Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Bethesda Neighborhood of Bethesda, MD from $1,000 (33 Rentals)

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Waverly House
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Waverly House

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

Avondale Apartments

4507-4511 Avondale StBethesda, 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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property at 7111 Woodmont Ave

7111 Woodmont Ave

Chevy ChaseMD20815
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Fairfax Court
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Fairfax Court

1 Fairfax CtChevy Chase, MD 20815
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Newdale Mews Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Newdale Mews Apartments

3929 Newdale RdChevy 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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The Fields of Bethesda
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Fields of Bethesda

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

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. Triangle Towers has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,633. Here are the most affordable Downtown Bethesda apartments for rent in Washington, MD:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Barclay Apartments and Fairfax CourtBarclay- StudioStudio,1BA$1,157
Triangle TowersJunior Studio 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$1,633
8200W Apartments0x1Studio,1BA$1,683
The Seasons ApartmentsNO 3 - Studio / Bethesda AveStudio,1BA$1,755
Rosedale Park ApartmentsBalboaStudio,1BA$1,775
Topaz HouseEfficiencyStudio,1BA$1,964
Strathmore1 Bedroom + Den1BR,1BA$1,985
The MetropolitanHamilton1BR,1BA$2,067
Ellis Bethesda1 Bed/1 Bath-A031BR,1BA$2,069
Crescent at Chevy ChaseTop Floor Jr One Bedroom w/ Balcony1BR,1BA$2,150

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Bethesda, MD

As of November 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Bethesda area is the $2.35 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Middlebrooke Apartments in the in the Woodmont Triangle neighborhood starting from $2,385. The second greatest value Downtown Bethesda apartment is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model at Palisades of Bethesda starting at $2,219 with a $2.63 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Middlebrooke Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.35
Palisades of Bethesda1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2.63
Battery Lane Apartments2 Bedroom 2BR,1BA$2.71
Strathmore2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.62
Bethesda PlaceTier 41BR,1BA$3.26
The MetropolitanGeorgetown1BR,1BA$3.06
Ellis Bethesda1 Bed/1 Bath-A041BR,1BA$3.09
Rosedale Park ApartmentsCarlyle1BR,1BA$3.35
The Seasons ApartmentsNO 3 - Studio / Bethesda AveStudio ,1BA$2.93
Barclay Apartments and Fairfax CourtBarclay- StudioStudio ,1BA$2.72

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Bethesda, Bethesda, MD

Ranked #5

Among cities in Maryland for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers works hard to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Downtown Bethesda, Bethesda, and the greater Washington area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, places to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and much more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Downtown Bethesda Neighborhood in Bethesda, MD

Walk Score®

95 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

82 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

60 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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 $1,369 at Barclay Apartments and Fairfax Court.

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 $1,624 at Barclay Apartments and Fairfax Court.

What is the most affordable Downtown Bethesda Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Downtown Bethesda Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Topaz House and starts from $3,886.

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