
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Montgomery County, MD from $700 (385 Rentals)
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Main Street

Bracken Square

Cypress on Vine

913 Hillside Lake Terrace

HOC at Willow Manor LLC - Colesville

Willow Manor at Cloppers Mill (Seniors 62+)

Walker House

Blair Park Gardens

Gardens of Traville
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Montgomery Towers

Cider Mill Apartments

8310 Garland Ave

311 Domer Ave

Wayne Manchester Towers Apartments

Enclave Silver Spring

8318 Roanoke Ave

Whetstone Apartments

Flower Branch Apartments

Silver Spring Towers
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1516 Gridley Ln

Alexander House at Elizabeth Square

Montgomery White Oak Apartments

Goodacre & Pine Ridge Apartments

Windsor Court and Tower

Silver Spring House

The Flats at Columbia Pike

304 Anderson Ave

111 Lee Ave

Foxhall Apartments
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Woodside Place

Falkland Chase

Kensington Gardens

Centre at Silver Spring

625 Houston Ave, Unit 1

Rock Creek Woods

Parkside Living in Takoma Park – 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Homes at 702 Chaney Dr

White Oak Towers Apartments

1200 East-West Hwy

Gallery Bethesda II
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Pointe View at Aspen Hill - 62 years +

Fairland Crossing

The Leggett - Apartments for Seniors 62+

8206 Greenwood Ave

Oak Hill Apartments

The Louise on Western

TOWNE CREST APARTMENTS

Gallery Bethesda I

Arrive Wheaton

Chateau
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Montgomery County, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Montgomery County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montgomery County Studio Apartments | $1,817 | $705 | $2,849 |
| Montgomery County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,166 | $755 | $5,596 |
| Montgomery County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,693 | $890 | $9,185 |
| Montgomery County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,388 | $833 | $10,000+ |
| Montgomery County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,105 | $2,362 | $3,700 |
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Cheapest Available Montgomery County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Montgomery County, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at Bracken Square in the Kilmarock neighborhood priced from $800. Cypress on Vine in the North Takoma Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $900. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Montgomery County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bracken Square | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Cypress on Vine | Private Bed & Shared Bath / 6 Person Suite | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| HOC at Willow Manor LLC - Colesville | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,046 |
| Blair Park Gardens | 8308 GARLAND AVENUE TAKOMA PARK MD 20912 | Studio,1BA | $1,070 |
| Cider Mill Apartments | Willow | 1BR,1BA | $1,157 |
| Enclave Silver Spring | A1 | Studio,1BA | $1,199 |
| Whetstone Apartments | EFFICIENCY | Studio,1BA | $1,225 |
| Arrive Silver Spring | Florence | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| Silver Spring Towers | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,256 |
| Rollingwood Apartments | 0x1 | Studio,1BA | $1,265 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Montgomery County, MD
As of January 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Montgomery County area is the $1.25 price per square foot 10114 Model at Avenel Gardens in the in the Northwest Park neighborhood starting from $2,875. The second greatest value Montgomery County apartment is the 2929 Stanton Ave Model at 2929 Stanton Ave, Unit Basement starting at $2,300 with a $1.46 price per square foot in the Rosemary Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Montgomery County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avenel Gardens | 10114 | 3BR,3BA | $1.25 |
| 2929 Stanton Ave, Unit Basement | 2929 Stanton Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| 18107 Laytonia Crest Ter, Unit Basement | 18107 Laytonia Crest Ter | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Fairland Crossing | C1 - 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.48 |
| Chateau | 2Bedroom 2Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.52 |
| 14519 Dowling Dr, Unit Unit 1 | 14519 Dowling Dr | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| 1639 Winding Waye Ln, Unit Garden apartment | 1639 Winding Waye Ln | Studio ,1BA | $1.27 |
| Sheridan Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Willow Manor at Cloppers Mill (Seniors 62+) | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.56 |
| Cider Mill Apartments | Willow | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Montgomery County Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Montgomery County?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Montgomery County is under $1,265.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Montgomery County?
The cheapest apartment in Montgomery County is Bracken Square which is listed at $800, while the average apartment in Montgomery County costs $4,310.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Montgomery County?
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 359 regular apartments in Montgomery County 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 Montgomery County?
Cheap apartments in Montgomery County have an average cost of $246 which is $4,064 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Montgomery County.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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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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