Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Purnell Neighborhood of Baltimore, MD from $500 (13 Rentals)
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Purnell, Baltimore, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Purnell?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Purnell Studio Apartments | $1,001 | $926 | $1,090 |
Purnell 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,392 | $583 | $2,190 |
Purnell 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,523 | $702 | $2,988 |
Purnell 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,833 | $814 | $2,990 |
Purnell 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,424 | $2,000 | $2,849 |
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Cheapest Available Purnell Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Purnell area of Baltimore, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at Uplands priced from $583. Cold Spring Lane has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $647. Here are the most affordable Purnell apartments for rent in Baltimore, MD:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Uplands | Phase 2 - 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $583 |
Cold Spring Lane | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $647 |
Nottingham South | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $950 |
St Agnes Apartments | Jr. 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $954 |
2210 Roslyn Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Purnell, MD
As of April 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Purnell area is the $1.10 price per square foot 3914 Garrison Blvd Model at 3914 Garrison Blvd, Unit 2 in the in the Burleith-Leighton neighborhood starting from $1,875. The second greatest value Purnell apartment is the The Ridgeview Model at Fairway Ridge Apartments and Townhomes starting at $1,755 with a $1.65 price per square foot in the Walbrook neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Purnell apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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3914 Garrison Blvd, Unit 2 | 3914 Garrison Blvd | 3BR,1BA | $1.10 |
Fairway Ridge Apartments and Townhomes | The Ridgeview | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.65 |
Ashburton | 3b_r | 3BR,1BA | $1.37 |
Seton Park | 2 Bedroom First Floor | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
The Hills at Milford Mill | 1 Bedroom with Den | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
Lane Apartments | 2 BR 1 BATH | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
Cold Spring Lane | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
Uplands | Phase 2 - 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.90 |
Nottingham Gardens | Large One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
2210 Roslyn Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
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Pet Friendly LifestylePurnell, Baltimore, MD
Ranked #207
Among neighborhoods in Baltimore, MD for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Purnell, Baltimore, MD
Dickey Hill Elementary/Middle
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Getting Around the Purnell Neighborhood in Baltimore, MD
Walk Score®
20 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
15 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
44 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Purnell Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Purnell?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Purnell is under $1,156.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Purnell?
The cheapest apartment in Purnell is Uplands which is listed at $583, while the average apartment in Purnell costs $3,250.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Purnell?
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 6 regular apartments in Purnell 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 Purnell?
Cheap apartments in Purnell have an average cost of $122 which is $3,128 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Purnell.
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