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Ellicott City, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ellicott City?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Ellicott City Studio Apartments | $2,588 | $1,756 | $6,046 |
Cheap Ellicott City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,343 | $360 | $8,445 |
Cheap Ellicott City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,361 | $429 | $9,633 |
Cheap Ellicott City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,313 | $492 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Ellicott City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,199 | $2,740 | $7,262 |
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Cheapest Available Ellicott City Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Ellicott City, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at Selborne House of Dorsey Hall, Senior Living in the Taylor Village neighborhood priced from $1,075. Waverly Gardens Senior Community (62+) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,263. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Ellicott City apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Selborne House of Dorsey Hall, Senior Living | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
Waverly Gardens Senior Community (62+) | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,263 |
Tuscany Gardens Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,385 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ellicott City, MD
As of April 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ellicott City area is the $1.55 price per square foot The Centennial Model at Dorsey Overlook in the in the Taylor Village neighborhood starting from $3,850. The second greatest value Ellicott City apartment is the Hickory Model at Cedar Place starting at $1,935 with a $1.83 price per square foot in the Patuxent Chase neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ellicott City apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Dorsey Overlook | The Centennial | 3BR,3BA | $1.55 |
Cedar Place | Hickory | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.83 |
Queens Ridge Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.60 |
Reserve at Stonegate | The Cottonwood | 2BR,2BA | $1.79 |
Tuscany Woods Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
Fairbrook Park | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $1.65 |
Security Park Apartments | 2 Bedrooms 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
The Timbers at Long Reach | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
Tuscany Gardens Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
Selborne House of Dorsey Hall, Senior Living | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
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Getting Around Ellicott City, MD
Walk Score®
48 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
27 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
17 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ellicott City Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Ellicott City?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Ellicott City is at TENmflats listed at $1,756.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Ellicott City Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Ellicott City Apartment is $1,075 at Selborne House of Dorsey Hall, Senior Living.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Ellicott City Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Ellicott City is starting from $1,275 at Selborne House of Dorsey Hall, Senior Living.
What is the most affordable Ellicott City Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Ellicott City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Burgess Mill Station Apartments and starts from $2,195.
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