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Mary Harvin House
Built in 20161 Bedroom Apartments

Mary Harvin House

1600 N Chester StBaltimore, MD 21213
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Metro Heights at Mondawmin
Built in 20181 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Metro Heights at Mondawmin

2700 Reisterstown RdBaltimore, MD 21215
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Woodland Gardens II
Built in 20231 Bedroom Apartments

Woodland Gardens II

4701 Park Heights AveBaltimore, MD 21215
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The Ella at Somerset
Built in 2024Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Ella at Somerset

520 Somerset StBaltimore, MD 21205
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Chateaus
Built in 2020Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Chateaus

1026 N Calvert StBaltimore, MD 21202

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The Suites
Built in 2020Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Suites

902 Saint Paul StBaltimore, MD 21202
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Genesis
Built in 2020Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Genesis

9 N Howard StBaltimore, MD 21201
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26 Calvert Apartments
Built in 20151 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

26 Calvert Apartments

26-36 S Calvert StBaltimore, MD 21202
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Marshall Gardens
Built in 20201 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Marshall Gardens

1700 Division StBaltimore, MD 21217
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Preston Place
Built in 20151 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Preston Place

1129 N Caroline StBaltimore, MD 21213
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1618 Bank
Built in 2015Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1618 Bank

1618 Bank StBaltimore, MD 21231
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The Appraisers' Building
Built in 20171 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Appraisers' Building

103 S Gay StBaltimore, MD 21202
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Canton Overlook
Built in 20231 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Canton Overlook

1617 Broening HwyBaltimore, MD 21224
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Baltimore, MD
Population: 602,495

Ranked #30

in US Census Population by City

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Getting Around Baltimore, MD

Walk Score®

76 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

61 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

68 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

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 $821.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Baltimore?

The cheapest apartment in Baltimore is Greens at Irvington Mews 2 which is listed at $533, while the average apartment in Baltimore costs $2,821.

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 24,696 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 $572 which is $2,249 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Baltimore.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Baltimore Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent

Written by: Sarah Bregel

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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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.