
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Gaithersburg, MD from $700 (47 Rentals)
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Brookside View

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Gaithersburg, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Gaithersburg?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Gaithersburg Studio Apartments | $1,736 | $1,300 | $2,360 |
| Cheap Gaithersburg 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,921 | $950 | $3,010 |
| Cheap Gaithersburg 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,280 | $1,355 | $3,886 |
| Cheap Gaithersburg 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,889 | $1,520 | $4,572 |
| Cheap Gaithersburg 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,149 | $2,362 | $3,700 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Gaithersburg, MD
Pricing Updated: 03/16/2026Current apartment rentals in the Gaithersburg, MD area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Gaithersburg Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montgomery Village | $2,362 | $1,153 | 91 |
Cheapest Available Gaithersburg Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Gaithersburg, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at Cider Mill Apartments in the Orchard Run neighborhood priced from $1,157. Montgomery House in the Emory Grove neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,295. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Gaithersburg apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cider Mill Apartments | Willow | 1BR,1BA | $1,157 |
| Montgomery House | 1 Bed/1Bath on Rte 355 Close to Public Transit.... | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| CHELSEA PARK | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,298 |
| Whetstone Apartments | EFFICIENCY | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| TOWNE CREST APARTMENTS | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,352 |
| Summit Crest | Studio 1Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,441 |
| Hunt Club | Appaloosa | 1BR,1BA | $1,447 |
| Londonderry Apartments | 1 Bedroom + 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,448 |
| Cedar Court Apartments | Studio 117 | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gaithersburg, MD
As of March 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Gaithersburg area is the $1.36 price per square foot The Montgomery Model at The Ivy Rockville in the in the Lakewood Estates neighborhood starting from $3,230. The second greatest value Gaithersburg apartment is the (Middle) The Calvert Model at Woodward Crossing Townhomes starting at $3,500 with a $1.61 price per square foot in the Stewart Town neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Gaithersburg apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ivy Rockville | The Montgomery | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.36 |
| Woodward Crossing Townhomes | (Middle) The Calvert | 4BR,3.5BA | $1.61 |
| 28 Windbrooke Cir | 28 Windbrooke Cir | 2BR,2BA | $1.77 |
| Seneca Place | Three Bedroom C2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.80 |
| 18308 Streamside Drive, Unit 103 | 18308 Streamside Drive | 2BR,2BA | $1.73 |
| 19917 Knollcross Dr, Unit Luxury basement apartment | 19917 Knollcross Dr | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| The Verandahs Apartments | B1 - The Willow | 2BR,2BA | $1.80 |
| Gateway at Gaithersburg | 1 Bed - 1 Bath (Renovated) | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| Cider Mill Apartments | Willow | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Montgomery House | 1 Bed/1Bath on Rte 355 Close to Public Transit.... | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
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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.
Gaithersburg, MDPopulation: 68,289
Ranked #531
in US Census Population by City
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Gaithersburg Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Gaithersburg?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Gaithersburg is under $1,450.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Gaithersburg?
The cheapest apartment in Gaithersburg is Cider Mill Apartments which is listed at $1,157, while the average apartment in Gaithersburg costs $2,362.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Gaithersburg?
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 4 regular apartments in Gaithersburg 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 Gaithersburg?
Cheap apartments in Gaithersburg have an average cost of $875 which is $1,487 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Gaithersburg.
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