
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Washington County, MD from $500 (28 Rentals)
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309 S Burhans Blvd, Unit 309 FL # 2

604 Highland Way

746 Summit Ave

511 Salem Ave Building, Unit 511 Salem Ave Unit

133-135 Summit Ave

138 E Antietam St
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Londontowne & Robinwood Apartments

428 Virginia Ave

631 W Franklin St, Unit Unit 1

51 E Antietam St

255 S Potomac St

162 S Potomac St

555-563 Jefferson St
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Greenside Apartments

Paul Crampton Apartments

The Point at Smithsburg

St. Clair Terrace

Quaker Creek Apartments

Park Plaza Apartments

Bethel Gardens
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1306 Potomac Ave

Springfield Farms

Moller Apartments

Country Village

Alexander House

170 W Washington St

1 E Water St
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Washington County, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Washington County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington County Studio Apartments | $1,850 | $1,850 | $1,850 |
| Washington County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,346 | $785 | $1,850 |
| Washington County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,607 | $1,000 | $2,500 |
| Washington County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,785 | $1,295 | $2,965 |
| Washington County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,806 | $1,600 | $2,050 |
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Cheapest Available Washington County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Washington County, MD is a 3 Beds unit found at The Point at Smithsburg in the Outer Downtown Maugansville neighborhood priced from $889. Alexander House in the Kensington Villas neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $987. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Washington County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Point at Smithsburg | 3-Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $889 |
| Alexander House | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $987 |
| Fountainview Apartments & Townhomes | Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| The Meadows Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| 908 Hamilton Blvd | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| The Apartments at Oak Hill | The Franklin | 1BR,1BA | $1,304 |
| Edgewood Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,325 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Washington County, MD
As of January 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Washington County area is the $1.07 price per square foot Three Bedroom Apartment Model at Cortland Apartments in the in the Broadway North neighborhood starting from $1,595. The second greatest value Washington County apartment is the 3 BR / 2 Bath Model at Brookmeade Apartments starting at $1,504 with a $1.10 price per square foot in the Outer Downtown Maugansville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Washington County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cortland Apartments | Three Bedroom Apartment | 3BR,2BA | $1.07 |
| Brookmeade Apartments | 3 BR / 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.10 |
| 1109 Virginia Ave, Unit Unit B | 1109 Virginia Ave | 4BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| 631 W Franklin St, Unit Unit 1 | 631 W Franklin St | 1BR,1BA | $0.92 |
| Rosewood Village | 2 bed 2 bath RA-RB | 2BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| Edgewood Apartments | 2 Bedroom with Den | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.23 |
| The Point at Smithsburg | 3-Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $0.80 |
| Fountainview Apartments & Townhomes | Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| 511 Salem Ave Building, Unit 511 Salem Ave Unit | 511 Salem Ave Building | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 309 S Burhans Blvd, Unit 309 FL # 2 | 309 S Burhans Blvd | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Washington County Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Washington County Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Washington County Apartment is $1,200 at The Meadows Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Washington County Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Washington County is starting from $1,150 at Fountainview Apartments & Townhomes.
What is the most affordable Washington County Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Washington County Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Point at Smithsburg and starts from $889.
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