
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bethesda West Neighborhood of Bethesda, MD from $1,000 (35 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Bethesda West area of Bethesda.


Gallery Bethesda II

Gallery Bethesda I

8200W Apartments

7347 Wisconsin Ave, Unit 303, Unit 303

4242 East-West Hwy

Topaz House

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The Seasons Apartments

4534 Avondale St

4242 East West Hwy, Unit 1020, Unit 1020

Griffis Edgemoor

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The Elm

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Sophia Bethesda

Hampden House

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4808 Moorland Ln, Unit 902, Unit 902
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6722 Offutt Ln

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4924 St Elmo Ave, Unit SI FL10-ID1069

The Avondale Apartments

Waverly House

Avondale Apartments

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Triangle Towers

Palisades of Bethesda
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Cambridge Square

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Barclay Apartments and Fairfax Court

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Strathmore

7111 Woodmont Ave

Fairfax Court
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Bradley Crossing

4242 East-West Hwy, Unit 420, Unit 420

The Fields of Bethesda
Bethesda West, Bethesda, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bethesda West?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bethesda West Studio Apartments | $2,311 | $1,157 | $3,647 |
| Bethesda West 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,873 | $1,369 | $4,710 |
| Bethesda West 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,518 | $1,499 | $9,922 |
| Bethesda West 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,675 | $3,053 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 35 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Bethesda West Neighborhood of Bethesda, MD.
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Cheapest Available Bethesda West Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Bethesda West 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 West 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 |
| Gallery Bethesda II | 1 Bed 1 Bath Sm Affordabl | 1BR,1BA | $1,548 |
| 8200W Apartments | 0x1 Classic | Studio,1BA | $1,683 |
| Triangle Towers | Junior Studio 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,708 |
| Topaz House | Executive Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,819 |
| Battery Lane Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,865 |
| The Seasons Apartments | NO 3 - Studio / Bethesda Ave | Studio,1BA | $1,875 |
| Strathmore | 1 Bedroom + Den | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Gallery Bethesda I | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,970 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bethesda West, MD
As of May 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bethesda West area is the $2.66 price per square foot Tier 3 Model at Bradley View in the in the Woodmont Triangle neighborhood starting from $2,637. The second greatest value Bethesda West apartment is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Penthouse Model at Palisades of Bethesda starting at $2,781 with a $2.85 price per square foot in the Woodmont Triangle neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bethesda West apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bradley View | Tier 3 | 2BR,1BA | $2.66 |
| Palisades of Bethesda | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Penthouse | 1BR,1BA | $2.85 |
| Cambridge Square | 2 Bedroom B | 2BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| Battery Park | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Strathmore | 1 Bedroom + Den | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
| Rosedale Park Apartments | Goodale | 1BR,1BA | $3.36 |
| Battery Lane Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.87 |
| The Seasons Apartments | NO. 2-P. Studio w/ Balcony | Studio ,1BA | $3.33 |
| 8200W Apartments | 1x1 Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $3.51 |
| Barclay Apartments and Fairfax Court | Barclay- Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.72 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bethesda West Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Bethesda West?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Bethesda West is at Barclay Apartments and Fairfax Court listed at $1,157.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Bethesda West Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Bethesda West Apartment is $1,332 at Battery Park.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Bethesda West Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Bethesda West is starting from $1,499 at Battery Park.
What is the most affordable Bethesda West Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Bethesda West Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Battery Park and starts from $1,600.
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