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Plum Tree Apartments
3463 Plum Tree DrEllicott City, MD 21042
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ReNew Howard Crossing
8732 Town and Country BlvdEllicott City, MD 21043
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Chatham Gardens
3332 N Chatham RdEllicott City, MD 21042
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Burgess Mill Station Apartments
3050 Milltowne DrEllicott City, MD 21043
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Ellicott Grove
3005 Oak Green CirEllicott City, MD 21043
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Columbia Glade
5029 Columbia RdColumbia, MD 21044
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Old Ellicott City, Ellicott City, MD Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Old Ellicott City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Ellicott City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,830 | $1,450 | $2,976 |
| Old Ellicott City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,231 | $1,680 | $3,422 |
| Old Ellicott City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,459 | $2,185 | $4,500 |
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There are currently 8 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Old Ellicott City Neighborhood of Ellicott City, MD.
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Cheapest Available Old Ellicott City Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Old Ellicott City area of Ellicott City, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at Plum Tree Apartments priced from $1,465. Burgess Mill Station Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,575. Here are the most affordable Old Ellicott City apartments for rent in Ellicott City, MD:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plum Tree Apartments | 1B1B - Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $1,465 |
| Burgess Mill Station Apartments | Oella | 1BR,1BA | $1,575 |
| Chatham Gardens | CH2-1B-L | 1BR,1BA | $1,668 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old Ellicott City, MD
As of March 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Old Ellicott City area is the $2.05 price per square foot The Patuxent Model at Dorsey Overlook in the in the Taylor Village neighborhood starting from $3,300. The second greatest value Old Ellicott City apartment is the Renovated Two Bed Two Bath Model at Columbia Glade starting at $2,500 with a $2.15 price per square foot in the Taylor Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Old Ellicott City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dorsey Overlook | The Patuxent | 3BR,3BA | $2.05 |
| Columbia Glade | Renovated Two Bed Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.15 |
| Ellicott Grove | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $1.93 |
| Westerlee Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 832 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $2.18 |
| Chatham Gardens | CH2-1B-U | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| Orchard Meadows Apartment Homes | Walnut | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
| Burgess Mill Station Apartments | Oella | 1BR,1BA | $2.16 |
| Renaissance Hills at Ellicott City | The Noach | 1BR,1BA | $2.74 |
| Plum Tree Apartments | 1B1B - Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
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Getting Around the Old Ellicott City Neighborhood in Ellicott City, MD
Walk Score®
70 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
23 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
25 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Old Ellicott City Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Old Ellicott City?
The cheapest apartment in Old Ellicott City is Plum Tree Apartments which is listed at $1,465, while the average apartment in Old Ellicott City costs $3,550.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Old Ellicott City?
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 15 regular apartments in Old Ellicott City 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 Old Ellicott City?
Cheap apartments in Old Ellicott City have an average cost of $227 which is $3,323 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Old Ellicott City.
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