
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Washington County, MD from $500 (24 Rentals)
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309 S Burhans Blvd, Unit 311 FL #2

511 Salem Ave Building, Unit 511 Salem Ave Unit

5 S Main St

409 S Potomac St

555-563 Jefferson St

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St. Clair Terrace

203 Prospect St

Quaker Creek Apartments

Park Plaza Apartments

Bethel Gardens

1306 Potomac Ave

38-44 E Washington St
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Moller Apartments

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Country Village

44-46 E Franklin St

1 E Water St

28-30 E Franklin 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 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,335 | $800 | $1,795 |
| Washington County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,566 | $900 | $2,205 |
| Washington County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,756 | $1,299 | $2,513 |
| Washington County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,837 | $1,650 | $2,100 |
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Cheapest Available Washington County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Washington County, MD is a Studio unit found at 203 Prospect St in the Kensington Villas neighborhood priced from $725. 38-44 E Washington St in the Kensington Villas neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $850. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Washington County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 203 Prospect St | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $725 |
| 38-44 E Washington St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
| Coin-Op Laundry, Apartments, Townhouses | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $930 |
| 44-46 E Franklin St | 1 Beds, 1.5 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| 28-30 E Franklin St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Washington County, MD
As of June 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Washington County area is the $1.22 price per square foot 3 bed 2 bath RC Model at Rosewood Village in the in the Broadway North neighborhood starting from $1,855. The second greatest value Washington County apartment is the Three Bedroom Apartment Model at Cortland Apartments starting at $1,750 with a $1.18 price per square foot in the Broadway North 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rosewood Village | 3 bed 2 bath RC | 3BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| Cortland Apartments | Three Bedroom Apartment | 3BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| Whistling Ridge | C4 | 4BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| Seneca Ridge | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.98 |
| 101-105 E Washington St | 3 Beds, 1 Baths | 3BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 715-717 Oak Hill Ave | 2 bed / 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Edgewood Apartments | 2 Bedroom with Den | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.25 |
| 511 Salem Ave Building, Unit 511 Salem Ave Unit | 511 Salem Ave Building | 2BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| 616 W Franklin St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| 309 S Burhans Blvd, Unit 311 FL #2 | 309 S Burhans Blvd | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
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 $930 at Coin-Op Laundry, Apartments, Townhouses.
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 $850 at 38-44 E Washington St.
What is the most affordable Washington County Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Washington County Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 101-105 E Washington St and starts from $1,200.
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