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Battery Park
4949 Battery LnBethesda, MD 20814
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Gallery Bethesda II
4850 Rugby AveBethesda, MD 20814
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Gallery Bethesda I
4800 Auburn AveBethesda, MD 20814
4710 Elm St
BethesdaMD20814
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8200W Apartments
8200 Wisconsin AveBethesda, MD 20814
7347 Wisconsin Ave, Unit 303, Unit 303
7347 Wisconsin Ave
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Topaz House
4400 East-West HwyBethesda, MD 20814
4242 East-West Hwy
BethesdaMD20815
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Battery Lane Apartments
4887 Battery LnBethesda, MD 20814
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The Seasons Apartments
4710 Bethesda AveBethesda, MD 20814
4534 Avondale St
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4801 Fairmont Ave
BethesdaMD20814
4242 East West Hwy, Unit 1020, Unit 1020
4242 East West Hwy
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Griffis Edgemoor
4900 Moorland LnBethesda, MD 20814
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The Elm
4710 Elm StBethesda, MD 20814
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Sophia Bethesda
4924 Saint Elmo AveBethesda, MD 20814
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Hampden House
4700 Hampden LnBethesda, MD 20814
8300 Wisconsin Ave
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4808 Moorland Ln, Unit 902, Unit 902
4808 Moorland LnBethesda, MD 20814
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4924 St Elmo Ave, Unit SI FL10-ID1069
4924 St Elmo AveBethesda, MD 20814
6722 Offutt Ln
BethesdaMD20815
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The Avondale Apartments
4500 Avondale StBethesda, MD 20814
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4521 E West HwyBethesda, MD 20814
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Avondale Apartments
4507-4511 Avondale StBethesda, MD 20814
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Bradley Terrace Apartments & Townhomes
6903-6919 Strathmore StBethesda, MD 20815
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Triangle Towers
4853 Cordell AveBethesda, MD 20814
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Palisades of Bethesda
4835-4835 Cordell AveBethesda, MD 20814
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HOC at Battery Lane
4998 Battery LnBethesda, MD 20814
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Cambridge Square
4909 Battery LnBethesda, MD 20814
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Tilbury Garden Apartments
7806-7820 Tilbury StBethesda, MD 20814
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Kenwood Apartments
5601 River RdBethesda, MD 20816
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Barclay Apartments and Fairfax Court
4700-4716 Bradley BlvdChevy Chase, MD 20815
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3929 Landmark Ct, Unit SI FL2-ID1247
3929 Landmark CtChevy Chase, MD 20815
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Strathmore
7025 Strathmore StChevy Chase, MD 20815
7111 Woodmont Ave
Chevy ChaseMD20815
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Fairfax Court
1 Fairfax CtChevy Chase, MD 20815
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Newdale Mews Apartments
3929 Newdale RdChevy Chase, MD 20815
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Bradley Crossing
4740 Bradley BlvdChevy Chase, MD 20815
4242 East-West Hwy, Unit 420, Unit 420
4242 East-West Hwy
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The Fields of Bethesda
5079 Bradley BlvdChevy Chase, MD 20815
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Downtown Bethesda, Bethesda, MD Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Bethesda?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Bethesda Studio Apartments | $2,312 | $1,157 | $3,647 |
| Downtown Bethesda 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,874 | $1,369 | $4,830 |
| Downtown Bethesda 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,508 | $1,499 | $9,922 |
| Downtown Bethesda 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,727 | $3,053 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Downtown Bethesda Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Bethesda 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 Downtown Bethesda 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 |
| 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 |
| Topaz House | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $1,964 |
| Gallery Bethesda I | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,970 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Bethesda, MD
As of May 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Bethesda 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 Downtown Bethesda 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 Downtown Bethesda 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 Downtown Bethesda Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Bethesda?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Bethesda is at Barclay Apartments and Fairfax Court listed at $1,157.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Bethesda Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Bethesda Apartment is $1,332 at Battery Park.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Bethesda Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Bethesda is starting from $1,499 at Battery Park.
What is the most affordable Downtown Bethesda Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Bethesda Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Battery Park and starts from $1,600.
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