Cheap Apartments for Rent in Germantown, MD from $900 (22 Rentals)

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Churchill Senior Living
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Churchill Senior Living

21000 Father Hurley BlvdGermantown, MD 20874
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Dalamar Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Dalamar Apartments

18 Dalamar StGaithersburg, MD 20877
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Whetstone Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Whetstone Apartments

22 Whetstone DrGaithersburg, MD 20877
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Forest Oak Towers
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Forest Oak Towers

101 Odendhal AveGaithersburg, MD 20877
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Elme Watkins Mill
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Elme Watkins Mill

180 Watkins Station CirGaithersburg, MD 20879

Germantown, MD Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Germantown, MD

Pricing Updated: 03/27/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Germantown, MD area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Germantown Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Orchard Run$2,481$1,1531037

Cheapest Available Germantown Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Germantown, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at Cider Mill Apartments in the Summerfield Crossing neighborhood priced from $1,157. Whetstone Apartments in the Quince Orchard 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 Germantown apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Cider Mill ApartmentsWillow1BR,1BA$1,157
Whetstone ApartmentsEFFICIENCYStudio,1BA$1,225
Walker House ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,400
Avana NorthlakeOne Bedroom One Bath (709 SF)1BR,1BA$1,470
The Hamptons at Town Center Apartment HomesSophistication Affordable1BR,1BA$1,475

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Germantown, MD

As of March 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Germantown area is the $1.89 price per square foot 3 Bed - 2 Bath (Renovated) Model at Gateway at Gaithersburg in the in the Quince Orchard neighborhood starting from $2,362. The second greatest value Germantown apartment is the Two Bedroom B2 Model at Seneca Place starting at $1,832 with a $1.52 price per square foot in the Summerfield Crossing neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Germantown apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Gateway at Gaithersburg3 Bed - 2 Bath (Renovated)3BR,2BA$1.89
Seneca PlaceTwo Bedroom B22BR,2BA$1.52
The Elms at CenturyA1-A Loft1BR,1BA$1.92
Avana NorthlakeTwo Bedroom Two Bath (1013 SF)2BR,2BA$2.11
Willow Manor at Cabin Branch (Senior 62+)2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.88
The Elms at GermantownThe Bradenton2BR,1BA$2.00
Breckenridge CondominiumsCarlson1BR,1BA$2.00
Cherry KnollA1BR - 827 sq. ft.1BR,1BA$2.03
Cider Mill ApartmentsWillow1BR,1BA$1.42
Elme Watkins MillChestnut - A1D1BR,1BA$2.06

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Germantown Overview

The third most-populated community in all of Maryland, Germantown is a thriving locale that acts as home to close to 90,000 residents. Located just a stone's throw from the hub of Washington, DC, this on-the-go hot spot offers much in the way of convenience and potential for those eager to discover a new place to call home in the great state of Maryland.

Why live in Germantown, MD?

Boasting much in the way of cultural excitement and proud heritage, Germantown makes an excellent choice for anyone considering a move to the great state of Maryland. Flush with plenty of retail shopping, area school, and amenities such as restaurants and museums, this thriving township is ideal for anyone working in the Washington, DC area that longs for some smaller city ambiance.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Germantown, MD

Ranked #228

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 Germantown, MD

Walk Score®

52 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

52 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

39 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Germantown Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Germantown?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Germantown is under $1,628.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Germantown?

The cheapest apartment in Germantown is Cider Mill Apartments which is listed at $1,157, while the average apartment in Germantown costs $2,481.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Germantown?

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 323 regular apartments in Germantown 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 Germantown?

Cheap apartments in Germantown have an average cost of $215 which is $2,266 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Germantown.

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