
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Baltimore City, MD from $700 (65 Rentals)
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The Lyn

Cathedral St 300

22 Light

Saint Paul Regency

Live 501

The Courtland

The James

Mulberry at Park

300 W. Fayette Street
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611 Park Avenue

8 Howard and The 305

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Redwood Place

Franklin Lofts & Flats

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The Severn

The Flats at Professional Arts Building

Howard Row

Camden Court

Arrive Inner Harbor

725 W Pratt St.

520 Park Avenue

Gallery Tower

19 E Fayette St

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225 N Calvert

500 Park Avenue

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Center West

The Calvert School Apartments

2Hopkins

517 Mosher St

17 S Carrollton Ave

306 N Fremont Ave

12-16 E Chase Apartments

1222 Druid Hill Ave
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519 Mosher St

1021 St Paul St

1208 N Calvert St

1001 St Paul St

26 Calvert Apartments

The Atrium

6 S Calvert St

1015 Cathedral St

Lexington Lofts Apartments

1312 Division St
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Baltimore City, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Baltimore City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baltimore City Studio Apartments | $1,426 | $700 | $2,489 |
| Baltimore City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,604 | $900 | $3,382 |
| Baltimore City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,917 | $1,095 | $4,259 |
| Baltimore City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,033 | $1,175 | $4,715 |
| Baltimore City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,221 | $1,160 | $1,374 |
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Cheapest Available Baltimore City Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Baltimore City, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at 22 Light in the Inner Harbor neighborhood priced from $915. Saint Paul Regency in the Inner Harbor neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $925. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Baltimore City apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Light | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $915 |
| Saint Paul Regency | Studio apartment | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| Live 501 | S1A | Studio,1BA | $970 |
| Mulberry at Park | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,009 |
| 500 W Fayette St. | Lexington | 7BR,4BA | $1,032 |
| 611 Park Avenue | Studio Standard | Studio,1BA | $1,095 |
| 300 W. Fayette Street | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,095 |
| Parsonage Place Apartments | 001 Studio - Furnished | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| The Apartments at Charles Plaza | Charles Towers Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,129 |
| University Place Apartments | UPA - Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Baltimore City, MD and Nearby
As of February 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Baltimore City area is the $1.33 price per square foot One Bedroom Model at 19 E Fayette St in the in the Inner Harbor neighborhood starting from $1,395. The second greatest value Baltimore City apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at Mulberry at Park starting at $1,469 with a $1.46 price per square foot in the Inner Harbor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Baltimore City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 E Fayette St | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Mulberry at Park | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.46 |
| The Calvert School Apartments | 1A | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.45 |
| The Atrium | 2Bedroom 1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.75 |
| Chesapeake Commons | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| Franklin Lofts & Flats | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| Algonquin Apartments | Large One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Howard Row | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $1.95 |
| Marlboro Classic Apt & Redwood Square | Redwood - Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.86 |
| 22 Light | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Baltimore City Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Baltimore City?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Baltimore City is at Saint Paul Regency listed at $925.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Baltimore City Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Baltimore City Apartment is $915 at 22 Light.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Baltimore City Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Baltimore City is starting from $1,095 at 22 Light.
What is the most affordable Baltimore City Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Baltimore City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 22 Light and starts from $1,175.
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