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5225 Pooks Hill Rd
$1,7751 Bedroom, 1 Bath RentalsAvailable Now

5225 Pooks Hill Rd

Bethesda, MD 20814
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Waverly House
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Waverly House

4521 E West HwyBethesda, MD 20814
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Cambridge Square
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Cambridge Square

4909 Battery LnBethesda, MD 20814
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HOC at Battery Lane
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

HOC at Battery Lane

4998 Battery LnBethesda, MD 20814
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4740 Bradley Blvd
$1,2901 Bedroom, 1 Bath RentalsAvailable Now

4740 Bradley Blvd

Chevy Chase, MD 20815
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3618 Warren St NW
$1,6001 Bedroom, 1 Bath RentalsAvailable Mar 31

3618 Warren St NW

Washington, DC 20008
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11923 Parklawn Dr
$1,6951 Bedroom, 1 Bath RentalsAvailable Now

11923 Parklawn Dr

North Bethesda, MD 20852
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5500 Friendship Blvd
$1,750Studio, 1 Bath RentalsAvailable Now

5500 Friendship Blvd

Chevy Chase, MD 20815
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Bethesda, MD Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Bethesda, MD

Pricing Updated: 02/21/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Bethesda, MD area range in price from $1,120 to $19,000 with an overall median price of $7,328. The three Bethesda neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Brookmont at $1,475, Alta Vista Terrace at $1,449, and West Chevy Chase Heights at $1,357. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Bethesda Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Brookmont$4,100$1,475392
Alta Vista Terrace$4,235$1,4491416
West Chevy Chase Heights$6,560$1,35711084
West Bethesda$7,187$1,4509820
NIH$7,376$1,35717294
Kenwood Park$7,530$1,12015706
Wildwood Manor$7,650$1,45515788
Edgemoor$7,725$1,35714666
Alta Vista$7,745$1,35713802
Sumner$7,755$1,44412881

Cheapest Available Bethesda Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Bethesda, MD is a Studio unit found at Barclay Apartments and Fairfax Court in the Woodmont Triangle neighborhood priced from $1,120. Chevy Chase Tower in the North Cleveland Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,225. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Bethesda apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Barclay Apartments and Fairfax CourtBarclay- StudioStudio,1BA$1,120
Chevy Chase TowerStudioStudio,1BA$1,225
Ellicott HouseA61BR,1BA$1,299
Avondale ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,300
National Park Seminary Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath Market Rate1BR,1BA$1,368
Rollingwood ApartmentsStudio 1BathStudio,1BA$1,394
4107 Connecticut AvenueEfficiencyStudio,1BA$1,399
Claridge HouseStudio 1BathroomStudio,1BA$1,410
The KenmoreStudio - S1BStudio,1BA$1,422
Westwood Tower ApartmentsS2Studio,1BA$1,510

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bethesda, MD

As of February 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Bethesda area is the $0.90 price per square foot 9717 Connecticut Ave Model at 9717 Connecticut Ave, Unit Basement in the in the Parkside neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Bethesda apartment is the Potomac Premier Model at North Park starting at $3,459 with a $2.31 price per square foot in the Rock Creek Forest neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bethesda apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
9717 Connecticut Ave, Unit Basement9717 Connecticut Ave2BR,1BA$0.90
North ParkPotomac Premier2BR,2BA$2.31
4000 Massachusetts2x22BR,2BA$2.29
Elme Bethesda2 Bed | 2.5 Bath - B2F2BR,2.5BA$2.28
Highland House WestPollock - One Bedroom, One Bath1BR,1BA$2.38
Willard TowersDesign EBStudio ,1BA$2.44
Middlebrooke Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.43
The ChesapeakeOne BR 151BR,1BA$2.47
National Park Seminary Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath Market Rate1BR,1BA$2.09
Claridge HouseStudio 1BathroomStudio ,1BA$2.15

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Bethesda Overview

A consistent #1 placement on 'best places' lists by both 'Time Magazine' and 'Forbes', Bathesda is a thriving Maryland city that represents some of the best living in the state. Convenient to Washington, DC while maintaining an identity all its own, Bathesda boasts close to 65K proud residents.

Why live in Bethesda, MD?

Steeped in a long history, Bathesda apartments are in high demand for good reason. Close to a dozen public and private schools call the area home, and the Congressional Country Club...one of the most prestigious in the nation...can be found a stone's throw from many residences. A wide array of businesses also choose to make their headquarters in Bathesda, from Comcast and Honest Tea to AdvisorShares and Lockheed Martin, and with the Washington DC job market a short train ride away, Bathesda rentals truly place a world of opportunity in a new resident's hands.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Bethesda, MD

Ranked #5

Among cities in Maryland for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Bethesda, MD

Walk Score®

82 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

77 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

52 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bethesda Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Bethesda?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Bethesda is at Barclay Apartments and Fairfax Court listed at $1,120.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Bethesda Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Bethesda Apartment is $1,299 at Ellicott House.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Bethesda Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Bethesda is starting from $1,788 at Rollingwood Apartments.

What is the most affordable Bethesda Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Bethesda Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Kensington House and starts from $2,099.

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