Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Cross Keys Neighborhood of Baltimore, MD from $600 (73 Rentals)

How Many Bedrooms?Done
Select your price rangeDone
Lifestyle Matching SearchDone
Learn more about Lifestyle Search
By AmenitiesDone
By Community TypeDone
Features and AvailabilityDone
Done

Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Cross Keys area of Baltimore.

Baltimore's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

Learn about Baltimore and the best places to live with original content written by our Local Expert Sarah Bregel

Read Article
property at 712 W 36th St

712 W 36th St

BaltimoreMD21211
property at 2654 Oswego Ave

2654 Oswego Ave

BaltimoreMD21215
close
View Me
Greenspring Overlook
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Greenspring Overlook

2400-2418 Loyola NorthwayBaltimore, MD 21215
close
View Me
3908 Belle Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

3908 Belle Ave

3908 Belle AveBaltimore, MD 21215
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
Dolfield Townhomes
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Dolfield Townhomes

3701 Dolfield AveBaltimore, MD 21215
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
Saint Paul Courts
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Saint Paul Courts

3120 Saint Paul StBaltimore, MD 21218
  • Utilities Included
Showing Results 1-50, Page 1 of 2

Cross Keys, Baltimore, MD Local Guide

Cheapest Available Cross Keys Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Cross Keys area of Baltimore, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at Cold Spring Lane priced from $647. Ashburton Woods Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $855. Here are the most affordable Cross Keys apartments for rent in Baltimore, MD:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Cold Spring LaneOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$647
Ashburton Woods ApartmentsOne Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$855
The Village at Jones FallsThe Porter1BR,1BA$980
Lane Apartments2 BR 1 BATH2BR,1BA$1,030
Greenlyn ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,105
Sequoia Manor Apartments1BR/1BA Standard1BR,1BA$1,175
1910 Sulgrave AveTerr.Studio,1BA$1,195
The Marylander Apartment HomesStudioStudio,1BA$1,200

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cross Keys, MD

As of March 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cross Keys area is the $0.56 price per square foot 3213 Dorchester Rd Model at 3213 Dorchester Rd, Unit 2 in the in the Burleith-Leighton neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Cross Keys apartment is the 3701 Manchester Ave Model at 3701 Manchester Ave starting at $2,000 with a $1.05 price per square foot in the Burleith-Leighton neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cross Keys apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
3213 Dorchester Rd, Unit 23213 Dorchester Rd2BR,1BA$0.56
3701 Manchester Ave3701 Manchester Ave4BR,3BA$1.05
3730 Belle Ave, Unit 2 W3730 Belle Ave1BR,1BA$1.20
338 E Belvedere Ave, Unit Apt#2338 E Belvedere Ave1BR,1BA$1.28
Copper and Quarry VillageQ - 1BR 1BA with Den (900sf)1BR,1BA$1.71
Ashburton Woods ApartmentsOne Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.02
The Terraces at Park Heights (Senior 62+)One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.75
Lane Apartments2 BR 1 BATH2BR,1BA$1.42
The Village at Jones FallsThe Porter1BR,1BA$1.44
Cold Spring LaneOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.98

Quick Rent Budget Calculator

How much rent can you afford?

The common "Rule of Thumb" is that rent should be no more than 30% of your income. How much is that? Enter your monthly income and click "Calculate My Budget" to find out.

decorative image of people with a giant lease agreement

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Cross Keys, Baltimore, MD

Ranked #88

Among neighborhoods in Baltimore, MD for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

decorative image of woman handing cat to small boy

Best Local Schools in
Cross Keys, Baltimore, MD

School data provided by Great Schools

Best Local Schools in
Cross Keys, Baltimore, MD

School data provided by Great Schools

Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in areas across the United States, including Baltimore. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and outdoor amenities like tennis courts, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendly amenities, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Cross Keys Neighborhood in Baltimore, MD

Walk Score®

41 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

38 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

62 / 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 Cross Keys Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Cross Keys?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Cross Keys is under $1,200.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Cross Keys?

The cheapest apartment in Cross Keys is Cold Spring Lane which is listed at $647, while the average apartment in Cross Keys costs $4,500.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Cross Keys?

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 51 regular apartments in Cross Keys 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 Cross Keys?

Cheap apartments in Cross Keys have an average cost of $652 which is $3,848 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Cross Keys.

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.

decorative image for A Baltimore Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent article

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.

decorative image for Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money article

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.

decorative image for Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs article

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.

decorative image for Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting article

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.