Cheap Apartments for Rent in Potomac, MD from $600 (22 Rentals)

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Potomac, MD

Pricing Updated: 04/24/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Potomac, 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 Potomac Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Carderock$20,000$4,9902

Cheapest Available Potomac Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Potomac, MD is a Studio unit found at Rollins Ridge in the Halpine neighborhood priced from $1,355. Woodmont Park Apartments in the Halpine neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,585. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Potomac apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Rollins RidgeThe AdirondackStudio,1BA$1,355
Woodmont Park ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,585
Parkside Landing1BR 1BA 60%1BR,1BA$1,628
The Fields of RockvilleB52BR,1BA$1,695
The Residences at Congressional VillageRedding1BR,1BA$1,740

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Potomac, MD

As of April 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Potomac area is the $2.63 price per square foot C2 Model at Avalon at Traville in the in the Quince Orchard neighborhood starting from $3,615. The second greatest value Potomac apartment is the C1 Model at Main Street starting at $3,099 with a $2.30 price per square foot in the Halpine neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Potomac apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Avalon at TravilleC23BR,2BA$2.63
Main StreetC13BR,2BA$2.30
11315 Commonwealth Dr, Unit T-111315 Commonwealth Dr2BR,1BA$2.24
Gardens of TravilleGlenview I2BR,1BA$2.29
Fenestra at Rockville Town SquareFenestra - 1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.54
Park Terrace Apartments1 bed, 1 bath renovated1BR,1BA$2.39
The Montgomery ApartmentsA21BR,1BA$2.42
Rollins Park ApartmentsSequoia - 1x11BR,1BA$2.71
The Fields of RockvilleB12BR,1BA$2.44
Woodmont Park ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.33

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Potomac Overview

A highly prestigious locale situated with sweeping river views and offering some of the most in-demand amenities in the great state of Maryland, Potomac is east coast living at its absolute best. From 4-star restaurants to a myriad of retail shopping options, this gem of Maryland is a fantastic place to call home.

Why live in Potomac, MD?

Offering amazing scenic vista views of the river and area wilderness, this is a city of natural beauty. CNN Money has listed Potomac as 'one of the nation's most affluent towns', and Forbes recently listed it in its 'Top 10 Most-Educated Cities' awards. From lauded nearby schools to some of the best restaurants in the state, Potomac apartment living is Maryland life at its most luxurious.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Potomac, MD

Ranked #316

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 Potomac, MD

Walk Score®

32 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

38 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

1 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Potomac Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Potomac?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Potomac is at Rollins Ridge listed at $1,355.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Potomac Apartment is $1,585 at Woodmont Park Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Potomac is starting from $1,695 at The Fields of Rockville.

What is the most affordable Potomac Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Potomac Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Fields of Rockville and starts from $2,223.

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