Top Rated Cheap Apartments for Rent in Baltimore, MD from $400 (47 Rentals)

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Dutch Village
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Dutch Village

2349 Perring Manor RdBaltimore, MD 21234
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Preston Street Lofts
Studio Apartments

Preston Street Lofts

2-4 E Preston StBaltimore, MD 21202
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Campus Square
1 Bedroom Apartments

Campus Square

2719-2733 N Charles StBaltimore, MD 21218
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Marshall Gardens
3 Bedroom Apartments

Marshall Gardens

1700 Division StBaltimore, MD 21217
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26 Calvert Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

26 Calvert Apartments

26-36 S Calvert StBaltimore, MD 21202
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The Morison
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Morison

18 W Madison StBaltimore, MD 21201
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The Appraisers' Building
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Appraisers' Building

103 S Gay StBaltimore, MD 21202
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The Lenore
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Lenore

114 E Lexington StBaltimore, MD 21202
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301 North Charles
1 Bedroom Apartments

301 North Charles

301 N Charles StBaltimore, MD 21201
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Renaissance Row
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Renaissance Row

4311 Park Heights AveBaltimore, MD 21215
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Brown's Arcade
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Brown's Arcade

322 N Charles StBaltimore, MD 21201
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The Munsey
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Munsey

7 N Calvert StBaltimore, MD 21202
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Holiday Gate Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Holiday Gate Apartments

1610 Melbourne RdDundalk, MD 21222
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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 $786.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Baltimore?

The cheapest apartment in Baltimore is Mary Harvin House which is listed at $575, while the average apartment in Baltimore costs $2,551.

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 23,023 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 $495 which is $2,056 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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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.