Cheap Homes for Rent in Bethesda, MD from $900 (31 Rentals)

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property at 5335 42nd Pl NW

$1,295 - $1,439

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$1,295 - $1,439

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Aug 1

5335 42nd Pl NW

WashingtonDC20015

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property at 10210 Capitol View Ave

$1,600

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$1,600

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3 Bedroom, 3 Bath Home for Rent

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10210 Capitol View Ave

Silver SpringMD20910
property at 2939 Van Ness St NW

$1,675

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$1,675

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Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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2939 Van Ness St NW, Unit 945

2939 Van Ness St NW
WashingtonDC20008
property at 5315 Connecticut Ave NW

$1,745

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$1,745

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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5315 Connecticut Ave NW, Unit 502

5315 Connecticut Ave NW
WashingtonDC20015
property at 2939 Van Ness St NW

$1,795

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$1,795

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$1,795

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Aug 15

2939 Van Ness St NW, Unit 1229

2939 Van Ness St NW
WashingtonDC20008

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property at 6654 Hillandale Rd

$1,800

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$1,800

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Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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6654 Hillandale Rd, Unit 6654A - Studio

6654 Hillandale Rd
BethesdaMD20815
property at 7401 Westlake Terrace

$1,800

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$1,800

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$1,800

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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7401 Westlake Terrace, Unit 610

7401 Westlake Terrace
BethesdaMD20817
property at 5500 Friendship Blvd

$1,825

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$1,825

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$1,825

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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5500 Friendship Blvd, Unit 825N

5500 Friendship Blvd
Chevy ChaseMD20815
property at 4242 East West Hwy

$1,845

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$1,845

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$1,845

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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4242 East West Hwy, Unit 917

4242 East West Hwy
BethesdaMD20815
property at 10410 Montrose Ave

$1,850

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$1,850

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$1,850

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Aug 2

10410 Montrose Ave, Unit Montrose Ave

10410 Montrose Ave
BethesdaMD20814
property at 5225 Pooks Hill Rd

$1,850

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$1,850

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$1,850

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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5225 Pooks Hill Rd

BethesdaMD20814

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property at 10320 Rockville Pike

$1,890

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$1,890

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$1,890

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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10320 Rockville Pike, Unit 401

10320 Rockville Pike
RockvilleMD20852
property at 10618 Kenilworth Ave

$1,900

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$1,900

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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10618 Kenilworth Ave, Unit 203

10618 Kenilworth Ave
BethesdaMD20814
property at 4600 Connecticut Ave NW

$1,900

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$1,900

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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4600 Connecticut Ave NW, Unit 215

4600 Connecticut Ave NW
WashingtonDC20008

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Bethesda, MD Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Bethesda, MD

Pricing Updated: 07/05/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Bethesda, MD area range in price from $1,100 to $12,256 with an overall median price of $6,198. The three Bethesda neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Burning Tree Estates at $1,800, Carderock Springs at $1,970, and West Bethesda at $1,477. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Bethesda Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Burning Tree Estates$3,002$1,80033
Carderock Springs$3,017$1,97014
West Bethesda$3,017$1,47716
Westwood$4,453$1,157113
Wildwood Manor$4,520$1,455135
Bannockburn$4,800$1,199163
Bradmoor$5,260$1,298744
Huntington Terrace$6,206$1,250806
Woodacres$6,210$1,157793
Woodburn$6,301$1,100662

Cheapest Available Bethesda Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Bethesda, MD is a Studio unit found at Barclay Apartments and Fairfax Court in the Woodmont Triangle neighborhood priced from $1,157. Chevy Chase Tower in the North Cleveland Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Bethesda apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Barclay Apartments and Fairfax CourtBarclay- StudioStudio,1BA$1,157
Chevy Chase TowerStudioStudio,1BA$1,250
The KenmoreStudio - S1DStudio,1BA$1,298
Battery Park1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1,332
Claridge HouseStudio 1BathroomStudio,1BA$1,365
4000 MassachusettsStudioStudio,1BA$1,400

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bethesda, MD

As of July 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bethesda area is the $2.25 price per square foot Design 3A Model at Willard Towers in the in the Spring Valley neighborhood starting from $3,827. The second greatest value Bethesda apartment is the Kahlo - Two Bedroom, Two Bath Model at Highland House West starting at $3,092 with a $2.27 price per square foot in the Rock Creek Forest neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bethesda apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Willard TowersDesign 3A3BR,2BA$2.25
Highland House WestKahlo - Two Bedroom, Two Bath2BR,2BA$2.27
Middlebrooke Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.30
North ParkMaryland Premier1BR,1BA$2.37
Rollingwood Apartments2x12BR,1BA$1.90
Battery Park1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1.55
National Park Seminary Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.74
Spring Valley ApartmentsShare 2 BR1BR,1BA$2.39
The Abby1 BEDROOM1BR,1BA$2.41
Claridge HouseStudio 1BathroomStudio ,1BA$2.08

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Bethesda, MD

Ranked #4

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Bethesda

What type of rentals are currently available in Bethesda?

There are currently 388 Apartments for Rent in Bethesda, MD with pricing that ranges from $1,100 to $12,256. There are also 286 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Bethesda ranging from $995 to $22,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Bethesda?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Bethesda ranges from $995 to $22,500 with an average monthly rent of $5,859.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Bethesda?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Bethesda range from $2,250 to $12,256, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,600 to $7,025. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,365 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,200.

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