Cheap Apartments for Rent in the NIH Neighborhood of Bethesda, MD from $1,100 (26 Rentals)

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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
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

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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HOC at Battery Lane
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

HOC at Battery Lane

4998 Battery LnBethesda, MD 20814
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Newdale Mews Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Newdale Mews Apartments

3929 Newdale RdChevy Chase, MD 20815
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NIH, Bethesda, MD Local Guide

Cheapest Available NIH Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the NIH area of Bethesda, MD is a Studio unit found at Avondale Apartments priced from $1,400. Eighty Two Hundred has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,671. Here are the most affordable NIH apartments for rent in Bethesda, MD:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Avondale ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,400
Eighty Two Hundred8th Tier Junior One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,671
Triangle TowersStudio 1BathroomStudio,1BA$1,726
The AstridStudio-A1Studio,1BA$1,798
Middlebrooke Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,799
Battery Lane Apartments1 Bedroom 1BR,1BA$1,875
Topaz HouseEfficiencyStudio,1BA$1,935
Crescent at Chevy ChaseJr 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom, Top Floor with Balcony...1BR,1BA$1,975
Ellis BethesdaStudio-S02Studio,1BA$2,130
Elme Bethesda2 Bed | 2 Bath - B2A2BR,2BA$2,155

Best Value Apartments for Rent in NIH, MD

As of April 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the NIH area is the $2.34 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Middlebrooke Apartments in the in the Woodmont Triangle neighborhood starting from $2,398. The second greatest value NIH apartment is the 2 Bed | 2 Bath - B2A Model at Elme Bethesda starting at $2,155 with a $2.18 price per square foot in the Parkside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for NIH apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Middlebrooke Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.34
Elme Bethesda2 Bed | 2 Bath - B2A2BR,2BA$2.18
Palisades of Bethesda1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Penthouse1BR,1BA$3.00
Bethesda PlaceTier 41BR,1BA$3.27
Triangle TowersStudio 1BathroomStudio ,1BA$2.36
Rosedale Park ApartmentsGoodale1BR,1BA$3.36
Battery Lane Apartments1 Bedroom 1BR,1BA$2.88
Eighty Two HundredJunior One Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.37
Crescent at Chevy ChaseJr 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom, Top Floor with Balcony...1BR,1BA$3.69
Avondale ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$3.11

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Nih, Bethesda, MD

Ranked #11

Among neighborhoods in Bethesda, MD for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities across the United States including NIH, Bethesda, and the greater Bethesda area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, family-friendliness, proximity to transit, and much more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the NIH Neighborhood in Bethesda, MD

Walk Score®

69 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

77 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

62 / 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 NIH Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in NIH?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in NIH is at Avondale Apartments listed at $1,400.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom NIH Apartment is $1,500 at Avondale Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in NIH is starting from $2,025 at Battery Lane Apartments.

What is the most affordable NIH Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap NIH Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Topaz House and starts from $4,179.

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