Cheap Apartments for Rent in Germantown, MD from $700 (64 Rentals)

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property at 5 Whitechurch Ct

$850

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3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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5 Whitechurch Ct

GermantownMD20874
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Cherry Knoll
$1,625 - $2,383
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Cherry Knoll

18832 Bent Willow CirGermantown, MD 20874
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Avana Oak Mill
$1,641 - $2,029
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Avana Oak Mill

20010 Frederick RdGermantown, MD 20876
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

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Avana Northlake
$1,695 - $2,234
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Avana Northlake

12622 Grey Eagle CtGermantown, MD 20874
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property at 13403 Queenstown Ln

$1,700

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$1,700
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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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13403 Queenstown Ln

GermantownMD20874

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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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Churchill Senior Living
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Churchill Senior Living

21000 Father Hurley BlvdGermantown, MD 20874
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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

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Ashmore at Germantown
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Ashmore at Germantown

13500 Carlow Point CirGermantown, MD 20874
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Seneca Ridge
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Seneca Ridge

19568 Scenery DrGermantown, MD 20876
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property at 12907 Churchill Ridge Cir

$1,900

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2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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12907 Churchill Ridge Cir, Unit 7

12907 Churchill Ridge Cir
GermantownMD20874
property at 19628 Club Lake Rd

$1,200

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$1,200
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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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19628 Club Lake Rd

GaithersburgMD20886

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property at 9709 Docena Dr

$1,750

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$1,750
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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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9709 Docena Dr

GaithersburgMD20886

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

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Germantown, MD Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Germantown, MD

Pricing Updated: 08/04/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Germantown, MD area range in price from $1,157 to $3,553 with an overall median price of $1,951. Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Germantown Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Orchard Run$1,950$1,157117
Darnestown$2,050$2,0501

Cheapest Available Germantown Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Germantown, MD is a Studio unit found at Walker House in the Orchard Run neighborhood priced from $985. 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
Walker HouseS1Studio,1BA$985
The Hamptons at Town CenterSophistication1BR,1BA$1,199
Gateway at GaithersburgB1: 2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,366
Stonecreek Club ApartmentsBradford1BR,1BA$1,432
Hunt ClubAppaloosa1BR,1BA$1,460
Canterbury ApartmentsA1A (1x1)1BR,1BA$1,529
Willow Manor at Cabin Branch (Senior 62+)1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,599
Heritage at Waters Landing1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,630
Hadley GermantownAscot - A1A Income Restrictions Apply (Minimum an1BR,1BA$1,632

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Germantown, MD

As of August 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Germantown area is the $1.97 price per square foot Eastport Model at Elms Clarksburg Village in the in the Summerfield Crossing neighborhood starting from $2,748. The second greatest value Germantown apartment is the The Covington w/ Sunroom Model at Elms Germantown starting at $2,373 with a $1.89 price per square foot in the Summerfield Crossing 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.
Elms Clarksburg VillageEastport3BR,2BA$1.97
Elms GermantownThe Covington w/ Sunroom2BR,2BA$1.89
Gateway at GaithersburgC1: 3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.96
Seneca PlaceC23BR,2BA$1.79
Ashmore at Germantown2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.51
Covenant Village Senior ApartmentsTwo Bedroon- 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$2.07
Seneca Club Apartments2 BR + 2 BA Roommate Style2BR,2BA$2.03
Stonecreek Club ApartmentsSavanna2BR,1BA$2.03
Breckenridge CondominiumsCarlson1BR,1BA$2.06
Hunt ClubAppaloosa1BR,1BA$2.05

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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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 $1,632.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Germantown?

The cheapest apartment in Germantown is The Hamptons at Town Center which is listed at $1,199, while the average apartment in Germantown costs $1,951.

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 58 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 $541 which is $1,410 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Germantown.

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