Average Rent in North Bethesda, MD

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Current Versus Historical North Bethesda, MD Rents

North Bethesda rentals average $1,936 for a studio rental to $5,150 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $3,150, or roughly $30 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 $89 (4.26%) year-over-year from $2,083 to $2,172. 1-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $598 (-21.37%) year-over-year from $2,798 to $2,200. 2-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $1,179 (-28.21%) year-over-year from $4,179 to $3,000. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $517 (12.97%) year-over-year from $3,983 to $4,500. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $350 (7.22%) year-over-year from $4,850 to $5,200. 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 up by 24.30% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone up by 4.96% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 5.57% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 3.05% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 6.48% this month.
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Price / Sqft
Jun 2026 Rent 1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-) 3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio $54.22 $2,172 $2,083 (4.26%) $1,955 (11.13%)
1 BR $33.42 $2,200 $2,798 (-21.37%) $2,798 (-21.37%)
2 BR $29.98 $3,000 $4,179 (-28.21%) $4,179 (-28.21%)
3 BR $27.48 $4,500 $3,983 (12.97%) $3,350 (34.33%)
4+ BR $22.53 $5,200 $4,850 (7.22%) $4,458 (16.64%)

Historical Rents in North Bethesda, MD

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Top Cities Near North Bethesda

There are a total of 7 cities nearby North Bethesda. The average rent in North Bethesda is currently $3,160 per month. A total of 3 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 North Bethesda, MD is McLean, VA. Monthly rents here are on average $5,800 per month.

Let's compare North Bethesda, MD's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. Typically, rent for studios in North Bethesda, MD is 27.69% more expensive than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 5.00% more expensive. Two bedrooms in North Bethesda, MD are on par with the other cities nearby. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 1.67% more expensive. Want more information? Check out the top 7 cities near North Bethesda, MD in the following table.
City Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Silver Spring, MD $1,583 $1,895 $2,419 $2,300
Gaithersburg, MD $1,400 $1,938 $2,342 $2,701
North Bethesda, MD $1,936 $2,100 $2,850 $3,150
Rockville, MD N/A $2,032 $2,692 $3,160
Bethesda, MD $2,226 $2,636 $3,740 $3,534
Potomac, MD N/A $1,775 $3,000 $5,000
McLean, VA N/A $1,995 $3,095 $5,800

Top Neighborhoods Near North Bethesda

There are a total of 4 neighborhoods in or near North Bethesda. Some of these neighborhoods include Van Ness - Forest Hills, 16th Street Heights - Crestwood - Brightwood Park, and Petworth. We've included all of these top 4 neighborhoods in or near North Bethesda, MD in the following table.

The average rent for these 4 neighborhoods in or near North Bethesda, MD is currently around $2,599 per month. A total of 4 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is less than North Bethesda's average rent, which is actually $3,150. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near North Bethesda, Van Ness - Forest Hills has the most affordable average rent at $1,985 per month. Whereas, at $2,898 average rent per month, Cathedral - Wesley Heights - McLean Gardens is the most expensive neighborhood in or near North Bethesda. 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
Petworth, Washington, DC $1,500 $2,048 $2,685 $2,800
Cathedral - Wesley Heights - McLean Gardens, Washington, DC $1,745 $2,716 $4,339 $2,898

Top Counties Near North Bethesda

There are a total of 1 counties located by North Bethesda, MD. One county in the area is Montgomery, MD. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $2,990. That's roughly around $25 per sqft. A total of one county has a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is Montgomery, MD. Its average rent per month is $2,990. Vice versa, with an average rent of $2,990, Montgomery, MD is the most expensive county by North Bethesda, MD.

Typically, rent for studios in North Bethesda, MD is 6.30% more affordable than other counties nearby. In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in North Bethesda, MD is on par with the other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in North Bethesda, MD is 12.28% more expensive than other counties nearby. We've listed all of these counties in the table below.
County Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Montgomery, MD $2,058 $2,100 $2,500 $2,990

Top Zipcodes Near North Bethesda

There are a total of 13 zipcodes in or near North Bethesda, MD. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $2,991. A total of 9 zipcodes have an average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 20910, Silver Spring, 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 $1,695. That's at least $39 per sqft. Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near North Bethesda, MD is $1,975 per month. Or in other words, $34 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $3,000 per month. Which comes out to $32 per sqft. The following table includes the top 10 zipcodes in North Bethesda, MD. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.
Zipcode Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
20852, North Bethesda, MD $1,936 $2,100 $3,000 $2,991
20814, Bethesda, MD $2,226 $2,674 $3,779 $3,024
20817, Bethesda, MD N/A $1,775 $2,250 $5,750
20906, Aspen Hill, MD $3,000 $1,850 $2,300 $2,675
20815, Chevy Chase, MD $1,588 $2,504 $3,500 $3,481
20850, Rockville, MD $1,695 $1,975 $2,671 $3,133
20910, Silver Spring, MD $1,583 $1,898 $2,449 $2,300
20016, Washington, DC $1,745 $2,709 $4,339 $2,946
22101, McLean, VA N/A $1,748 $3,198 $6,000
20011, Washington, DC $2,625 $1,900 $2,397 $2,700

Frequently Asked Questions - North Bethesda Average Rents

What is the average rent price in North Bethesda, MD?
The average monthly rental price for North Bethesda, MD apartments for rent is approximately $3,150. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.
Do North 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 North Bethesda, MD.
How much is a studio apartment in North Bethesda, MD?
The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $1,936 and an average price per square feet of $54.22. There are a total of 6 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in North Bethesda.
How much is a one bedroom apartment in North Bethesda, MD?
The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $2,100 and an average price per square feet of $33.42. There are a total of 39 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in North Bethesda.
How much is a two bedroom apartment in North Bethesda, MD?
The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $2,850 and an average price per square feet of $29.98. There are a total of 56 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in North Bethesda.
How have rent prices in North Bethesda, MD changed this year?
Rent prices for rentals in North Bethesda, MD can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by 0.04%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.21%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.28%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.13% year-over-year.
What is a reasonable rent price in North Bethesda, MD?
A reasonable rent price in North Bethesda, MD is around $2,520/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.
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