Aurora
5401 McGrath Blvd 20852Bethesda, MD
Starting from
$1,785–$3,167/mo
About Aurora in Bethesda
Aurora is a pet-friendly LCOR apartment community at 5401 McGrath Boulevard in North Bethesda's Pike District, steps from the White Flint Metro, with studio, one-, and two-bedroom homes. Apartments have 9- or 12-foot ceilings, cabernet maple cabinets, granite countertops with subway tile backsplashes, ENERGY STAR stainless-steel appliances, walk-in closets, and full-size stacked washers and dryers, with glass-rail balconies in select homes. Residents have a resort-style pool with a sun shelf, a rooftop terrace with daybeds, a fitness center, a golf simulator, a clubroom, and concierge. A Starbucks is on site, along with underground parking and bike storage.
Aurora is a rental building at 5401 McGrath Blvd in Pike District, Bethesda, MD, built in 2014.
12 apartments are listed right now: 3 studios at $1,785–$1,985 a month, 6 one-bedrooms at $1,911–$2,584 a month, and 3 two-bedrooms at $2,739–$3,167 a month. Asking rents across the building run $1,785 to $3,167 per month. Pricing was last verified on October 27, 2026.
Residents have access to community green, leed-certified construction, clubroom, ibiz center, underground reserved parking and storage, bike storage with controlled access, concierge, bike repair station, and 7 more amenities.
Floor plans at Aurora
| Layout | Available | Size | Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio3 available | 3 | 493– | $1,785– |
| 1 Bedroom6 available | 6 | 679– | $1,911– |
| 2 Bedroom3 available | 3 | 1,070– | $2,739– |
Available units at Aurora(12)
Sorted by rent, lowest first
6(S5) Studio - 1 BathroomStudio · 1 ba · 547 sq ftAvailable now$1,785/mo- 6(S2) Studio - 1 BathroomStudio · 1 ba · 493 sq ftAvailable now$1,831/mo
- 6(A1) 1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom1 bd · 1 ba · 679 sq ftAvailable now$1,911/mo
- 6(A5) 1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom1 bd · 1 ba · 705 sq ftAvailable now$1,956/mo
- 6(S1) Studio 1 BathroomStudio · 1 ba · 592 sq ftAvailable now$1,985/mo
- 6(A7) 1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom1 bd · 1 ba · 812 sq ftAvailable now$2,046/mo
- 6(A6) 1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom1 bd · 1 ba · 900 sq ftAvailable now$2,296/mo
- 6(B2) 1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom with Den1 bd · 1 ba · 996 sq ftAvailable now$2,446/mo
- 6(B1) 1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom with Den1 bd · 1 ba · 1,026 sq ftAvailable now$2,584/mo
- 6(C5) 2 Bedroom - 2 Bathrooms2 bd · 2 ba · 1,070 sq ftAvailable now$2,739/mo
- 6(C1) 2 Bedroom - 2 Bathrooms2 bd · 2 ba · 1,079 sq ftAvailable now$2,879/mo
- 6(C4) 2 Bedroom - 2 Bathrooms2 bd · 2 ba · 1,160 sq ftAvailable now$3,167/mo
Aurora Amenities
Community green
Community green with live concerts and events
LEED-certified construction
Clubroom
Clubroom with bar, TV lounge, conference area
iBiz center
iBiz center with Mac/PC computers and AppleTV
Underground reserved parking and storage
Bike storage with controlled access
Concierge
Bike repair station
Rooftop terrace
Rooftop terrace with cushy seating, daybeds, eating areas and giant chess
Resort-style pool with sun shelf
Resort-style pool with sun shelf
Capital Bike Share
Leading Edge Fitness Center
Starbucks on-site
Golf simulator
Pergola with cascading waterfalls
Frequently asked questions about Aurora
How much does it cost to rent at Aurora?
Listed rents at Aurora currently start at $1,785 per month and go up to $3,167. By layout: 3 studios from $1,785, 6 one-bedrooms from $1,911, 3 two-bedrooms from $2,739.
What floor plans are available at Aurora?
Aurora currently lists 3 studios (493 sq ft–592 sq ft), 6 one-bedrooms (679 sq ft–1,026 sq ft), and 3 two-bedrooms (1,070 sq ft–1,160 sq ft).
Is Aurora pet friendly?
All pets must be registered with the Leasing Office. LCOR accepts dogs and cats that meet the restrictions stated below. Unless the animal is a service or companion animal, you will be required to pay a monthly pet rent of seventy-five dollars ($75) per pet. Prior to move-in, you will be required to complete and sign an Animal Addendum and provide the following documentation: (1) Current vaccination records; (2) License and/or registration (as required by law); (3) Pet Profile – Veterinarian statement establishing general health, breed or breed mix, and (4) Picture of pet. LCOR accepts all breeds of dogs except the following or any combination of mixed breed that contain any of the following: All Pit Bull Breeds - American Pit Bull Terriers, American or Irish Staffordshire Terriers, Bull Terriers, American Bulldog, Afghan Hound, Akita, Bernese Mountain Dog, Boxer, Chow Chow, Dalmatian, Doberman Pinscher, German Shephard, Great Dane, Malamute, Mastiff, Presa Canario (Canary Mastiff), Neapolitan Mastiff, Rottweiler, Saluki, St. Bernard, Siberian Husky, Wolf Hybrid, and Weimaraner. We reserve the right to add additional breeds or families to this list of prohibited breeds at any time. The maximum weight allowed per pet is seventy-five (75) lbs. Maximum pets allowed per apartment is one (1).
Does Aurora have parking?
Underground reserved parking and storage available
How do I schedule a tour at Aurora?
Request a tour on Staycio at staycio.com/buildings/aurora-2: pick a preferred date and time, and you'll get an email confirming the request.
Where is Aurora located?
Aurora is at 5401 McGrath Blvd, Bethesda, MD, in the Pike District neighborhood.