
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Dorchester Neighborhood of Baltimore, MD from $600 (73 Rentals)
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Dorchester, Baltimore, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dorchester?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Dorchester Studio Apartments | $1,500 | $1,105 | $1,740 |
Dorchester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,406 | $695 | $2,070 |
Dorchester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,474 | $805 | $3,050 |
Dorchester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,869 | $895 | $3,475 |
Dorchester 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,000 | $2,000 | $2,000 |
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Cheapest Available Dorchester Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Dorchester area of Baltimore, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at North Avenue Gateway II priced from $628. North Avenue Gateway has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $706. Here are the most affordable Dorchester apartments for rent in Baltimore, MD:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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North Avenue Gateway II | 1 bdr | 1BR,1BA | $628 |
North Avenue Gateway | 2 bdr | 2BR,1BA | $706 |
Metro Pointe | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
Ashburton Woods Apartments | One Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $855 |
2210 Roslyn Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Wabash Manor Apartments | 1BR/1BA Standard | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
Lane Apartments | 2 BR 1 BATH | 2BR,1BA | $1,030 |
Greenlyn Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,105 |
Park Plaza East & West Apartments | The Raven | 1BR,1BA | $1,140 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dorchester, MD
As of April 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Dorchester 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 Dorchester apartment is the C3 Model at Metro Pointe starting at $1,589 with a $1.30 price per square foot in the Northwest Baltimore neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Dorchester apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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3213 Dorchester Rd, Unit 2 | 3213 Dorchester Rd | 2BR,1BA | $0.56 |
Metro Pointe | C3 | 3BR,2BA | $1.30 |
2735 W North Ave, Unit #2 | 2735 W North Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
Embassy Aparments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
Ashburton | 3b_r | 3BR,1BA | $1.37 |
North Avenue Gateway | 2 bdr | 2BR,1BA | $0.71 |
Seton Park | 2 Bedroom First Floor | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
Ashburton Woods Apartments | One Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.02 |
Lane Apartments | 2 BR 1 BATH | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
North Avenue Gateway II | 1 bdr | 1BR,1BA | $0.96 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDorchester, Baltimore, MD
Ranked #185
Among neighborhoods in Baltimore, MD for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Dorchester Neighborhood in Baltimore, MD
Walk Score®
55 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
45 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
63 / 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 Dorchester Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Dorchester?
The cheapest apartment in Dorchester is North Avenue Gateway II which is listed at $628, while the average apartment in Dorchester costs $3,250.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Dorchester?
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 3 regular apartments in Dorchester 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 Dorchester?
Cheap apartments in Dorchester have an average cost of $102 which is $3,148 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Dorchester.
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