
Cheap Gated Apartments for Rent in Bethesda, MD from $900 (40 Rentals)
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Westwood Tower Apartments

The Seasons Apartments

The Montgomery Apartments

Sumner Highlands Apartments

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Battery Lane Apartments

Topaz House

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5335 42nd Pl NW, Unit 6
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Barclay Apartments and Fairfax Court

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The Kenmore

4107 Connecticut Avenue

Claridge House

The Louise on Western

Connecticut Heights

The Chesapeake

4000 Massachusetts
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Silver Creek Senior Living 62+

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Clarence House

Idaho Terrace

Macomb Gardens

Sulgrave Manor

5100 Connecticut Avenue Apartments

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The Frontenac

Kensington House
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Aurora

Wentworth Apartment Homes

Chevy Chase Tower

The Abby

Harwood Flats

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Arrowwood Apartments

La Reine Apartments

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Strathmore
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The Grand

Connecticut House Apartments

Nobe Market

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11710 Old Georgetown Road, Unit 1606

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Brandywine Apartments

Van Ness East

Greenbriar
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bethesda Studio Apartments | $1,836 | $1,157 | $2,849 |
| Bethesda 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,500 | $999 | $5,688 |
| Bethesda 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,773 | $1,631 | $9,307 |
| Bethesda 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,127 | $1,981 | $10,000+ |
| Bethesda 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,000 | $5,000 | $5,000 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleBethesda, MD
Ranked #4
Among cities in Maryland for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Bethesda, MD
Thomas W. Pyle Middle School
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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 $1,454.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Bethesda?
The cheapest apartment in Bethesda is Barclay Apartments and Fairfax Court which is listed at $1,369, while the average apartment in Bethesda costs $6,196.
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 556 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 $229 which is $5,967 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Bethesda.
Expert Rental Resources
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Helpful Local Expert Guides

A Washington DC Local Expert's Guide to Top Affordable Neighborhoods for Renters in the DC Metro
Written by: Steve Lilly
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Rent Smart in Washington DC: Best Neighborhoods to Rent for University Students
Written by: Steve Lilly
I'm Steve, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Washington, DC.

The DC Housing Strategy: Balancing Career & Lifestyle Near Top Washington DC Area Employers
Written by: Steve Lilly
I'm Steve, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Washington, D.C.

Discover DC: The Insider's Guide to Renting in Our Nations Capital
Written by: Steve Lilly
Greetings from Washington, DC! I'm Stephen, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Washington, and I'd love to give you the inside scoop on a city that many people only think of in terms of visiting, not living in.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.