Average Rent in 20817, Bethesda, MD

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Current Versus Historical 20817, Bethesda, MD Rents

20817 rentals average $1,775 for a 1-bedroom rental to $5,875 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $5,750, or roughly $25 per square feet.
For the apartment units and housing in June 2026, median rents have fallen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have increased by $2,576 (169.28%) year-over-year from $1,522 to $4,098. 1-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $338 (-15.79%) year-over-year from $2,138 to $1,800. 2-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $228 (-9.19%) year-over-year from $2,478 to $2,250. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $10 (0.23%) year-over-year from $4,315 to $4,325. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $267 (4.65%) year-over-year from $5,733 to $6,000. Note that this figure includes all active and rented listings throughout the month.
Month-to-month, seasonality might have a bigger impact than overall trend price changes. Studio rents have gone down by 0.00% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone down by 2.04% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone down by 0.00% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 7.01% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 4.05% this month.
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Price / Sqft
Jun 2026 Rent 1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-) 3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
1 BR $25.52 $1,800 $2,138 (-15.79%) $1,711 (5.21%)
2 BR $27.04 $2,250 $2,478 (-9.19%) $2,178 (3.29%)
3 BR $24.55 $4,325 $4,315 (0.23%) $3,583 (20.70%)
4+ BR $24.00 $6,000 $5,733 (4.65%) $5,267 (13.92%)

Historical Rents in 20817, Bethesda, MD

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Top Cities Near 20817

There are a total of 10 cities nearby 20817. The average rent in 20817 is currently $3,117 per month. A total of 9 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Silver Spring, MD, with an average rent of $2,300, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near 20817, Bethesda, MD is McLean, VA. Monthly rents here are on average $5,800 per month.

Let's compare 20817, Bethesda, MD's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. One bedrooms are about 16.39% more affordable. Two bedrooms in 20817, Bethesda, MD are about 28.89% more affordable. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 7.98% more expensive. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities near 20817, Bethesda, MD in the following table.
City Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Silver Spring, MD $1,583 $1,895 $2,419 $2,300
Arlington, VA $1,800 $2,350 $3,231 $2,718
Gaithersburg, MD $1,400 $1,943 $2,321 $2,726
Washington, DC $1,840 $2,400 $3,200 $2,750
North Bethesda, MD $1,936 $2,100 $2,900 $3,050
Rockville, MD N/A $2,032 $2,692 $3,185
Tysons Corner, VA $1,990 $2,100 $2,900 $3,200
Bethesda, MD $2,226 $2,638 $3,740 $3,535
Potomac, MD N/A $1,775 $2,700 $5,000
McLean, VA N/A $1,995 $3,095 $5,800

Top Neighborhoods Near 20817

There are a total of 17 neighborhoods in or near 20817. Some of these neighborhoods include Van Ness - Forest Hills, 16th Street Heights - Crestwood - Brightwood Park, and Southwest - Waterfront. We've included all of these top 17 neighborhoods in or near 20817, Bethesda, MD in the following table.

The average rent for these 17 neighborhoods in or near 20817, Bethesda, MD is currently around $2,896 per month. A total of 17 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is less than 20817's average rent, which is actually $5,750. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near 20817, Van Ness - Forest Hills has the most affordable average rent at $1,985 per month. Whereas, at $4,475 average rent per month, Georgetown is the most expensive neighborhood in or near 20817. View the following table for more information.
Neighborhood Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Van Ness - Forest Hills, Washington, DC $1,518 $1,973 $2,884 $1,985
16th Street Heights - Crestwood - Brightwood Park, Washington, DC N/A $1,875 $2,350 $2,397
Southwest - Waterfront, Washington, DC $1,650 $2,225 $5,021 $2,495
Dupont Circle, Washington, DC $1,800 $2,600 $4,100 $2,500
Radnor - Fort Myer Heights, Arlington, VA $1,695 $2,375 $3,495 $2,500
Mount Vernon Square, Washington, DC $2,105 $2,638 $3,700 $2,788
Petworth, Washington, DC $1,500 $2,048 $2,685 $2,800
Foggy Bottom - GWU - West End, Washington, DC $1,950 $3,037 $5,005 $2,875
Cathedral - Wesley Heights - McLean Gardens, Washington, DC $1,745 $2,716 $4,341 $2,896
Columbia Heights, Washington, DC $1,540 $1,950 $2,950 $2,900
Downtown - Penn Quarter - Chinatown, Washington, DC $2,131 $2,625 $3,795 $2,950
Crystal City Shops, Arlington, VA $2,235 $2,458 $3,250 $2,989
Logan Circle - Shaw, Washington, DC $1,795 $2,550 $3,605 $3,000
Ballston - Virginia Square, Arlington, VA $1,875 $2,670 $3,800 $3,067
U Street - Cardozo, Washington, DC $1,925 $2,263 $3,553 $3,088
LeDroit Park - Bloomingdale, Washington, DC N/A $1,975 $2,950 $3,775
Georgetown, Washington, DC $1,850 $3,600 $5,400 $4,475

Top Counties Near 20817

There are a total of 2 counties located by 20817, Bethesda, MD. Some of these counties include Arlington, VA and Montgomery, MD. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $2,854. That's roughly around $31 per sqft. A total of 2 counties have a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is Arlington, VA. Its average rent per month is $2,718. Vice versa, with an average rent of $2,990, Montgomery, MD is the most expensive county by 20817, Bethesda, MD.

In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in 20817, Bethesda, MD is 25.35% more affordable than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in 20817, Bethesda, MD is 27.36% more affordable than other counties nearby. We've listed all of these counties in the table below.
County Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Arlington, VA $1,800 $2,350 $3,231 $2,718
Montgomery, MD $2,058 $2,100 $2,500 $2,990

Top Zipcodes Near 20817

There are a total of 26 zipcodes in or near 20817, Bethesda, MD. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $2,850. A total of 25 zipcodes have an average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 20874, Montgomery County, MD at $2,300 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $6,000 per month is 22101, McLean, VA.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $1,787. That's at least $42 per sqft. Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near 20817, Bethesda, MD is $2,100 per month. Or in other words, $37 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $3,214 per month. Which comes out to $37 per sqft. The following table includes the top 10 zipcodes in 20817, Bethesda, MD. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.
Zipcode Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
20016, Washington, DC $1,745 $2,709 $4,341 $2,945
20814, Bethesda, MD $2,226 $2,678 $3,779 $3,047
20001, Washington, DC $1,950 $2,400 $3,400 $3,061
22201, Arlington, VA $1,880 $2,345 $3,446 $2,631
20852, North Bethesda, MD $1,936 $2,100 $3,000 $2,982
20009, Washington, DC $1,775 $2,300 $3,338 $2,850
20011, Washington, DC $2,625 $1,900 $2,397 $2,700
20850, Rockville, MD $1,695 $1,975 $2,671 $3,149
20008, Washington, DC $1,557 $2,000 $3,555 $2,360
20815, Chevy Chase, MD $1,588 $2,504 $3,500 $3,481

Frequently Asked Questions - 20817 Average Rents

What is the average rent price in 20817, Bethesda, MD?
The average monthly rental price for 20817, Bethesda, MD apartments for rent is approximately $5,750. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.
Do 20817, Bethesda, MD rent prices drop in winter?
Yes! On average we see a 3.4% drop in rental prices between the peak summer months and the slower winter months. With the added bonus of decreased competition from other renters looking to move, winter is generally considered the best time of the year to find an apartment for rent in 20817, Bethesda, MD.
How much is a one bedroom apartment in 20817, Bethesda, MD?
The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $1,775 and an average price per square feet of $25.52. There are a total of 4 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 20817.
How much is a two bedroom apartment in 20817, Bethesda, MD?
The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $2,250 and an average price per square feet of $27.04. There are a total of 2 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 20817.
How have rent prices in 20817, Bethesda, MD changed this year?
Rent prices for rentals in 20817, Bethesda, MD can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by 1.69%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.16%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.09%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.00% year-over-year.
What is a reasonable rent price in 20817, Bethesda, MD?
A reasonable rent price in 20817, Bethesda, MD is around $4,600/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.
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