
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bethesda West Neighborhood of Bethesda, MD from $1,000 (61 Rentals)
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Gallery Bethesda II

Gallery Bethesda I

8200W Apartments

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4924 St Elmo Ave, Unit SI FL10-ID1069

7814 Tilbury St

7818 Tilbury St

7812 Tilbury St

6654 Hillandale Rd, Unit 6654A - Studio

The Seasons Apartments
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Battery Lane Apartments

Topaz House

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Ellis Bethesda

Middlebrooke Apartments

4977 Battery Ln

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Sophia Bethesda

Hampden House

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The Elm

5000 Battery Ln

4242 East West Hwy, Unit 801
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7131 Arlington Rd, Unit SI FL4-ID861

The Camille Apartments Bethesda

4534 Avondale St

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8001 Woodmont

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Cecil

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4918 St Elmo Ave, Unit SI FL12-ID338

4800 Chevy Chase Dr

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Upstairs At Bethesda Row

4909 Auburn

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The Charles
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4924 St Elmo Ave, Unit SI FL3-ID1072

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7001 Arlington at Bethesda

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4918 St Elmo Ave, Unit SI FL10-ID316

Griffis Edgemoor

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4530 Avondale St

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4526 Avondale St

Solaire 7607 Old Georgetown

7500 Woodmont Ave, Unit 217

The Avondale Apartments

Waverly House
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Triangle Towers

Palisades of Bethesda

HOC at Battery Lane

Cambridge Square

Tilbury Garden Apartments

Kenwood Apartments

7500 Woodmont Ave

Windsor Bethesda
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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 | $2,289 | $1,157 | $3,647 |
| Bethesda West 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,855 | $1,332 | $4,945 |
| Bethesda West 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,459 | $1,499 | $10,000+ |
| Bethesda West 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,371 | $1,600 | $10,000+ |
| Bethesda West 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,267 | $7,267 | $7,267 |
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There are currently 61 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 |
| 8200W Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,661 |
| The Seasons Apartments | NO. 1 - Studio w/Balcony | Studio,1BA | $1,875 |
| Rosedale Park Apartments | Goodale | 1BR,1BA | $1,890 |
| Ellis Bethesda | Studio-S01A | Studio,1BA | $1,973 |
| Cambridge Square | 2 Bedroom B | 2BR,1BA | $2,095 |
| Hampden House | HA01 | Studio,1BA | $2,122 |
| Triangle Towers | 1Bedroom 1Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,131 |
| The Whitney | Studio - A2 | Studio,1BA | $2,142 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bethesda West, MD
As of August 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bethesda West area is the $3.01 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Penthouse Model at Palisades of Bethesda in the in the Woodmont Triangle neighborhood starting from $4,326. The second greatest value Bethesda West apartment is the 2Bedroom 2Bathroom Model at Triangle Towers starting at $2,923 with a $2.15 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. |
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| Palisades of Bethesda | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Penthouse | 2BR,2BA | $3.01 |
| Triangle Towers | 2Bedroom 2Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.15 |
| Rosedale Park Apartments | Regent | 2BR,2BA | $2.66 |
| Middlebrooke Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.22 |
| Bradley View | Apt 101 | 3BR,2BA | $2.98 |
| Cambridge Square | 2 Bedroom B | 2BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| Battery Park | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Battery Lane Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.62 |
| The Seasons Apartments | NO 2 - Studio L. w. Balcony | Studio ,1BA | $3.14 |
| 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 $2,142.
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 $3,160.
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 10 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 $158 which is $3,002 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Bethesda West.
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