Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bethesda West Neighborhood of Bethesda, MD from $1,000 (35 Rentals)

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Battery Lane Apartments
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$1,865 - $2,365
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$1,865 - $2,365

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Battery Lane Apartments

4887 Battery LnBethesda, MD 20814
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$1,900 - $2,300

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4534 Avondale St

BethesdaMD20814
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The Elm
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$2,077 - $7,629
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The Elm

4710 Elm StBethesda, MD 20814
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Sophia Bethesda
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$2,106 - $12,256
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$2,106 - $12,256

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Sophia Bethesda

4924 Saint Elmo AveBethesda, MD 20814
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property at 6722 Offutt Ln

$2,200

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$2,200

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$2,200

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6722 Offutt Ln

BethesdaMD20815
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Waverly House
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Waverly House

4521 E West HwyBethesda, MD 20814
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Avondale Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Avondale Apartments

4507-4511 Avondale StBethesda, MD 20814
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Triangle Towers
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Triangle Towers

4853 Cordell AveBethesda, MD 20814

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HOC at Battery Lane
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

HOC at Battery Lane

4998 Battery LnBethesda, MD 20814
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Cambridge Square
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Cambridge Square

4909 Battery LnBethesda, MD 20814
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Strathmore
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$1,895 - $2,195
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$1,895 - $2,195

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Strathmore

7025 Strathmore StChevy Chase, MD 20815
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Fairfax Court
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Fairfax Court

1 Fairfax CtChevy Chase, MD 20815

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Bradley Crossing
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bradley Crossing

4740 Bradley BlvdChevy Chase, MD 20815
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property at 4242 East-West Hwy

$1,700

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$1,700

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4242 East-West Hwy, Unit 420, Unit 420

4242 East-West Hwy
Chevy ChaseMD20815
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The Fields of Bethesda
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Fields of Bethesda

5079 Bradley BlvdChevy Chase, MD 20815
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Bethesda West, Bethesda, MD Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Barclay Apartments and Fairfax CourtBarclay- StudioStudio,1BA$1,157
Battery Park1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1,332
Gallery Bethesda II1 Bed 1 Bath Sm Affordabl1BR,1BA$1,548
8200W Apartments0x1 ClassicStudio,1BA$1,683
Triangle TowersJunior Studio 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$1,708
Topaz HouseExecutive StudioStudio,1BA$1,819
Battery Lane Apartments1 Bedroom 1BR,1BA$1,865
The Seasons ApartmentsNO 3 - Studio / Bethesda AveStudio,1BA$1,875
Strathmore1 Bedroom + Den1BR,1BA$1,895
Gallery Bethesda IStudioStudio,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Bradley ViewTier 32BR,1BA$2.66
Palisades of Bethesda1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Penthouse1BR,1BA$2.85
Cambridge Square2 Bedroom B2BR,1BA$2.33
Battery Park1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1.55
Strathmore1 Bedroom + Den1BR,1BA$2.31
Rosedale Park ApartmentsGoodale1BR,1BA$3.36
Battery Lane Apartments1 Bedroom 1BR,1BA$2.87
The Seasons ApartmentsNO. 2-P. Studio w/ BalconyStudio ,1BA$3.33
8200W Apartments1x1 Renovated1BR,1BA$3.51
Barclay Apartments and Fairfax CourtBarclay- StudioStudio ,1BA$2.72

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Maryland and customized analysis for Northwest Washington. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, features that make it easier to raise kids, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

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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