Cheap Apartments for Rent in Potomac, MD from $700 (62 Rentals)

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The Perry
$2,400 - $3,714
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The Perry

12430 Park Potomac AvePotomac, MD 20854
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property at 7824 Whiterim Terrace

$1,800

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$1,800

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$1,800

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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7824 Whiterim Terrace

PotomacMD20854

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property at 4 Monroe St

$1,750

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$1,750

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Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jul 1

4 Monroe St, Unit 1111

4 Monroe St
RockvilleMD20850

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212 W Montgomery Ave
$1,850 - $2,850
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$1,850 - $2,850

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212 W Montgomery Ave

212 W Montgomery AveRockville, MD 20850
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The Stories
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$1,924 - $3,819
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The Stories

1620 E Jefferson StRockville, MD 20852
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The Rae
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$1,970 - $4,770
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The Rae

10401 Motor City DrBethesda, MD 20817
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property at 118 Monroe St

$2,000

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118 Monroe St, Unit 103

118 Monroe St
RockvilleMD20850

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Miramont
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Miramont

6040 California CirRockville, MD 20852
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$1,750 - $2,249

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118 Monroe St

RockvilleMD20850

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Potomac, MD

Pricing Updated: 06/11/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Potomac, 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 Potomac Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Carderock$10,850$5,2753

Cheapest Available Potomac Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Potomac, MD is a 2 Beds unit found at Parkside Landing Apartments in the Tilden Woods neighborhood priced from $961. Bethany House in the Halpine neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,135. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Potomac apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Parkside Landing ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$961
Bethany HouseEfficiencyStudio,1BA$1,135
Woodmont Park ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,430
Rollins Park ApartmentsMaple - 1x11BR,1BA$1,634
Main StreetB2 502BR,2BA$1,650
MiramontStudioStudio,1BA$1,722
The Residences at Congressional VillageRedding1BR,1BA$1,765
Gardens of TravilleMontgomery I1BR,1BA$1,784
Park Terrace Apartments1 bed, 1 bath renovated1BR,1BA$1,790
The Met RockvilleA1Studio,1BA$1,832

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Potomac, MD

As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Potomac area is the $2.50 price per square foot 548 River Bend Rd Model at 548 River Bend Rd in the in the Potomac View neighborhood starting from $2,995. The second greatest value Potomac apartment is the B2 50 Model at Main Street starting at $1,650 with a $1.94 price per square foot in the Halpine neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Potomac apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
548 River Bend Rd548 River Bend Rd1BR,1BA$2.50
Main StreetB2 502BR,2BA$1.94
The Morgan Apartment HomesThe Strathmore2BR,1BA$2.47
212 W Montgomery Ave212 W Montgomery Ave1BR,1BA$2.24
Congressional TowersWoodmont1BR,1BA$2.52
Fenestra at The SquareFenestra - 1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.53
Park Terrace Apartments1 bed, 1 bath renovated1BR,1BA$2.39
Parkside Landing ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.31
Woodmont Park ApartmentsOne Bedroom with Den1BR,1BA$2.44
Rollins Park ApartmentsSequoia - 1x11BR,1BA$2.38

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Potomac Overview

A highly prestigious locale situated with sweeping river views and offering some of the most in-demand amenities in the great state of Maryland, Potomac is east coast living at its absolute best. From 4-star restaurants to a myriad of retail shopping options, this gem of Maryland is a fantastic place to call home.

Why live in Potomac, MD?

Offering amazing scenic vista views of the river and area wilderness, this is a city of natural beauty. CNN Money has listed Potomac as 'one of the nation's most affluent towns', and Forbes recently listed it in its 'Top 10 Most-Educated Cities' awards. From lauded nearby schools to some of the best restaurants in the state, Potomac apartment living is Maryland life at its most luxurious.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Potomac Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Potomac?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Potomac is at Bethany House listed at $1,135.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Potomac Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Potomac Apartment is $1,430 at Woodmont Park Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Potomac Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Potomac is starting from $961 at Parkside Landing Apartments.

What is the most affordable Potomac Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Potomac Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Fields of Rockville and starts from $2,100.

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