
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Washington County, MD from $825 (48 Rentals)
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233 Alexander St

61 Randolph Ave

511 Salem Ave Building, Unit 511 Salem Ave Unit

108 Wayside Ave

616 W Franklin St

Londontowne & Robinwood Apartments

(113) 202/204 N. Potomac (ITM Ventures)

237 S Mulberry St
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The Ridge

55 E Antietam St

Fountainview Apartments & Townhomes

The Meadows Apartments

555-563 Jefferson St

Greenside Apartments

Paul Crampton Apartments

The Point at Smithsburg

St. Clair Terrace
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203 Prospect St

Quaker Creek Apartments

Park Plaza Apartments

Bethel Gardens

38-44 E Washington St

43-45 E Baltimore St

Springfield Farms

Moller Apartments

Coin-Op Laundry, Apartments, Townhouses
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Country Village

Potomac Living Center

159 W Washington St

44-46 E Franklin St

Georgian on South Potomac

28-30 E Franklin St

1 E Water St

Alexander House

133-135 Summit Ave
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819-821 Washington Ave

113-115 Broadway

Baltimore Street Apartments

664-666 Oak Hill Ave

382 S Cleveland

345 N. Potomac

616 W Franklin St

505 W Church St

300-302 N Potomac St
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331-333 Summit Ave

101-105 E Washington St

Maplegrove Estate
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 | $1,339 | $825 | $1,795 |
| Washington County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,570 | $900 | $2,155 |
| Washington County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,730 | $1,195 | $2,513 |
| Washington County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,408 | $2,050 | $6,767 |
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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 38-44 E Washington St in the Kensington Villas neighborhood priced from $775. 43-45 E Baltimore St in the Kensington Villas neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $875. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Washington County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 38-44 E Washington St | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio, 1BA | $775 |
| 43-45 E Baltimore St | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $875 |
| Potomac Living Center | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio, 1BA | $975 |
| Georgian on South Potomac | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $995 |
| Alexander House | Efficiency | Studio, 1BA | $1,021 |
| 819-821 Washington Ave | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR, 1BA | $1,025 |
| Baltimore Street Apartments | 1/1 | 1BR, 1BA | $1,050 |
| Londontowne & Robinwood Apartments | Robinwood 2x1 | 2BR, 1BA | $1,099 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Washington County, MD
As of September 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Washington County area is the $0.76 price per square foot Townhouse with Den Model at Fountainview Apartments & Townhomes in the Outer Downtown Maugansville neighborhood starting from $1,550. The second greatest value Washington County apartment is the The Lennox Model at Rosewood Village in the Broadway North neighborhood starting at $1,655 with a $1.03 price per square foot. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fountainview Apartments & Townhomes | Townhouse with Den | 3BR, 3.5BA | $0.76 |
| Rosewood Village | The Lennox | 2BR, 2BA | $1.03 |
| 13505 Kretsinger Rd, Unit Lower Level | 13505 Kretsinger Rd | 2BR, 1BA | $0.97 |
| Cortland Apartments | Three Bedroom Apartment | 3BR, 2BA | $1.08 |
| Seneca Ridge | Two Bedroom | 2BR, 2BA | $1.10 |
| 511 Salem Ave Building, Unit 511 Salem Ave Unit | 511 Salem Ave Building | 2BR, 1BA | $0.90 |
| 382 S Cleveland | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $1.22 |
| 819-821 Washington Ave | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR, 1BA | $1.28 |
| 345 N. Potomac | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $1.38 |
| 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 $875 at 43-45 E Baltimore St.
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 $1,025 at 819-821 Washington Ave.
What is the most affordable Washington County Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Washington County Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Londontowne & Robinwood Apartments and starts from $1,299.
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