Cheap Apartments for Rent in Mount Rainier, MD from $800 (70 Rentals)

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Newton Square Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Newton Square Apartments

3505-3535 Otis StMount Rainier, MD 20712
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Bunker Hill Flats
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bunker Hill Flats

4000 36th StMount Rainier, MD 20712
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Singer Flats
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Singer Flats

3300 Rhode Island AveMount Rainier, MD 20712
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Dahlgreen Courts
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Dahlgreen Courts

2504-2520 10th St NEWashington, DC 20018
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Visionary Square
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Visionary Square

2401 Washington Pl NEWashington, DC 20018
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Hedin House Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Hedin House Apartments

2900 Newton St NEWashington, DC 20018
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Avondale Overlook
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Avondale Overlook

2400 Queens Chapel RdHyattsville, MD 20782
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1811 Irving Street
Studio Apartments

1811 Irving Street

1811 Irving St NEWashington, DC 20018
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Red Top Flats
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Red Top Flats

6808 Red Top RdTakoma Park, MD 20912
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Mount Rainier, MD Local Guide

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Cheapest Available Mount Rainier Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Mount Rainier, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at Paradise At Parkside Apartments in the East Corner neighborhood priced from $900. Avondale Overlook in the Kirkwood neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,005. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Mount Rainier apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Paradise At Parkside Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$900
Avondale OverlookEFFStudio,1BA$1,005
Red Top FlatsEfficiencyStudio,1BA$1,100
Kaywood Gardens Apartments1 Bedroom + 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,113
Prince Georges ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,124
Capitol Square1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,265
Perry (Furnished Rooms)Private Bed&Bath (4 Person Suite)1BR,1BA$1,300
Belcrest Plaza1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,309
LaSalle Park ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,325

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mount Rainier, MD

As of March 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mount Rainier area is the $0.50 price per square foot 3007 20th St NE Model at 3007 20th St NE, Unit 2 in the in the Dakota Crossing neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Mount Rainier apartment is the Melville - 3Bed Model at The Edition starting at $2,800 with a $1.94 price per square foot in the College Heights Estates neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mount Rainier apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
3007 20th St NE, Unit 23007 20th St NE1BR,1BA$0.50
The EditionMelville - 3Bed3BR,2BA$1.94
4104 Queensbury Rd, Unit 24104 Queensbury Rd2BR,1BA$1.60
Birchwood at Newton Green 62+ Community2 BEDROOM2BR,1BA$1.72
Paradise At Parkside Apartments3 Bedroom Duplex3BR,1BA$1.87
Highview Terrace1Bedroom 1Bathroom1BR,1BA$2.04
Overlook Apartments1 BDRM1BR,1BA$2.07
Madison Park Apartments1 Bedroom/With Balcony1BR,1BA$2.00
Kaywood Gardens Apartments1 Bedroom + 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.51
Plaza Towers1 Bedroom - 693 SqFt1BR,1BA$2.00

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Mount Rainier Overview

Firmly situated in the hub of Prince George's County in Maryland, Mt. Rainier is a thriving locale that offers easy access to the job market and cultural excitement of Washington, DC. Boasting a growing arts scene as well as plenty of local historic hot spots, Mt. Rainier is an excellent place to get to know the proud state of Maryland.

Why live in Mount Rainier, MD?

Known for its 'affordable housing' rates, Mt. Rainier rentals have become a go-to option for artistic types as well as young professionals beginning their careers. The combination of historic landmarks, cultural excitement and prime location to the DC job market all combine to make life in Mt. Rainier apartments a desirable one. 

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Getting Around Mount Rainier, MD

Walk Score®

80 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

67 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

3 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mount Rainier Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Mount Rainier?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Mount Rainier is at Avondale Overlook listed at $1,005.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mount Rainier Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mount Rainier Apartment is $900 at Paradise At Parkside Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Mount Rainier is starting from $1,200 at Paradise At Parkside Apartments.

What is the most affordable Mount Rainier Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Mount Rainier Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Paradise At Parkside Apartments and starts from $1,508.

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