
Cheap Apartments for Rent in North Potomac, MD from $900 (29 Rentals)
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15723 Quince Trace Terrace

913 Hillside Lake Terrace

22 Solitaire Ct

Gardens of Traville

The Flats at Shady Grove

Village at Gaithersburg
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The Villages at Decoverly

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Governor Square

Sawyer Flats

Axis at Shady Grove

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Avalon at Traville

502 Philmont Dr, Unit 1
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333 Ellington Apartments

Bell Shady Grove

Beacon Place at Kentlands

Residences at Rio

MAA Fallsgrove

7 Booth St
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27 Booth St

25 Capps Ct

Brighton Village

Camden Shady Grove

Camden Washingtonian

9701 Fields Rd, Unit 1008

Camden Fallsgrove
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510 Diamondback Dr, Unit 263
North Potomac, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North Potomac?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Potomac Studio Apartments | $1,963 | $1,651 | $2,519 |
| North Potomac 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,081 | $950 | $2,945 |
| North Potomac 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,685 | $1,699 | $3,959 |
| North Potomac 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,398 | $2,099 | $4,610 |
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Cheapest Available North Potomac Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in North Potomac, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at The Flats at Shady Grove in the Lakewood Estates neighborhood priced from $1,297. Brighton Village in the Quince Orchard neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,469. Here is today’s list of the most affordable North Potomac apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Flats at Shady Grove | The Glenmont | 1BR,1BA | $1,297 |
| Brighton Village | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,469 |
| Village at Gaithersburg | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath (Income Restrictions Apply) | 2BR,1BA | $1,699 |
| Sawyer Flats | Alder | 1BR,1BA | $1,748 |
| Axis at Shady Grove | A | Studio,1BA | $1,765 |
| Gardens of Traville | Montgomery I | 1BR,1BA | $1,784 |
| Rockwell at Crown | A01 | 1BR,1BA | $1,837 |
| Mira Upper Rock | 2-S2 | Studio,1BA | $1,939 |
| The Villages at Decoverly | Apple | 1BR,1BA | $1,977 |
| Mallory Square | 01S1 & 01S2 | Studio,1BA | $1,987 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Potomac, MD
As of June 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Potomac area is the $2.38 price per square foot E4 Model at Elms Shady Grove in the in the Quince Orchard neighborhood starting from $4,167. The second greatest value North Potomac apartment is the 2X2 KENDRICK Model at Beacon Place at Kentlands starting at $2,650 with a $2.49 price per square foot in the Quince Orchard neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Potomac apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elms Shady Grove | E4 | 3BR,2BA | $2.38 |
| Beacon Place at Kentlands | 2X2 KENDRICK | 2BR,2BA | $2.49 |
| Village at Gaithersburg | 3 Bedroom 1 Bath (Income Restrictions Apply) | 3BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| eaves Washingtonian Center | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.58 |
| The Villages at Decoverly | Apple | 1BR,1BA | $2.51 |
| Brighton Village | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| MAA Fallsgrove | Traditional 1x1 674-735 SF | 1BR,1BA | $2.82 |
| Sawyer Flats | Alder | 1BR,1BA | $2.44 |
| Avalon at Traville | A1A | 1BR,1BA | $2.53 |
| Gardens of Traville | Montgomery I | 1BR,1BA | $2.69 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Potomac Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in North Potomac?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in North Potomac is at The Flats at Shady Grove listed at $1,651.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom North Potomac Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom North Potomac Apartment is $1,469 at Brighton Village.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom North Potomac Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in North Potomac is starting from $1,699 at Village at Gaithersburg.
What is the most affordable North Potomac Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap North Potomac Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Village at Gaithersburg and starts from $2,099.
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