
Cheap Homes for Rent in Dorchester Neighborhood of Baltimore, MD from $500 (18 Rentals)
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3010 Virginia Ave

3328 St Ambrose Ave

6504 Armstrong Ave

2933 Presstman St

4108 Groveland Ave

2848 Edgecombe Cir S

3832 Cottage Ave

3419 Mondawmin Ave
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1402 Poplar Grove St

6023 Gwynn Oak Ave

4626 Reisterstown Rd

2311 Anoka Ave

4310 Ridgewood Ave

3706 Chesholm Rd

3011 Garrison Blvd

2613 Reisterstown Rd

3448 Reisterstown Rd
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Dorchester, Baltimore, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Dorchester?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Dorchester 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,322 | $1,000 | $1,700 |
Dorchester 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,803 | $1,200 | $2,900 |
Dorchester 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,174 | $800 | $2,971 |
Dorchester 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,674 | $1,699 | $3,600 |
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There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Dorchester Neighborhood of Baltimore, MD.
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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. Ashburton Woods Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $855. 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 |
Ashburton Woods Apartments | One Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $855 |
North Avenue Gateway | 2 bdr | 2BR,1BA | $857 |
2210 Roslyn Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Metro Pointe | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,014 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dorchester, MD
As of April 26, 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 2735 W North Ave Model at 2735 W North Ave, Unit #2 starting at $1,325 with a $1.12 price per square foot in the Burleith-Leighton 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 |
2735 W North Ave, Unit #2 | 2735 W North Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
Ashburton | 3b_r | 3BR,1BA | $1.37 |
North Avenue Gateway | 2 bdr | 2BR,1BA | $0.90 |
Gwynnbrook Townhomes | Two Bedroom Townhome - 896 sqft | 2BR,1BA | $1.49 |
Ashburton Woods Apartments | One Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
Gardens Apartment | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
Metro Pointe | A1R | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
Lane Apartments | 2 BR 1 BATH | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
North Avenue Gateway II | 1 bdr | 1BR,1BA | $0.96 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dorchester
What type of rentals are currently available in Dorchester?
There are currently 305 Apartments for Rent in Dorchester, MD with pricing that ranges from $695 to $3,475. There are also 89 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Dorchester ranging from $594 to $3,600.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Dorchester?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Dorchester ranges from $594 to $3,600 with an average monthly rent of $1,629.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Dorchester?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Dorchester range from $895 to $3,475, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,200 to $2,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,000.
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