tenleytown neighborhood priced from $1,299. The Kenmore in the North Cleveland Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,424. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Bethesda apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The RobertaStudioStudio,1BA$1,299
The KenmoreStudio - S1DStudio,1BA$1,424
National Park Seminary Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,441
Rollingwood Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1,444
Pooks Hill Tower & CourtMarigoldStudio,1BA$1,455
3003 Van NessStudio AStudio,1BA$1,459
Claridge HouseStudio 1BathroomStudio,1BA$1,480
The ChesapeakeStudio 12Studio,1BA$1,500

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bethesda, MD

As of January 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bethesda area is the $1.59 price per square foot 2929 Stanton Ave Model at 2929 Stanton Ave, Unit Basement in the in the Rosemary Hills neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Bethesda apartment is the Kahlo - Two Bedroom, Two Bath Model at Highland House West starting at $3,157 with a $2.27 price per square foot in the Rock Creek Forest neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bethesda apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2929 Stanton Ave, Unit Basement2929 Stanton Ave2BR,1BA$1.59
Highland House WestKahlo - Two Bedroom, Two Bath2BR,2BA$2.27
6225 Robinwood Rd, Unit In-Law-Suite6225 Robinwood Rd1BR,1BA$1.50
Cambridge Square2 Bedroom B2BR,1BA$2.19
National Park Seminary Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.75
10613 weymouth st 10110613 weymouth st 1011BR,1BA$2.28
4427 Nebraska Ave NW, Unit #44427 Nebraska Ave NW1BR,1BA$1.86
Claridge HouseStudio 1BathroomStudio ,1BA$2.26
Rollingwood Apartments1x11BR,1BA$2.29
5335 42nd Pl NW, Unit 65335 42nd Pl NW1BR,1BA$2.00

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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 #5

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bethesda Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Bethesda?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Bethesda is at The Roberta listed at $1,299.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Bethesda Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Bethesda Apartment is $1,375 at The Roberta.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Bethesda is starting from $1,722 at National Park Seminary Apartments.

What is the most affordable Bethesda Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Bethesda Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at National Park Seminary Apartments and starts from $1,981.

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