
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bethesda West Neighborhood of Bethesda, MD from $1,000 (58 Rentals)
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Gallery Bethesda II

Gallery Bethesda I

8200W Apartments

6654 Hillandale Rd, Unit 6654A - Studio

4242 East West Hwy, Unit 917

The Seasons Apartments

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Battery Lane Apartments

4534 Avondale St

Topaz House
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7500 Woodmont Ave

Hampden House

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Sophia Bethesda

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The Elm

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Ellis Bethesda

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4924 St Elmo Ave, Unit SI FL10-ID1069

4808 Moorland Ln

8923 Battery Pl

4801 Fairmont Ave, Unit 411

4800 Chevy Chase Dr
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4909 Auburn

Middlebrooke Apartments

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Cecil

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Upstairs At Bethesda Row

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8001 Woodmont

Solaire 7607 Old Georgetown

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4918 St Elmo Ave, Unit SI FL9-ID337

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The Charles

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7001 Arlington at Bethesda

Griffis Edgemoor
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The Camille Apartments Bethesda

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4924 St Elmo Ave, Unit SI FL6-ID1071

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4918 St Elmo Ave, Unit SI FL10-ID891

7034 Strathmore St

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7131 Arlington Rd, Unit SI FL4-ID861

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4924 St Elmo Ave, Unit SI FL4-ID1098

The Avondale Apartments

Waverly House

Avondale Apartments

Triangle Towers
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Bradley Terrace Apartments & Townhomes

Palisades of Bethesda

HOC at Battery Lane

Cambridge Square

Tilbury Garden Apartments

4801 Fairmont Ave

Kenwood Apartments

8923 Battery Pl

Windsor Bethesda

Barclay Apartments and Fairfax Court
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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 | $2,282 | $1,157 | $3,647 |
| Bethesda West 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,836 | $1,369 | $4,672 |
| Bethesda West 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,529 | $1,499 | $10,000+ |
| Bethesda West 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,381 | $3,053 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 58 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 |
| Avondale Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
| Triangle Towers | Studio 1Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,446 |
| 8200W Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,661 |
| Rosedale Park Apartments | Madison | Studio,1BA | $1,750 |
| Palisades of Bethesda | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,862 |
| The Seasons Apartments | NO 3 - Studio / Bethesda Ave | Studio,1BA | $1,875 |
| Bradley View | Apt 103 | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Topaz House | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $1,964 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bethesda West, MD
As of July 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bethesda West area is the $3.41 price per square foot 3 BD 2.5 BA Model at 4843 Willett Pky in the in the Woodmont Triangle neighborhood starting from $4,800. The second greatest value Bethesda West apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Penthouse Model at Palisades of Bethesda starting at $4,326 with a $3.30 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4843 Willett Pky | 3 BD 2.5 BA | 3BR,2.5BA | $3.41 |
| Palisades of Bethesda | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Penthouse | 2BR,2BA | $3.30 |
| Element 28 | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $3.06 |
| Middlebrooke Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.30 |
| Battery Park | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Bradley View | Tier 4 | 1BR,1BA | $3.17 |
| The Seasons Apartments | NO. 1 - Studio w/Balcony | Studio ,1BA | $3.14 |
| Rosedale Park Apartments | Madison | Studio ,1BA | $2.92 |
| Avondale Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.11 |
| 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 a cheap apartment in Bethesda West?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Bethesda West is under $1,964.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Bethesda West?
The cheapest apartment in Bethesda West is Battery Park which is listed at $1,332, while the average apartment in Bethesda West costs $7,706.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Bethesda West?
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 11 regular apartments in Bethesda West 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 West?
Cheap apartments in Bethesda West have an average cost of $331 which is $7,375 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Bethesda West.
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