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Bethesda, MD Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Bethesda, MD

Pricing Updated: 04/25/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Bethesda, MD area range in price from $760 to $12,500 with an overall median price of $8,018. The three Bethesda neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Edgemoor at $1,250, NIH at $1,950, and Woodburn at $2,100. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Bethesda Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Edgemoor$3,500$1,2502
NIH$4,200$1,9503
Woodburn$5,425$2,1001
Burning Tree Estates$5,500$4,9902
Carderock Springs$5,500$3,7503
Alta Vista$7,500$3,9004
West Bethesda$7,625$1,80014
Wildwood Manor$7,750$1,59518
Alta Vista Terrace$8,150$3,7006
Drumaldry$8,150$3,9007

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. The Kenmore in the North Cleveland Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,325. 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
The KenmoreStudio - S1AStudio,1BA$1,325
Claridge HouseStudio 1BathroomStudio,1BA$1,371
Avondale ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,400
The Louise on WesternOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,413

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bethesda, MD

As of April 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Bethesda area is the $2.28 price per square foot Kahlo - Two Bedroom, Two Bath Model at Highland House West in the in the Rock Creek Forest neighborhood starting from $3,112. The second greatest value Bethesda apartment is the 11315 Commonwealth Dr Model at 11315 Commonwealth Dr, Unit T-1 starting at $2,475 with a $2.24 price per square foot in the Halpine 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.
Highland House WestKahlo - Two Bedroom, Two Bath2BR,2BA$2.28
11315 Commonwealth Dr, Unit T-111315 Commonwealth Dr2BR,1BA$2.24
Elme Bethesda2 Bed | 2 Bath - B2D2BR,2BA$2.10
Willard TowersDesign 1B151BR,1.5BA$2.29
Middlebrooke Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.35
Sulgrave Manor1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.13
Chevy Chase TowerOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.20
The Louise on WesternOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.97
Claridge HouseStudio 1BathroomStudio ,1BA$2.09
Rollingwood Apartments1Bed 1Bath1BR,1BA$2.39

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Frequently Asked Questions about Bethesda

What type of rentals are currently available in Bethesda?

There are currently 382 Apartments for Rent in Bethesda, MD with pricing that ranges from $1,157 to $12,250. There are also 90 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Bethesda ranging from $760 to $12,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Bethesda?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Bethesda ranges from $760 to $12,500 with an average monthly rent of $4,984.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Bethesda?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Bethesda range from $2,350 to $12,250, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,500 to $9,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $5,000.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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