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5401 Westbard AveBethesda, MD 20816
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Battery Park
4949 Battery LnBethesda, MD 20814
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Pooks Hill Tower & Court
3 Pooks Hill RdBethesda, MD 20814
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Gallery Bethesda II
4850 Rugby AveBethesda, MD 20814
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4800 Auburn AveBethesda, MD 20814
7501 Elmore Ln
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8201 Woodmont AveBethesda, MD 20814
6222 Rockhurst Rd
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4924 St Elmo AveBethesda, MD 20814
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The Astrid
5159 Pooks Hill RdBethesda, MD 20814
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10103 Ashburton LnBethesda, MD 20817
7420 Lakeview Dr, Unit 405
7420 Lakeview Dr
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6654 Hillandale Rd, Unit 6654A - Studio
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10655 Montrose Ave
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10401 Motor City DrBethesda, MD 20817
10638 Weymouth St, Unit 101
10638 Weymouth St
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4710 Bethesda AveBethesda, MD 20814
10513 Weymouth St, Unit Parkside
10513 Weymouth St
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5225 Pooks Hill Rd, Unit 1307S
5225 Pooks Hill Rd
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10407 Montrose Ave
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4900 Moorland LnBethesda, MD 20814
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4400 East-West HwyBethesda, MD 20814
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6425 Rock Forest DrBethesda, MD 20817
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Ellis Bethesda
4918 Saint Elmo AveBethesda, MD 20814
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Sumner Highlands Apartments
4523 Sangamore RdBethesda, MD 20816
10403 Montrose Ave
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Middlebrooke Apartments
5015 Battery LnBethesda, MD 20814
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10662 Weymouth St, Unit 2
10662 Weymouth StBethesda, MD 20814
4977 Battery Ln
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5101 River Rd
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7500 Woodmont Ave
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4500 Avondale StBethesda, MD 20814
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4521 E West HwyBethesda, MD 20814
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Triangle Towers
4853 Cordell AveBethesda, MD 20814
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4835-4835 Cordell AveBethesda, MD 20814
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4998 Battery LnBethesda, MD 20814
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4909 Battery LnBethesda, MD 20814
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Bethesda, MD Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bethesda?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| Cheap Bethesda Studio Apartments | $1,866 | $1,100 | $3,647 |
| Cheap Bethesda 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,507 | $1,332 | $6,663 |
| Cheap Bethesda 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,736 | $1,499 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Bethesda 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,718 | $1,600 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Bethesda 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,089 | $3,000 | $7,267 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Bethesda, MD
Pricing Updated: 08/25/2026Current apartment rentals in the Bethesda, MD area range in price from $1,157 to $12,256 with an overall median price of $2,962. The three Bethesda neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Alta Vista at $2,108, Burning Tree Estates at $2,411, and Wildwood Manor at $2,470. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Bethesda Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alta Vista | $2,108 | $1,445 | 13 |
| Burning Tree Estates | $2,411 | $1,775 | 50 |
| Wildwood Manor | $2,470 | $1,445 | 154 |
| Carderock Springs | $2,474 | $1,837 | 26 |
| West Bethesda | $2,474 | $1,837 | 30 |
| Westmoreland | $2,741 | $1,295 | 662 |
| Bannockburn | $2,785 | $1,332 | 181 |
| Woodhaven | $2,785 | $1,332 | 388 |
| Westwood | $2,829 | $1,157 | 65 |
| Brookmont | $2,911 | $1,157 | 511 |
Cheapest Available Bethesda Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Bethesda, MD is a Studio unit found at Barclay Apartments and Fairfax Court in the Woodmont Triangle neighborhood priced from $1,157. Westwood Tower in the Spring Valley neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Bethesda apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Barclay Apartments and Fairfax Court | Barclay- Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,157 |
| Westwood Tower | S2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Battery Park | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,332 |
| The Kenmore | Studio - S1C | Studio,1BA | $1,389 |
| Claridge House | Studio 1Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,436 |
| Pooks Hill Tower & Court | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,445 |
| Triangle Towers | Studio 1Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,446 |
| National Park Seminary Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,461 |
| Rollingwood Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,521 |
| 4801 Connecticut Avenue Apartments | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bethesda, MD
As of August 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bethesda area is the $2.20 price per square foot Kahlo - Two Bedroom, Two Bath Model at Highland House West in the in the Rock Creek Forest neighborhood starting from $2,995. The second greatest value Bethesda apartment is the 2Bedroom 2Bathroom Model at Triangle Towers starting at $2,804 with a $2.06 price per square foot in the Woodmont Triangle neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bethesda apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highland House West | Kahlo - Two Bedroom, Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.20 |
| Triangle Towers | 2Bedroom 2Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.06 |
| Lerner Oxford Square | Montgomery | 3BR,2BA | $2.15 |
| 4514 Albemarle St NW, Unit 1 | 4514 Albemarle St NW | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| 10662 Weymouth St, Unit 2 | 10662 Weymouth St | 2BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| Battery Park | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| National Park Seminary Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Kensington House | One Bedroom & Den | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
| Chevy Chase Tower | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
| Claridge House | Studio 1Bathroom | Studio ,1BA | $2.19 |
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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.
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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bethesda Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Bethesda?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Bethesda is under $1,550.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Bethesda?
The cheapest apartment in Bethesda is Westwood Tower which is listed at $1,250, while the average apartment in Bethesda costs $2,962.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Bethesda?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 778 regular apartments in Bethesda that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Bethesda?
Cheap apartments in Bethesda have an average cost of $423 which is $2,539 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Bethesda.
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