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Silver SpringMD20910
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610 Kennebec Ave

Takoma ParkMD20912
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4408 1st Pl NE

WashingtonDC20011

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3427 Carnaby St

HyattsvilleMD20782

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1001 Chillum Rd

HyattsvilleMD20782
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8507 Leonard Dr

Silver SpringMD20910

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Takoma Park, MD Local Guide

Cheapest Available Takoma Park Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Takoma Park, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at Park Montgomery West in the Kilmarock neighborhood priced from $506. Riggs Crossing Senior Residences in the North Michigan Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $744. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Takoma Park apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Park Montgomery West1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$506
Riggs Crossing Senior ResidencesStudioStudio,1BA$744
Bedford and Victoria Station Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$975
Northwest Park Apartments1 BR + 1 BA Apartment1BR,1BA$993
Cypress on VinePrivate Bed & Shared Bath / 6 Person Suite1BR,1BA$1,075
The NormandieOne Bedroom Medium1BR,1BA$1,114
University Gardens Serene Gardens1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,159
University City Apartments1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,159
Flower Branch Apartments1 Bedroom + 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,198
Longfellow ArmsStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,199

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Takoma Park, MD

As of August 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Takoma Park area is the $1.72 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at Chillum Terrace Apartments in the in the Takoma Park Historic District neighborhood starting from $1,850. The second greatest value Takoma Park apartment is the 2Bedroom 1Bathroom Model at Highview Terrace starting at $1,591 with a $1.63 price per square foot in the College Heights Estates neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Takoma Park apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Chillum Terrace Apartments3 Bedroom 1 Bath3BR,1BA$1.72
Highview Terrace2Bedroom 1Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.63
Chateau1Bedroom 1Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.57
8503 Flower Aveone bedroom1BR,1BA$1.44
Park Montgomery West2 Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.48
6424 4th Ave, Unit 6424 4th - Basement6424 4th Ave1BR,1BA$1.56
Northwest Park Apartments1 BR + 1 BA Apartment1BR,1BA$1.28
Bedford and Victoria Station Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.67
Flower Branch Apartments1 Bedroom + 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.68
Riggs Crossing Senior Residences1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.19

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Frequently Asked Questions about Takoma Park

What type of rentals are currently available in Takoma Park?

There are currently 894 Apartments for Rent in Takoma Park, MD with pricing that ranges from $506 to $8,594. There are also 179 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Takoma Park ranging from $825 to $6,700.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Takoma Park?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Takoma Park ranges from $825 to $6,700 with an average monthly rent of $3,664.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Takoma Park?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Takoma Park range from $712 to $6,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,445 to $5,300. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $900 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,800.

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