Cheap Apartments for Rent in Potomac, MD from $700 (57 Rentals)

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The Perry Apartments
$2,408 - $5,149
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The Perry Apartments

12430 Park Potomac AvePotomac, MD 20854
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property at 7927 Foxcrest Ct

$2,649

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$2,649

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$2,649

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Townhome for Rent

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7927 Foxcrest Ct

PotomacMD20854
property at 5 Mannakee St

$850

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$850

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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5 Mannakee St

RockvilleMD20850

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property at 4 Monroe St

$1,625

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$1,625

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$1,625

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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4 Monroe St, Unit 1201

4 Monroe St
RockvilleMD20850
property at 4 Monroe St

$1,700

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$1,700

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Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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4 Monroe St, Unit 1111

4 Monroe St
RockvilleMD20850

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The Rae
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$1,807 - $4,224
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The Rae

10401 Motor City DrBethesda, MD 20817
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property at 4 Monroe St

$1,850

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$1,850

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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4 Monroe St, Unit #1108

4 Monroe St
RockvilleMD20850
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The Stories
$1,893 - $3,819
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$1,893 - $3,819

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The Stories

1620 E Jefferson StRockville, MD 20852
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property at 7401 Westlake Ter

$2,350

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2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Aug 15

7401 Westlake Ter, Unit West Lake Terr

7401 Westlake Ter
BethesdaMD20817

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property at 5817 Edson Ln

$2,700

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5817 Edson Ln

RockvilleMD20852
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Miramont
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Miramont

6040 California CirRockville, MD 20852

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Potomac, MD

Pricing Updated: 07/27/2026

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$3,200$3,2001

Cheapest Available Potomac Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Potomac, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at Parkside Landing Apartments in the Tilden Woods neighborhood priced from $805. 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 ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$805
Bethany HouseEfficiencyStudio,1BA$1,135
Woodmont Park ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,430
MiramontStudioStudio,1BA$1,436
Village Green Condominium1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1,595
The Met RockvilleA1Studio,1BA$1,721
The Montgomery ApartmentsA2S1BR,1BA$1,807
The RaeS4Studio,1BA$1,807
Gardens of TravilleMontgomery I1BR,1BA$1,808
Park Terrace Apartments1 bed, 1 bath renovated1BR,1BA$1,830

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Potomac, MD

As of July 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Potomac area is the $2.19 price per square foot 212 W Montgomery Ave Model at 212 W Montgomery Ave, Unit #2 in the in the Lakewood Estates neighborhood starting from $2,850. The second greatest value Potomac apartment is the 548 River Bend Rd Model at 548 River Bend Rd starting at $2,995 with a $2.50 price per square foot in the Potomac View 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.
212 W Montgomery Ave, Unit #2212 W Montgomery Ave3BR,2BA$2.19
548 River Bend Rd548 River Bend Rd1BR,1BA$2.50
MAA FallsgroveTraditional 2x1 970 SF2BR,1BA$2.48
Rollins Park ApartmentsRedwood - 2x12BR,1BA$2.23
Fenestra at The SquareFenestra - 1 Bed / 1 Bath / Den1BR,1BA$2.56
Woodmont Park ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.31
The Residences at Congressional VillageBraxton1BR,1BA$2.50
Park Terrace Apartments1 bed, 1 bath renovated1BR,1BA$2.44
Parkside Landing ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.17
Village Green Condominium1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$2.45

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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 $805 at Parkside Landing 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 Rollins Park Apartments and starts from $2,914.

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