Cheap Apartments for Rent in Germantown, MD from $700 (42 Rentals)

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Avana Oak Mill
$1,491 - $2,061
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Avana Oak Mill

20010 Frederick RdGermantown, MD 20876
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Avana Northlake
$1,588 - $2,080
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Avana Northlake

12622 Grey Eagle CtGermantown, MD 20874
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Cherry Knoll
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$1,591 - $2,747
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Cherry Knoll

18832 Bent Willow CirGermantown, MD 20874
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Churchill Senior Living
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Churchill Senior Living

21000 Father Hurley BlvdGermantown, MD 20874
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Seneca Club Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Seneca Club Apartments

18065 Cottage Garden DrGermantown, MD 20874
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Seneca Ridge
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Seneca Ridge

19568 Scenery DrGermantown, MD 20876
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$1,250

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19628 Club Lake Rd

GaithersburgMD20886

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property at 1148 Knoll Mist Ln

$1,350

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1148 Knoll Mist Ln

GaithersburgMD20879

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Dalamar Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Dalamar Apartments

18 Dalamar StGaithersburg, MD 20877
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Forest Oak Towers
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Forest Oak Towers

101 Odendhal AveGaithersburg, MD 20877
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Walker House
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Walker House

18700 Walkers Choice RdGaithersburg, MD 20886
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Hunt Club
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hunt Club

404 Christopher AveGaithersburg, MD 20879
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Elme Watkins Mill
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Elme Watkins Mill

180 Watkins Station CirGaithersburg, MD 20879

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Germantown, MD

Pricing Updated: 05/05/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Germantown, 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 Germantown Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Darnestown$2,050$2,0501
Orchard Run$2,832$1,153149

Cheapest Available Germantown Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Germantown, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at Cider Mill Apartments in the Orchard Run neighborhood priced from $1,157. The Hamptons at Town Center in the Summerfield Crossing neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,199. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Germantown apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Cider Mill ApartmentsWillow1BR,1BA$1,157
The Hamptons at Town CenterSophistication Affordable1BR,1BA$1,199
Stonecreek Club ApartmentsBradford1BR,1BA$1,396
Walker HouseS1Studio,1BA$1,485
Avana Oak MillOne Bedroom One Bath (706 SF)1BR,1BA$1,491
Heritage at Waters Landing1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,499
Willow Manor at Cabin Branch (Senior 62+)1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,499
Hunt ClubAppaloosa1BR,1BA$1,500
Elme Watkins MillSycamore - A1B1BR,1BA$1,550
Paramount & Majestic at Spectrum Town CenterMulberryStudio,1BA$1,562

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Germantown, MD

As of May 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Germantown area is the $1.68 price per square foot Two Bedroom B2-D Model at Seneca Place in the in the Summerfield Crossing neighborhood starting from $2,020. The second greatest value Germantown apartment is the 2X2 KENDRICK Model at Beacon Place at Kentlands starting at $2,100 with a $1.97 price per square foot in the Quince Orchard neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Germantown apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Seneca PlaceTwo Bedroom B2-D2BR,2BA$1.68
Beacon Place at Kentlands2X2 KENDRICK2BR,2BA$1.97
13101 Briarcliff Ter, Unit #9-91113101 Briarcliff Ter2BR,2BA$1.93
Whetstone ApartmentsTWO BEDROOM2BR,1BA$2.10
Seneca Club Apartments2 BR + 2 BA Roommate Style2BR,2BA$1.93
Gateway at Gaithersburg1 Bed - 1 Bath (Renovated)1BR,1BA$1.83
Covenant Village Senior ApartmentsTwo Bedrooom- One Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.94
Breckenridge CondominiumsCarlson1BR,1BA$2.00
Cider Mill ApartmentsWillow1BR,1BA$1.43
Elme Watkins MillSycamore - A1B1BR,1BA$2.11

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Germantown Overview

The third most-populated community in all of Maryland, Germantown is a thriving locale that acts as home to close to 90,000 residents. Located just a stone's throw from the hub of Washington, DC, this on-the-go hot spot offers much in the way of convenience and potential for those eager to discover a new place to call home in the great state of Maryland.

Why live in Germantown, MD?

Boasting much in the way of cultural excitement and proud heritage, Germantown makes an excellent choice for anyone considering a move to the great state of Maryland. Flush with plenty of retail shopping, area school, and amenities such as restaurants and museums, this thriving township is ideal for anyone working in the Washington, DC area that longs for some smaller city ambiance.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Germantown Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Germantown?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Germantown is under $1,562.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Germantown?

The cheapest apartment in Germantown is Cider Mill Apartments which is listed at $1,157, while the average apartment in Germantown costs $2,441.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Germantown?

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 38 regular apartments in Germantown 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 Germantown?

Cheap apartments in Germantown have an average cost of $546 which is $1,895 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Germantown.

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