
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Wheaton Neighborhood of Silver Spring, MD from $1,100 (27 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Wheaton area of Silver Spring.


Landmark at Glenmont Station

National Park Seminary Apartments

Belvedere Apartments

AVA Wheaton

Auden Place
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Randolph Village Senior Apartments, 62+

Burnt Mills Crossing

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Village Square Apartments

Encore at Wheaton Station
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Wheaton House

11512 Bucknell Dr, Unit 11512BucknellDr.Unit3

12007 Eaglewood Ct

Bucknell

Glenmont Crossing

Kensington House
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3121 Homewood Pky, Unit Basement

Kensington Gardens

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Arrive Wheaton

Silver Creek Senior Living 62+

Maven at Wheaton
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The Glen at Kensington

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3015 Upton Dr
Wheaton, Silver Spring, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Wheaton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheaton Studio Apartments | $1,537 | $1,257 | $2,024 |
| Wheaton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,839 | $1,299 | $3,140 |
| Wheaton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,115 | $1,659 | $3,743 |
| Wheaton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,512 | $1,948 | $3,500 |
| Wheaton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,000 | $3,000 | $3,000 |
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There are currently 27 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Wheaton Neighborhood of Silver Spring, MD.
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Cheapest Available Wheaton Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Wheaton area of Washington, MD is a Studio unit found at Glenmont Forest priced from $1,257. Kensington House has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,299. Here are the most affordable Wheaton apartments for rent in Washington, MD:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glenmont Forest | EFFICIENCY, NHP | Studio,1BA | $1,257 |
| Kensington House | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| Landmark at Glenmont Station | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,352 |
| National Park Seminary Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,461 |
| Oakfield Apartment Homes | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,623 |
| Arrive Wheaton | Fairfax | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
| Auden Place | Model 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,654 |
| Randolph Village Senior Apartments, 62+ | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| Burnt Mills Crossing | 2BR/1BA Income restricted | 2BR,1BA | $1,705 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wheaton, MD
As of June 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Wheaton area is the $1.57 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at National Park Seminary Apartments in the in the Rosemary Hills neighborhood starting from $1,745. The second greatest value Wheaton apartment is the 2x2 Renovated Model at The Warwick Apartments starting at $1,839 with a $1.67 price per square foot in the Forest Glen neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Wheaton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Park Seminary Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| The Warwick Apartments | 2x2 Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.67 |
| 10662 Weymouth St, Unit 2 | 10662 Weymouth St | 2BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| Burnt Mills Crossing | 2BR/1BA Income restricted | 2BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Village Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom + 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Auden Place | Model 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| Randolph Village Senior Apartments, 62+ | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| Kensington House | One Bedroom & Den | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
| Oakfield Apartment Homes | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| AVA Wheaton | A7-682-Urban | 1BR,1BA | $2.54 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Wheaton Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Wheaton?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Wheaton is under $1,705.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Wheaton?
The cheapest apartment in Wheaton is Kensington House which is listed at $1,299, while the average apartment in Wheaton costs $3,300.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in 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 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 Wheaton?
Cheap apartments in Wheaton have an average cost of $207 which is $3,093 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Wheaton.
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