
Cheap Apartments for Rent by Owner in Bethesda, MD from $1,000 (6 Rentals)
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4850 Rugby Ave

4427 Nebraska Ave NW, Unit # 2
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5106 Bradley Blvd, Unit 5106 Bradley

2939 Van Ness St NW, Unit 310

11513 Idlewood Rd, Unit 11513 Idlewood Rd.
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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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Bethesda Studio Apartments | $2,043 | $1,210 | $4,180 |
Bethesda 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,672 | $1,239 | $5,470 |
Bethesda 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,998 | $1,631 | $9,590 |
Bethesda 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,492 | $2,300 | $10,000+ |
Bethesda 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,625 | $4,250 | $5,000 |
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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 Cheap Bethesda Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Bethesda?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Bethesda is at Rollingwood Apartments listed at $1,257.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Bethesda Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Bethesda Apartment is $1,364 at Barclay Apartments and Fairfax Court.
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 $1,892 at Rollingwood Apartments.
What is the most affordable Bethesda Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Bethesda Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Westwood Tower Apartments and starts from $3,250.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
Written by: Bobbi Jackson
If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters
Written by: Sandy Baker
Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.