Cheap Apartments for Rent in Baltimore, MD from $400 with Washer/Dryer (256 Rentals)
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Parkside Gardens Apartments and Townhouses

Walbrook Mill

Gardenvillage Apartments & Townhouses

2701 N Calvert St

Liberty Bay

EastView on the Avenue
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2699 Saint Benedict St, Unit 1

3804 Woodlea Ave, Unit Independent Studio

Northwood Homes

St James Place

1718 McCulloh St, Unit 1

Renaissance at Reservoir Hill

Ashburton Woods Apartments

1216 Bolton St., Unit APT#3B
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College Gardens & Melbourne Apts /Townhouses

0 S Carrollton Ave

Loch Bend Apartments

Mount Vernon Apartments

Rock Glen Apartments

Orchard Ridge Apartments and Townhomes

Barclay Square Apartments

Chapel Green Apartments
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Sharp Leadenhall Apartments

Renaissance Club

The Apartments at Charles Plaza

2811 Clearview Ave

Carlyle Landing Apartments

8 Howard and The 305

1419 Druid Hill Ave, Unit 2

5644 Midwood Ave, Unit 1

1401 Madison Ave

803 Brooks Ln
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The James

Rosedale Gardens & Franklin Square Apartments

Falls Village Apartments

Woodington West Apartments

2634 N Charles St, Unit 2

2811 Clearview Ave, Unit B

Merritt Station Senior Apartments - Ages 62+

1217 W 37th St, Unit Hampden Studio

124 E Trenton St

Drumcastle Apartments
Baltimore, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Baltimore?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Baltimore Studio Apartments | $1,562 | $656 | $4,253 |
Baltimore 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,765 | $583 | $10,000+ |
Baltimore 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,093 | $702 | $10,000+ |
Baltimore 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,283 | $814 | $8,305 |
Baltimore 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,881 | $1,025 | $3,750 |
Baltimore 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,983 | $1,805 | $3,950 |
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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 $786.
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 $2,749.
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 20,320 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 $673 which is $2,076 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Baltimore.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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A Baltimore Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent
Written by: Sarah Bregel
There are few cities more eclectic and diverse than Baltimore, Maryland. I should know. I've lived in various parts of Baltimore for most of my life.

Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
Written by: Bobbi Jackson
If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters
Written by: Sandy Baker
Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.