
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Frederick, MD from $300 (20 Rentals)
Cheap Apartments in Frederick.


Foundry Square (Senior 62+)

106 N Market St

109 S Bentz St

Brooklawn Apartments

The Cascades of Frederick - Ages 62+

209 Dill Ave

Ox Fibre Apartments

The Westwinds
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27 S Jefferson St, Unit 2

The Grove At Alban

248 W Patrick St, Unit 2
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Frederick, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Frederick?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Frederick Studio Apartments | $1,802 | $1,199 | $2,249 |
Cheap Frederick 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,036 | $1,199 | $3,819 |
Cheap Frederick 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,364 | $1,419 | $4,945 |
Cheap Frederick 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,641 | $1,390 | $4,680 |
Cheap Frederick 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,902 | $2,529 | $3,225 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Frederick, MD
Pricing Updated: 05/04/2025Current apartment rentals in the Frederick, MD area range in price from $1,199 to $4,945 with an overall median price of $2,716. The three Frederick neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Millies Delight at $2,100, Whittier at $2,100, and Stonegate Frederick at $1,389. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Frederick Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Millies Delight | $2,100 | $2,100 | 1 |
Whittier | $2,100 | $2,100 | 1 |
Stonegate Frederick | $2,105 | $1,389 | 82 |
Hillcrest Orchards | $2,185 | $1,199 | 107 |
Ballenger Creek | $2,369 | $1,199 | 80 |
Centergate | $2,396 | $1,199 | 293 |
Ballenger Creek Center | $2,407 | $1,199 | 290 |
Brigadoon | $2,529 | $1,199 | 295 |
Carrollton | $2,529 | $1,199 | 314 |
Catoctin Park | $2,529 | $1,199 | 295 |
Cheapest Available Frederick Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Frederick, MD is a Studio unit found at Princeton Court in the Airport Industrial Park neighborhood priced from $1,199. Foundry Square (Senior 62+) in the Taskers Chance neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,199. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Frederick apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Princeton Court | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,199 |
Foundry Square (Senior 62+) | 1 Bedroom- Sterling Lodge (Senior 62+) | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
Creekside at Taskers Chance | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,290 |
The Cascades of Frederick - Ages 62+ | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
Sinclair Way | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,381 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Frederick, MD
As of May 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Frederick area is the $1.38 price per square foot D Model at Overlook at Avalon in the in the Taskers Chance neighborhood starting from $2,371. The second greatest value Frederick apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at The Fred Apartment Homes starting at $2,219 with a $1.78 price per square foot in the Taskers Chance neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Frederick apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Overlook at Avalon | D | 4BR,3BA | $1.38 |
The Fred Apartment Homes | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.78 |
Brooklawn Apartments | 2 Bed-2 Bath w/balcony | 2BR,2BA | $1.75 |
27 S Jefferson St, Unit 2 | 27 S Jefferson St | 3BR,1BA | $1.42 |
Potomac Commons | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
The Grove At Alban | 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $1.80 |
6956 N Clifton Rd, Unit 6956 N Clifton Rd #1 | 6956 N Clifton Rd | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
Foundry Square (Senior 62+) | 1 Bedroom- Sterling Lodge (Senior 62+) | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
248 W Patrick St, Unit 2 | 248 W Patrick St | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
The Westwinds | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
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Frederick Overview
Located in the state of Maryland, Frederick boasts a healthy population of 74,032 residents. You’ll find Frederick nestled directly in the heart of Frederick County. Life in this gorgeous city is perfect for individuals and families looking to put down roots in a gorgeous suburban setting. While many residents own their own homes, there are also attractive apartments in Frederick for everyone looking to rent the ideal place to live. This city is filled with beautiful parks, quaint coffee shops, and plenty of restaurants offering delectable meals. Young and up-and-coming professionals really thrive in Frederick. It’s even a great city for families because the public school district is rated with the highest marks.
Why live in Frederick, MD?
Everyone ready to rent apartments in Frederick should know that this beautiful city is a fantastic choice. They have a great downtown area filled with local businesses, gorgeous residences, indie shops, art galleries, and a plethora of historic buildings and fantastic restaurants. It’s very easy to commute to other major cities from Frederick as well. Within an hour of the city, you can quickly drive to three major airports including BWI International, Dulles International, and Reagan National airports. This municipality is more than affordable, yet the average median household income is $72,000, which makes it easy to live in this great community.
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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Getting Around Frederick, MD
Walk Score®
56 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
53 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
19 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Frederick Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Frederick?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Frederick is under $1,399.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Frederick?
The cheapest apartment in Frederick is Foundry Square (Senior 62+) which is listed at $1,199, while the average apartment in Frederick costs $2,716.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Frederick?
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 301 regular apartments in Frederick 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 Frederick?
Cheap apartments in Frederick have an average cost of $139 which is $2,577 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Frederick.
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