
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bethesda Neighborhood of Durham, NC from $500 (16 Rentals)
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Bethesda, Durham, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bethesda?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bethesda Studio Apartments | $1,437 | $1,073 | $1,728 |
| Bethesda 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,461 | $800 | $2,682 |
| Bethesda 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,789 | $1,099 | $2,952 |
| Bethesda 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,141 | $1,450 | $3,629 |
| Bethesda 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,027 | $1,650 | $3,035 |
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There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Bethesda Neighborhood of Durham, NC.
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Cheapest Available Bethesda Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Bethesda area of Durham, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Private Room with Walk-In Closet – Utilities & WiFi Included priced from $800. Indigo Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,034. Here are the most affordable Bethesda apartments for rent in Durham, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Private Room with Walk-In Closet – Utilities & WiFi Included | Dillard (Inside Unit) - 1st floor - Suite A | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Indigo Apartments | A1AR | 1BR,1BA | $1,034 |
| Haven at Research Triangle Park | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1,038 |
| Encore at the Park | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,061 |
| MAA Research Park | E1 | Studio,1BA | $1,073 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bethesda, NC
As of March 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bethesda area is the $1.27 price per square foot D2T Model at Avalon Townhomes Brier Creek in the in the South Durham neighborhood starting from $3,035. The second greatest value Bethesda apartment is the Rowan Model at Abode at Stella View starting at $2,650 with a $1.38 price per square foot in the South Durham neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bethesda apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Avalon Townhomes Brier Creek | D2T | 4BR,3.5BA | $1.27 |
| Abode at Stella View | Rowan | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.38 |
| Pendleton Townhomes | Four Bedroom Townhome | 4BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| Emory Woods | 3 BEDROOM 2.5 BATH TOWNHOME | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.18 |
| Retreat at RTP | Willow Deluxe | 3BR,2BA | $1.43 |
| Foxridge Apartments | Two Bedroom Two Bathroom 45% | 2BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| Woodland Creek Townhomes and Apartments | The Longleaf Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Encore at the Park | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Springwood Park | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Fox Crossing Luxury Apartments | Franklin | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bethesda Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Bethesda?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Bethesda is under $1,214.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Bethesda?
The cheapest apartment in Bethesda is Private Room with Walk-In Closet – Utilities & WiFi Included which is listed at $800, while the average apartment in Bethesda costs $2,250.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Bethesda?
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 90 regular apartments in Bethesda 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?
Cheap apartments in Bethesda have an average cost of $589 which is $1,661 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Bethesda.
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