
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Frederick Neighborhood of Frederick, MD from $1,100 (15 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Frederick area of Frederick.


106 N Market St

109 S Bentz St

613 N Market St

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The Cascades of Frederick - Ages 62+

Ox Fibre Apartments

248 W Patrick St, Unit 2

Sharpe Square Apartments-62+ Seniors

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11 W All Saints St

311 W South St

613 N Market St

106 S Market St
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Downtown Frederick, Frederick, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Frederick?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Frederick Studio Apartments | $1,500 | $1,200 | $1,800 |
Downtown Frederick 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,777 | $1,199 | $2,547 |
Downtown Frederick 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,040 | $1,610 | $3,203 |
Downtown Frederick 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,253 | $1,879 | $2,407 |
Downtown Frederick 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,579 | $2,529 | $2,629 |
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There are currently 15 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Frederick Neighborhood of Frederick, MD.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Frederick Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Frederick area of Frederick, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at Foundry Square (Senior 62+) priced from $1,199. The Cascades of Frederick - Ages 62+ has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,375. Here are the most affordable Downtown Frederick apartments for rent in Frederick, MD:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Foundry Square (Senior 62+) | 1 Bedroom- Sterling Lodge (Senior 62+) | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
The Cascades of Frederick - Ages 62+ | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
Ox Fibre Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,388 |
Sharpe Square Apartments-62+ Seniors | 1 bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,412 |
Potomac Commons | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,679 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Frederick, MD
As of May 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Frederick area is the $1.69 price per square foot 2 Bed-2 Bath w/balcony Model at Brooklawn Apartments in the in the Taskers Chance neighborhood starting from $1,685. The second greatest value Downtown Frederick apartment is the 1 Bedroom Model at Potomac Commons starting at $1,679 with a $1.77 price per square foot in the Taskers Chance neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Frederick apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Brooklawn Apartments | 2 Bed-2 Bath w/balcony | 2BR,2BA | $1.69 |
Potomac Commons | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
248 W Patrick St, Unit 2 | 248 W Patrick St | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
The Village Center Apartments At Wormans Mill | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.41 |
The Fields at Rock Creek | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
Foundry Square (Senior 62+) | 1 Bedroom- Sterling Lodge (Senior 62+) | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
105 E Church St | 1 Bedroom ( Modern ) | 1BR,1BA | $2.96 |
Sharpe Square Apartments-62+ Seniors | 1 bed | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
The Cascades of Frederick - Ages 62+ | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
Ox Fibre Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Frederick, Frederick, MD
Ranked #46
Among neighborhoods in Frederick, MD for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Downtown Frederick Neighborhood in Frederick, MD
Walk Score®
97 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
84 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
37 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Frederick Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Frederick?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Frederick is Foundry Square (Senior 62+) which is listed at $1,199, while the average apartment in Downtown Frederick costs $2,529.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 6 regular apartments in Downtown 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 Downtown Frederick?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Frederick have an average cost of $329 which is $2,200 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Frederick.
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