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15717 Winners Dr

GaithersburgMD20878

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Breckenridge Condos
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Breckenridge Condos

9905-18503 BoysenberryGaithersburg, MD 20879
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20 E Diamond Ave
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20 E Diamond Ave

20 E Diamond AveGaithersburg, MD 20877
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Dalamar Apartments
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Dalamar Apartments

18 Dalamar StGaithersburg, MD 20877
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Rosedale Apartments
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Rosedale Apartments

16 Oneill DrGaithersburg, MD 20877
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Lar-Ken Apartments
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Lar-Ken Apartments

103-107 N Summit AveGaithersburg, MD 20877
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Gaithersburg 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: November 13, 2025

There are currently 42 available 1 Bedroom apartment units in Gaithersburg, MD neighborhoods that range in price from $1,153 to $2,168. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Gaithersburg with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Montgomery Village42$1,715$1,153

Largest Available Gaithersburg 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Gaithersburg, MD is found at Elms Shady Grove in the Quince Orchard neighborhood and is 1,137 square feet priced from $2,604. Mallory Square in the Lakewood Estates neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,041 square feet and currently listed start at $2,434. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Gaithersburg:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Elms Shady GroveA2-A Loft1,137 Sq Ft$2,604
Mallory Square11S1, 11S2, 11S3 & 11S41,041 Sq Ft$2,434
The Verandahs ApartmentsA4 - The Tupelo943 Sq Ft$1,789
Amber Commons1 Bedroom916 Sq Ft$1,775
Walker HouseA5914 Sq Ft$1,765
The RothburyA3913 Sq Ft$2,168
Hidden CreekA3910 Sq Ft$1,980
Avalon at TravilleA3BS907 Sq Ft$1,965
The Trails at King FarmSummerfield893 Sq Ft$2,000
Gaithersburg Station1 Bedroom A2826 Sq Ft$1,853

Cheapest Available Gaithersburg 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of November 13, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Gaithersburg, MD is the Willow Model starting from $1,157 at Cider Mill Apartments in the Orchard Run neighborhood. The second most affordable Gaithersburg 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom + 1 Bath Model at Londonderry Apartments starting at $1,348 in the Quince Orchard neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Gaithersburg is currently $1,875. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Gaithersburg:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Cider Mill ApartmentsWillow$1,157
Londonderry Apartments1 Bedroom + 1 Bath$1,348
Montgomery HouseMontgomery House - One Bedroom$1,395
Hillside Senior Apartment HomesOne Bedroom$1,400
TOWNE CREST APARTMENTSOne Bedroom One Bath$1,451
Brookside ViewOne bedroom $1,475
Cherry KnollA1AR - 715 sq. ft.$1,490
Avana NorthlakeOne Bedroom One Bath (709 SF)$1,499
Village at Gaithersburg1 Bedroom 1 Bath (Income Restriction Apply)$1,499

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Gaithersburg Overview

If you would like to live in a sprawling suburb with a low crime rate that is close to the hubs of Rockville, Washington D.C., Frederick, and Washington then Gaithersburg is the place for you. There are plenty of family activities and shopping and other fun ways to spend your time.

Why live in Gaithersburg, MD?

Gaithersburg is an economic powerhouse in terms of jobs offered within the tech industry. Many prominent companies are located in and around the area, and these include IBM, Sodexo USA, Gene Logic, and the National Institute of Standards and Technology. In addition, Gaithersburg is within easy commuting distance to the I-270 Technology Corridor. One can find high paying jobs in banking, data entry, customer service, the insurance industry, computers, and more. There is also access to shopping, recreation, dining, and more. Gaithersburg is a nice place to raise a family, as it is a sprawling suburb of Baltimore and D.C.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Gaithersburg, MD

Ranked #14

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
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Getting Around Gaithersburg, MD

Walk Score®

60 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

51 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

29 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Gaithersburg Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Gaithersburg with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Gaithersburg is at Cider Mill Apartments listed at $1,157.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Gaithersburg Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Gaithersburg is $1,875.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Gaithersburg Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Gaithersburg is a 1,137 square feet unit starting from $2,604 at Elms Shady Grove.

What is the average size for Gaithersburg 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Gaithersburg is currently 778 sq ft.

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