
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Wheaton Neighborhood of Silver Spring, MD from $1,100 (18 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Wheaton area of Silver Spring.


Glenmont Forest

The Warwick Apartments

Landmark at Glenmont Station

National Park Seminary Apartments

Belvedere Apartments
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Auden Place

Randolph Village Senior Apartments, 62+

12007 Eaglewood Ct

Bucknell

Kensington House
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The Flats at Wheaton Station
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Downtown Wheaton, Silver Spring, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Wheaton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Wheaton Studio Apartments | $1,541 | $1,287 | $2,024 |
| Downtown Wheaton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,834 | $1,335 | $3,112 |
| Downtown Wheaton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,139 | $1,659 | $3,752 |
| Downtown Wheaton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,531 | $1,948 | $3,500 |
| Downtown Wheaton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,000 | $3,000 | $3,000 |
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There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown Wheaton Neighborhood of Silver Spring, MD.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Wheaton Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Wheaton area of Washington, MD is a Studio unit found at Glenmont Forest priced from $1,287. The Warwick Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,302. Here are the most affordable Downtown Wheaton apartments for rent in Washington, MD:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glenmont Forest | EFFICIENCY, NHP | Studio,1BA | $1,287 |
| The Warwick Apartments | ALLEGANY | Studio,1BA | $1,302 |
| Landmark at Glenmont Station | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,325 |
| National Park Seminary Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,461 |
| Kensington House | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Wheaton, MD
As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Wheaton area is the $2.04 price per square foot 10662 Weymouth St Model at 10662 Weymouth St, Unit 2 in the in the Parkside neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Downtown Wheaton apartment is the 1 Bedroom + 1 Bath Model at Village Square Apartments starting at $1,818 with a $2.07 price per square foot in the Parkside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Wheaton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10662 Weymouth St, Unit 2 | 10662 Weymouth St | 2BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| Village Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom + 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| National Park Seminary Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Auden Place | Model 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| Randolph Village Senior Apartments, 62+ | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| The Flats at Wheaton Station | 1G/1H | 1BR,1BA | $2.54 |
| Oakfield Apartment Homes | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| AVA Wheaton | A7-682-Urban | 1BR,1BA | $2.54 |
| Allium Place | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.53 |
| The Warwick Apartments | ALLEGANY | Studio ,1BA | $2.41 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Wheaton, Silver Spring, MD
Ranked #32
Among cities in Maryland for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Wheaton Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Wheaton?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Wheaton is under $1,700.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Wheaton?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Wheaton is Landmark at Glenmont Station which is listed at $1,460, while the average apartment in Downtown Wheaton costs $3,300.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Wheaton?
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 15 regular apartments in Downtown Wheaton 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 Downtown Wheaton?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Wheaton have an average cost of $171 which is $3,129 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Wheaton.
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