Cheap Apartments for Rent in Germantown, MD from $700 (19 Rentals)

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property at 5 Whitechurch Ct

$850

3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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5 Whitechurch Ct

GermantownMD20874
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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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property at 19628 Club Lake Rd

$1,300

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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19628 Club Lake Rd

GaithersburgMD20886

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property at 9668 Brassie Way

$900

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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9668 Brassie Way

Montgomery VillageMD20886
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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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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Germantown, MD

Pricing Updated: 01/25/2026

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$1,593$1,0461
Orchard Run$2,550$1,060206

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 $1,060. Cider Mill Apartments in the Orchard Run neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,157. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Germantown apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Walker HouseS1Studio,1BA$1,060
Cider Mill ApartmentsWillow1BR,1BA$1,157
Whetstone ApartmentsEFFICIENCYStudio,1BA$1,225
Stonecreek Club ApartmentsBradford1BR,1BA$1,396
Axiom Cabin BranchS1Studio,1BA$1,467

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Germantown, MD

As of January 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Germantown area is the $2.03 price per square foot 3 Bed - 2 Bath (Renovated) Model at Gateway at Gaithersburg in the in the Quince Orchard neighborhood starting from $2,540. The second greatest value Germantown apartment is the Three Bedroom C2 Model at Seneca Place starting at $2,117 with a $1.76 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.
Gateway at Gaithersburg3 Bed - 2 Bath (Renovated)3BR,2BA$2.03
Seneca PlaceThree Bedroom C23BR,2BA$1.76
Willow Manor at Cloppers Mill (Seniors 62+)2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.56
Acclaim at Germantown2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.84
Covenant Village Senior ApartmentsTwo Bedroom-One Bath2BR,1BA$1.93
Cider Mill ApartmentsWillow1BR,1BA$1.42
Breckenridge CondominiumsDillon1BR,1BA$2.12
Cherry KnollA1AR - 715 sq. ft.1BR,1BA$2.14
Canterbury ApartmentsOne Bedroom A1A1BR,1BA$2.13
Avana Oak MillOne Bedroom One Bath (706 SF)1BR,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 $1,559.

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 $2,071.

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 37 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 $1,077 which is $994 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Germantown.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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