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Waverly House
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Waverly House

4521 E West HwyBethesda, MD 20814
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Avondale Apartments
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Avondale Apartments

4507-4511 Avondale StBethesda, MD 20814
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Cambridge Square
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Cambridge Square

4909 Battery LnBethesda, MD 20814
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

HOC at Battery Lane

4998 Battery LnBethesda, MD 20814
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Bethesda, MD Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Bethesda, MD

Pricing Updated: 04/16/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Bethesda, MD area range in price from $1,157 to $12,659 with an overall median price of $6,913. The three Bethesda neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Brookmont at $1,413, Westmoreland at $1,269, and Alta Vista Terrace at $1,455. 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$4,500$1,41320
Westmoreland$4,500$1,26927
Alta Vista Terrace$5,215$1,45552
West Bethesda$6,945$1,350354
West Chevy Chase Heights$7,687$1,357451
Kenwood Park$7,690$1,157605
Wildwood Manor$7,700$1,350588
NIH$7,705$1,357653
Edgemoor$7,740$1,357552
Sumner$7,750$1,510492

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 $1,157. Chevy Chase Tower in the North Cleveland Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,210. 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$1,157
Chevy Chase TowerStudioStudio,1BA$1,210
The KenmoreStudio - S1AStudio,1BA$1,325
Claridge HouseStudio 1BathroomStudio,1BA$1,371
4107 Connecticut AvenueEfficiencyStudio,1BA$1,399
Avondale ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,400
The Louise on WesternOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,413
Rollingwood Apartments1Bed 1Bath1BR,1BA$1,507
Westwood Tower ApartmentsS2Studio,1BA$1,510
The Berkshire Apartments DCStudio 1 BathStudio,1BA$1,520

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bethesda, MD

As of April 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Bethesda area is the $1.93 price per square foot 7131 Arlington Rd Model at 7131 Arlington Rd, Unit FL4-ID630 in the in the Woodmont Triangle neighborhood starting from $2,220. The second greatest value Bethesda apartment is the 2 Bed | 2 Bath - B2D Model at Elme Bethesda starting at $2,345 with a $2.13 price per square foot in the Parkside 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.
7131 Arlington Rd, Unit FL4-ID6307131 Arlington Rd2BR,2.5BA$1.93
Elme Bethesda2 Bed | 2 Bath - B2D2BR,2BA$2.13
4901 Montgomery Ln, Unit FL3-ID8084901 Montgomery Ln2BR,2BA$2.18
Middlebrooke Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.34
Sulgrave Manor1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.13
Willard TowersDesign EBStudio ,1BA$2.40
Triangle TowersStudio 1BathroomStudio ,1BA$2.24
The Louise on WesternOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.97
Claridge HouseStudio 1BathroomStudio ,1BA$2.09
Rollingwood Apartments1Bed 1Bath1BR,1BA$2.39

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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 a cheap apartment in Bethesda?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Bethesda is under $1,520.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Bethesda?

The cheapest apartment in Bethesda is The Louise on Western which is listed at $1,413, while the average apartment in Bethesda costs $6,913.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Bethesda?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 42 regular apartments in Bethesda that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Bethesda?

Cheap apartments in Bethesda have an average cost of $941 which is $5,972 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Bethesda.

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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.