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Baltimore, MD Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Baltimore, MD

Pricing Updated: 04/12/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Baltimore, MD area range in price from $360 to $13,150 with an overall median price of $2,829. The three Baltimore neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Graceland Park at $1,100, Midway Coldstream at $1,150, and Westport Homes at $850. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Baltimore Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Graceland Park$1,100$1,1001
Midway Coldstream$1,150$1,1501
Westport Homes$1,200$8502
Bridgeview Greenlawn$1,434$74536
Coppin Heights$1,434$583189
Upton$1,434$74550
Bridgeview$1,450$76850
Southern Baltimore$1,469$98332
Mosher$1,500$583147
Western District$1,502$583147

Cheapest Available Baltimore Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Baltimore, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at Mary Harvin House in the Inner Harbor neighborhood priced from $575. Uplands in the Violetville neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $583. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Baltimore apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Mary Harvin House1 bdr1BR,1BA$575
UplandsPhase 2 - 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$583
North Avenue Gateway II1 bdr1BR,1BA$628
Cold Spring LaneOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$647
Parkside Gardens Apartments and TownhousesStudio apartmentStudio,1BA$656
Columbus School1 bdr1BR,1BA$662
Portside Apartments1A1BR,1BA$683
North Avenue Gateway2 bdr2BR,1BA$706
St Paul St 8170BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$745
Gardenvillage Apartments & Townhouses1 bedroom Junior1BR,1BA$751

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Baltimore, MD

As of April 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Baltimore area is the $0.72 price per square foot Three Bedroom Model at Riverfront in the in the South Baltimore neighborhood starting from $1,475. The second greatest value Baltimore apartment is the 4 Bedroom / 2 Bathrooms (leased per bedroom) Model at HH Cresmont starting at $1,045 with a $0.65 price per square foot in the Burleith-Leighton neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Baltimore apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
RiverfrontThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.72
HH Cresmont4 Bedroom / 2 Bathrooms (leased per bedroom)4BR,2BA$0.65
4217 Audrey Ave, Unit 14217 Audrey Ave1BR,1BA$0.67
5626 Midwood Ave, Unit 25626 Midwood Ave2BR,1BA$0.72
2254 Annapolis Rd, Unit 22254 Annapolis Rd1BR,1BA$0.67
Renaissance at Reservoir HillTwo Bedrooms One Bath2BR,1BA$0.81
834 N Carey St, Unit 3834 N Carey St1BR,1BA$0.85
North Avenue Gateway2 bdr2BR,1BA$0.71
Penn Square2 bdr2BR,1BA$0.80
Mary Harvin House1 bdr1BR,1BA$0.78

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Baltimore Overview

The United States is home to a rich and diverse range of cities. New England in particular is home to some of the oldest cities in the nation. Few cities have as much historical, cultural and economic significance as Baltimore, Maryland. Baltimore rests in the northern part of Chesapeake Bay, north of Washington D.C. and just southwest of Philadelphia. It boasts a population of around 622,000 making it the largest city in the state of Maryland. It is just dense enough to feel like a big city but not quite large enough for you to become overwhelmed, and the layout of this impressive city gives it a smaller feel. The city is home to many universities, professional sports teams and shopping centers making it an ideal location no matter your interests.

Why live in Baltimore, MD?

The biggest reason to choose Baltimore is because when you do you become a part of the family. Baltimore has such a rich culture that is not to be found anywhere else in the world. By making this city your home you are enriching your own cultural awareness and becoming a part of one of the most historical parts of the United States. The city is smart and savvy and you are bound to find exponential enjoyment as you spend more time here.

Baltimore, MD
Population: 602,495

Ranked #30

in US Census Population by City

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Getting Around Baltimore, MD

Walk Score®

76 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

61 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

68 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Baltimore Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Baltimore?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Baltimore is under $751.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Baltimore?

The cheapest apartment in Baltimore is Mary Harvin House which is listed at $575, while the average apartment in Baltimore costs $2,829.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Baltimore?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 16,324 regular apartments in Baltimore that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Baltimore?

Cheap apartments in Baltimore have an average cost of $530 which is $2,299 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Baltimore.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

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