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Downtown Wheaton, Silver Spring, MD Local Guide

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 Arrive Wheaton priced from $1,362. Kensington Gardens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,568. Here are the most affordable Downtown Wheaton apartments for rent in Washington, MD:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Arrive WheatonFairfield AffordableStudio,1BA$1,362
Kensington Gardens2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,568
The Flats at Wheaton Station1K1BR,1BA$1,596

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Wheaton, MD

As of October 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Wheaton area is the $2.67 price per square foot 2BR; TOP; COURTYARD EXPO Model at Wheaton House in the in the Forest Glen neighborhood starting from $2,360. The second greatest value Downtown Wheaton apartment is the 1BR/1Bath Model at Encore at Wheaton Station starting at $1,853 with a $2.39 price per square foot in the Forest Glen neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Wheaton apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Wheaton House2BR; TOP; COURTYARD EXPO2BR,1BA$2.67
Encore at Wheaton Station1BR/1Bath1BR,1BA$2.39
Maven at WheatonJunior One Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.52
AVA WheatonA5-660-Urban1BR,1BA$2.68
Kensington Gardens2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.41
Kensington HouseOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.06
The Flats at Wheaton Station1A1BR,1BA$2.69
Arrive WheatonFairfaxStudio ,1BA$3.01

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Wheaton, Silver Spring, MD

Ranked #47

Among cities in Maryland for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Wheaton

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Wheaton?

There are currently 25 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Wheaton, MD with pricing that ranges from $1,568 to $4,364. There are also 24 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Wheaton ranging from $1,200 to $4,899.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Wheaton?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Wheaton ranges from $1,200 to $4,899 with an average monthly rent of $2,890.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Washington DC Local Expert's Guide to Top Affordable Neighborhoods for Renters in the DC Metro

Written by: Steve Lilly

I'm Steve, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Washington, DC.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.