
Cheap Apartments for Rent in North Potomac, MD from $1,100 (44 Rentals)
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39 Triple Crown Ct

913 Hillside Lake Terrace

Gardens of Traville

The Flats at Shady Grove

MAA Fallsgrove

Village at Gaithersburg

The Villages at Decoverly
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2317 Glenmore Terrace, Unit 1, Unit 1

854 College Pky, Unit 202, Unit 202

Bell Shady Grove

Sawyer Flats

Axis at Shady Grove

Beacon Place at Kentlands

422 Main St
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503 Palmtree Dr

Mira Upper Rock

Avalon at Traville

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Rockwell at Crown

105 Timberbrook Ln, Unit 102, Unit 102

Furnished Studio-Washington, D.C. - Rockville
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10018 Vanderbilt Cir, Unit 4-12, Unit 4-12

16 Mateus Way

14240 Alta Oaks Dr

Elms Shady Grove

14240 Alta Oaks Dr, Unit SI FL3-ID9260A

10001 Vanderbilt Cir, Unit 4

14240 Alta Oaks Dr, Unit SI FL3-ID9267A

111 Timberbrook Ln
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Brighton Village

25 Capps Ct

21 Allenhurst Ct

Camden Shady Grove

Camden Washingtonian

Camden Fallsgrove

15417 Reprise Terrace

408 Fleece Flower Dr
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1001 Gaither Rd, Unit I, Unit I

16 Mateus Way

13039 Glen Mill Rd

898 Bayridge Dr
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 | $1,942 | $1,651 | $2,426 |
| North Potomac 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,117 | $1,169 | $3,080 |
| North Potomac 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,677 | $1,674 | $3,976 |
| North Potomac 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,241 | $2,099 | $4,363 |
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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 $1,474. Brighton Village in the Quince Orchard neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,519. 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 | $1,474 |
| Brighton Village | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,519 |
| Village at Gaithersburg | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath (Income Restrictions Apply) | 2BR,1BA | $1,699 |
| Cadence at Crown | Symphony | Studio,1BA | $1,721 |
| Gardens of Traville | Montgomery I | 1BR,1BA | $1,784 |
| The Villages at Decoverly | Blue Bell-PHU-Income Based Apt. | 2BR,1BA | $1,806 |
| Mallory Square | 01S1 & 01S2 | Studio,1BA | $1,821 |
| Bell Shady Grove | S1C | Studio,1BA | $1,826 |
| Axis at Shady Grove | A | Studio,1BA | $1,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Potomac, MD
As of May 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Potomac area is the $2.30 price per square foot E5 Model at Elms Shady Grove in the in the Quince Orchard neighborhood starting from $3,478. The second greatest value North Potomac 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 North Potomac apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elms Shady Grove | E5 | 3BR,2BA | $2.30 |
| Beacon Place at Kentlands | 2X2 KENDRICK | 2BR,2BA | $1.97 |
| The Villages at Decoverly | Birch | 2BR,2BA | $2.39 |
| Village at Gaithersburg | 3 Bedroom 1 Bath (Income Restrictions Apply) | 3BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| 2317 Glenmore Terrace, Unit 1 | 2317 Glenmore Terrace | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| Governor Square | 1Bx1FA | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| Sawyer Flats | Birch | 1BR,1BA | $2.38 |
| Brighton Village | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| MAA Fallsgrove | Traditional 1x1 674-735 SF | 1BR,1BA | $2.71 |
| 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 Cadence at Crown listed at $1,721.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom North Potomac Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom North Potomac Apartment is $1,474 at The Flats at Shady Grove.
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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