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Baltimore, MD Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Baltimore, MD

Pricing Updated: 04/07/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Baltimore, MD area range in price from $500 to $8,251 with an overall median price of $2,830. The three Baltimore neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Brooklyn at $550, Keniworth Park at $750, and Northwest Baltimore at $775. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Baltimore Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Brooklyn$1,250$55034
Keniworth Park$1,250$75053
Northwest Baltimore$1,275$77522
Powder Mill Park$1,309$99511
Dolfield$1,464$50020
Shipley Hill$1,525$500209
Bridgeview$1,565$55022
Panway$1,565$50031
East Baltimore$1,567$60044
Curtis Bay$1,645$85064

Cheapest Available Baltimore Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Baltimore, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at Greens at Irvington Mews 2 - Senior Apartments 62+ in the Violetville neighborhood priced from $533. The Terraces at Park Heights (Senior 62+) in the Burleith-Leighton neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $628. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Baltimore apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Greens at Irvington Mews 2 - Senior Apartments 62+1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$533
The Terraces at Park Heights (Senior 62+)One Bedroom1BR,1BA$628
Lansdowne Gardens2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$655
Maiden Choice ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$700
Parkside Gardens Apartments and TownhousesStudio apartmentStudio,1BA$730
North Avenue Gateway II1 Bedroom/1 Bath C1BR,1BA$745
Gardenvillage Apartments & Townhouses1 bedroom Junior1BR,1BA$751
Goodnow Hill and Franconia Apartments1 bedroom Junior apartment1BR,1BA$765
Cold Spring LaneTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$775

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Baltimore, MD

As of April 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Baltimore area is the $0.96 price per square foot 1005 N Arlington Ave Model at 1005 N Arlington Ave, Unit Arlington A in the in the Inner Harbor neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Baltimore apartment is the 2026 Druid Hill Ave Model at 2026 Druid Hill Ave, Unit Unit 2 starting at $1,950 with a $0.85 price per square foot in the Inner Harbor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Baltimore apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1005 N Arlington Ave, Unit Arlington A1005 N Arlington Ave4BR,3BA$0.96
2026 Druid Hill Ave, Unit Unit 22026 Druid Hill Ave3BR,3BA$0.85
414 S Augusta Ave, Unit 414414 S Augusta Ave3BR,1.5BA$0.91
HH Cresmont4 Bedroom / 2 Bathrooms (leased per bedroom)4BR,2BA$0.66
1718 McCulloh St, Unit 11718 McCulloh St1BR,1BA$0.95
1716 McCulloh St, Unit 21716 McCulloh StStudio ,1BA$0.88
1720 McCulloh St, Unit 41720 McCulloh St1BR,1BA$0.85
Maiden Choice ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$0.74
Ashburton Woods ApartmentsOne Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$0.99
The Terraces at Park Heights (Senior 62+)One Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.83

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Baltimore Overview

The United States is home to a rich and diverse range of cities. New England in particular is home to some of the oldest cities in the nation. Few cities have as much historical, cultural and economic significance as Baltimore, Maryland. Baltimore rests in the northern part of Chesapeake Bay, north of Washington D.C. and just southwest of Philadelphia. It boasts a population of around 622,000 making it the largest city in the state of Maryland. It is just dense enough to feel like a big city but not quite large enough for you to become overwhelmed, and the layout of this impressive city gives it a smaller feel. The city is home to many universities, professional sports teams and shopping centers making it an ideal location no matter your interests.

Why live in Baltimore, MD?

The biggest reason to choose Baltimore is because when you do you become a part of the family. Baltimore has such a rich culture that is not to be found anywhere else in the world. By making this city your home you are enriching your own cultural awareness and becoming a part of one of the most historical parts of the United States. The city is smart and savvy and you are bound to find exponential enjoyment as you spend more time here.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Baltimore Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Baltimore?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Baltimore is under $775.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Baltimore?

The cheapest apartment in Baltimore is Greens at Irvington Mews 2 - Senior Apartments 62+ which is listed at $533, while the average apartment in Baltimore costs $2,830.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Baltimore?

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 47,537 regular apartments in Baltimore 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 Baltimore?

Cheap apartments in Baltimore have an average cost of $775 which is $2,055 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Baltimore.

Expert Rental Resources

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There are few cities more eclectic and diverse than Baltimore, Maryland. I should know. I've lived in various parts of Baltimore for most of my life.

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Baltimore, Maryland is an incredibly vibrant town known for some amazing colleges. I had the pleasure of growing up sandwiched between a few of them.

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