Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Baltimore City Neighborhood of Baltimore, MD from $500 (30 Rentals)
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West Baltimore City, Baltimore, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Baltimore City?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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West Baltimore City Studio Apartments | $1,013 | $935 | $1,060 |
West Baltimore City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,204 | $583 | $1,850 |
West Baltimore City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,435 | $702 | $2,375 |
West Baltimore City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,807 | $814 | $2,840 |
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There are currently 30 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the West Baltimore City Neighborhood of Baltimore, MD.
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Cheapest Available West Baltimore City Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Baltimore City area of Baltimore, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at Uplands priced from $583. North Avenue Gateway II has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $723. Here are the most affordable West Baltimore City 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 |
North Avenue Gateway II | 1 bdr | 1BR,1BA | $723 |
North Avenue Gateway | 2 bdr | 2BR,1BA | $857 |
Stone Hills | 1BR 1BA(465) | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
Nottingham Gardens | Large One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
College Gardens & Melbourne Apts /Townhouses | 1 Bedroom Garden | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Caral Gardens Apartments and Townhomes | The Iris | 2BR,1BA | $1,039 |
Coventry Manor | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,050 |
Oaklee Village Apartments | 1BL | 1BR,1BA | $1,085 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Baltimore City, MD
As of May 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Baltimore City area is the $1.12 price per square foot 2735 W North Ave Model at 2735 W North Ave, Unit #2 in the in the Burleith-Leighton neighborhood starting from $1,325. The second greatest value West Baltimore City apartment is the 3b_r Model at Ashburton starting at $1,399 with a $1.37 price per square foot in the Burleith-Leighton neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Baltimore City apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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2735 W North Ave, Unit #2 | 2735 W North Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
Ashburton | 3b_r | 3BR,1BA | $1.37 |
Northwest Townhomes | The Axis | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
North Avenue Gateway | 2 bdr | 2BR,1BA | $0.90 |
Gwynnbrook Townhomes | Two Bedroom Townhome - 896 sqft | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
Coventry Manor | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
North Avenue Gateway II | 1 bdr | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
2699 Saint Benedict St, Unit 1 | 2699 Saint Benedict St | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
Uplands | Phase 2 - 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.90 |
Nottingham Gardens | Large One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Baltimore City Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Baltimore City Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Baltimore City Apartment is $583 at Uplands.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Baltimore City Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Baltimore City is starting from $702 at Uplands.
What is the most affordable West Baltimore City Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap West Baltimore City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Uplands and starts from $814.
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