
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Gaithersburg, MD from $700 (37 Rentals)
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Cider Mill Apartments

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Londonderry Apartments

Hillside Senior Apartment Homes

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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 |
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Cheap Gaithersburg Studio Apartments | $1,811 | $1,200 | $2,899 |
Cheap Gaithersburg 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,018 | $775 | $4,730 |
Cheap Gaithersburg 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,485 | $1,355 | $5,052 |
Cheap Gaithersburg 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,992 | $1,520 | $6,148 |
Cheap Gaithersburg 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,199 | $2,287 | $4,943 |
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Gaithersburg, MD Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Gaithersburg, MD
Pricing Updated: 06/28/2025Current 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 |
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Montgomery Village | $2,395 | $1,153 | 71 |
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. Hillside Senior Apartment Homes in the Hidden Creek neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,400. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Gaithersburg apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Cider Mill Apartments | Willow | 1BR,1BA | $1,157 |
Hillside Senior Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
Summit Crest | 1Bedroom 1Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,463 |
Whetstone Apartments | ONE BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $1,475 |
Village at Gaithersburg | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,499 |
Walker House Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
Hunt Club | Appaloosa | 1BR,1BA | $1,505 |
The Flats at Shady Grove | The Dupont | Studio,1BA | $1,511 |
TOWNE CREST APARTMENTS | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,521 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gaithersburg, MD
As of June 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Gaithersburg area is the $1.50 price per square foot The Rockville Model at The Ivy Rockville in the in the Lakewood Estates neighborhood starting from $2,482. The second greatest value Gaithersburg apartment is the Two Bedroom B2 Model at Seneca Place starting at $1,754 with a $1.46 price per square foot in the Summerfield Crossing 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. |
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The Ivy Rockville | The Rockville | 3BR,2BA | $1.50 |
Seneca Place | Two Bedroom B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.46 |
Londonderry Apartments | 2 Bedrooms + 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.51 |
Covenant Village Senior Apartments | Two Bedroom- One & Half Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.84 |
Maplewood Villas | Two Bedroom Duplex | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.88 |
CHELSEA PARK | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.01 |
Amber Commons | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 |
Gateway at Gaithersburg | 1 Bed - 1 Bath (Renovated) | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
Breckenridge Condominiums | Carlson | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
Cider Mill Apartments | Willow | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
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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.
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Among cities in Maryland for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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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
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 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 $1,521.
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 $2,395.
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 23 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 $928 which is $1,467 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Gaithersburg.
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