The Charles
7342 Wisconsin Ave,
Bethesda, MD 20814
$2,250 - $9,185
Studio - 2 Beds
Bethesda
Bethesda, MD
Area Guide
A trendy suburban hub near DC
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Welcome to Bethesda, Maryland, located just northwest of Washington, D.C. This established community combines metropolitan conveniences with tree-lined streets and an active arts scene. The walkable downtown area features both high-rise apartments and garden-style rentals, with current average rents ranging from $1,916 for studios to $7,595 for four-bedroom units. The rental market remains competitive, showing steady growth with increases between 0.5% to 7.9% across different unit sizes over the past year. The Woodmont Triangle neighborhood and Bethesda Row area each offer their own distinct character, with local shops and restaurants within walking distance.
Bethesda serves as a significant medical research center, home to both the National Institutes of Health and Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. The Capital Crescent Trail provides miles of paved paths for walking, running, and cycling, while downtown Bethesda features independent theaters and galleries. The Metro's Red Line connects residents directly to Washington, D.C., making commuting straightforward. Originally established around the Bethesda Meeting House in 1820, the community maintains its historical roots while embracing modern development. The annual Bethesda Row Arts Festival continues to be a cornerstone event, bringing artists and art enthusiasts together each fall.
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Rent Trends
As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Bethesda, MD is $1,936 for a studio, $2,398 for one bedroom, $3,398 for two bedrooms, and $5,093 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Bethesda has decreased by -1.1% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,398/month
760 Sq Ft
House
$4,773/month
1,995 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,683/month
979 Sq Ft
Townhome
$4,310/month
1,601 Sq Ft
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Bethesda, MD is 32.2% higher than the national average. Generally, housing in Bethesda is 91.6% more expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,936 - $5,093. You can expect to pay 8.8% more for groceries, 10.2% more for utilities, and 1.0% more for transportation.
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Transportation
82
Very Walkable
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.
52
Good Transit
out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
The area around this property has good transit with many nearby transportation options.
77
Very Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
This area is very bikeable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.
Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
611 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
386 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
810 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
715 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
605 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,241 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
845 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,110 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,942 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,018 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,335 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Glen Echo Park
- Audubon Naturalist-Woodend Sanctuary
- McCrillis Gardens
- Locust Grove Nature Center
- George Washington Memorial Parkway/Turkey Run Park
Transit / Subway
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
Airports
- Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl
- Washington Dulles International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in November 2025.