
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bethesda Metro Center Neighborhood of Bethesda, MD from $1,000 (31 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Bethesda Metro Center area of Bethesda.


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Gallery Bethesda I

8200W Apartments

7347 Wisconsin Ave, Unit 303, Unit 303

4242 East-West Hwy

The Seasons Apartments
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Battery Lane Apartments

Middlebrooke Apartments

Topaz House

7814 Tilbury St

7500 Woodmont Ave

The Avondale Apartments

Waverly House
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Avondale Apartments

Bradley Terrace Apartments & Townhomes

Triangle Towers

6644 Hillandale Rd

HOC at Battery Lane

Cambridge Square

Palisades of Bethesda
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Tilbury Garden Apartments

Barclay Apartments and Fairfax Court

3929 Landmark Ct, Unit SI FL2-ID1247

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Strathmore

Chevy Chase Lake

Fairfax Court
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The Fields of Bethesda
Bethesda Metro Center, Bethesda, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bethesda Metro Center?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bethesda Metro Center Studio Apartments | $2,346 | $1,157 | $3,647 |
| Bethesda Metro Center 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,835 | $1,357 | $4,690 |
| Bethesda Metro Center 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,420 | $1,499 | $10,000+ |
| Bethesda Metro Center 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,171 | $2,996 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 31 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Bethesda Metro Center Neighborhood of Bethesda, MD.
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Cheapest Available Bethesda Metro Center Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Bethesda Metro Center area of Washington, MD is a Studio unit found at Barclay Apartments and Fairfax Court priced from $1,157. Battery Park has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,332. Here are the most affordable Bethesda Metro Center apartments for rent in Washington, MD:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barclay Apartments and Fairfax Court | Barclay- Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,157 |
| Battery Park | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,332 |
| Triangle Towers | Junior Studio 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,633 |
| 8200W Apartments | 1x1 Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1,747 |
| The Seasons Apartments | NO 3 - Studio / Bethesda Ave | Studio,1BA | $1,755 |
| Battery Lane Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,790 |
| Strathmore | 1 Bedroom + Den | 1BR,1BA | $1,897 |
| Rosedale Park Apartments | Goodale | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| Topaz House | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $1,964 |
| The Charles | S3.1H | Studio,1BA | $2,017 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bethesda Metro Center, MD
As of April 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bethesda Metro Center area is the $3.15 price per square foot C1 Model at Element 28 in the in the Woodmont Triangle neighborhood starting from $5,444. The second greatest value Bethesda Metro Center apartment is the Tier 8 Model at Bethesda Place starting at $4,439 with a $3.37 price per square foot in the Woodmont Triangle neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bethesda Metro Center apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Element 28 | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $3.15 |
| Bethesda Place | Tier 8 | 2BR,2BA | $3.37 |
| Bradley View | Tier 1 | 3BR,1BA | $2.53 |
| Palisades of Bethesda | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Penthouse | 1BR,1BA | $2.54 |
| Middlebrooke Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.30 |
| 4535 Avondale St, Unit 1 | 4535 Avondale St | 2BR,2BA | $3.40 |
| Strathmore | 1 Bedroom + Den | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
| Battery Lane Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.75 |
| The Seasons Apartments | NO. 2-P. Studio w/ Balcony | Studio ,1BA | $3.33 |
| Barclay Apartments and Fairfax Court | Barclay- Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.72 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bethesda Metro Center Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Bethesda Metro Center?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Bethesda Metro Center is at Barclay Apartments and Fairfax Court listed at $1,157.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Bethesda Metro Center Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Bethesda Metro Center Apartment is $1,332 at Battery Park.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Bethesda Metro Center Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Bethesda Metro Center is starting from $1,499 at Battery Park.
What is the most affordable Bethesda Metro Center Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Bethesda Metro Center Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Bradley View and starts from $2,996.
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