Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Baltimore Neighborhood of Baltimore, MD from $400 (141 Rentals)

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Central Baltimore, Baltimore, MD Local Guide

Cheapest Available Central Baltimore Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Baltimore area of Baltimore, MD is a Studio unit found at St Paul St 817 priced from $745. Mt. Vernon Properties has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable Central Baltimore apartments for rent in Baltimore, MD:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
St Paul St 8170BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$745
Mt. Vernon PropertiesStudioStudio,1BA$850
The Tobee - Cathedral St 311 (19 W. Mulber...1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$895
Hampton Court ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$900
Saint Paul RegencyStudio apartmentStudio,1BA$925
Printers Square Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$933
Vivo Living BaltimoreThe Petite StudioStudio,1BA$936
Mount Vernon ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$949
Cathedral St 3001 Bedroom1BR,1BA$950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Baltimore, MD

As of April 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central Baltimore area is the $1.08 price per square foot 30 E Preston St Model at 30 E Preston St, Unit A in the in the Inner Harbor neighborhood starting from $3,890. The second greatest value Central Baltimore apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at 2300 N. Calvert St starting at $1,625 with a $1.16 price per square foot in the Patterson Place neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Baltimore apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
30 E Preston St, Unit A30 E Preston St5BR,5BA$1.08
2300 N. Calvert St2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.16
2100 Homewood Ave, Unit #22100 Homewood Ave3BR,1BA$1.16
Calvert Property1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.11
Renaissance at Reservoir HillTwo Bedrooms One Bath2BR,1BA$0.81
108 E Preston St, Unit 3108 E Preston St1BR,1BA$1.18
1718 McCulloh St, Unit 11718 McCulloh St1BR,1BA$0.95
834 N Carey St, Unit 3834 N Carey St1BR,1BA$0.85
1720 McCulloh St, Unit 41720 McCulloh St2BR,1BA$0.95
Printers Square Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.16

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Lifestyle Ratings

This website compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in areas across the United States including Central Baltimore, Baltimore, and the greater Baltimore area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places to raise kids, and other valuable search options. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Baltimore Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Central Baltimore?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Central Baltimore is under $950.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Central Baltimore?

The cheapest apartment in Central Baltimore is The Tobee - Cathedral St 311 (19 W. Mulber... which is listed at $895, while the average apartment in Central Baltimore costs $3,245.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Central 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 132 regular apartments in Central 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 Central Baltimore?

Cheap apartments in Central Baltimore have an average cost of $566 which is $2,679 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Central Baltimore.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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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.

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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

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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

While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.