
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Central Baltimore Neighborhood of Baltimore, MD from $700 (83 Rentals)


1720 McCulloh St, Unit 4

834 N Carey St, Unit 3

Renaissance at Reservoir Hill

Hampton Court Apartments

Cathedral St 300

1721 Guilford Ave

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314 N Calhoun St, Unit 1

Westview on the Avenue

22 Light
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910 Edmondson Ave

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1718 McCulloh St, Unit 1

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1820 Madison Ave, Unit Room 3F

2572 McCulloh St

The James

936 N Calvert St

1918 McCulloh St

The Courtland

831 E Chase St

St James Place
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1005 N Arlington Ave

1611 St Paul St

2202 N Charles St

8 Howard and The 305

1918 N Charles St

Mulberry at Park

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Earl Court

124 E Trenton St

300 W. Fayette Street

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124 E Trenton St, Unit 108
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2 W 21st St

The Apartments at Charles Plaza

Stafford Apartments

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2028 Druid Hill Ave

The Hills at Lakeview

810 St Paul St

1019 W Baltimore St

2014 McCulloh St

Franklin Lofts & Flats

15 E Read St
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1029 W Baltimore St

Algonquin Apartments

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Whitelock Apartments

Poe Homes

Calloway Row Apartments

1406 Eutaw Place

Barclay Greenmount

Lillian Jones Apartments

Temple Gardens

Frederick Douglass
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Central Baltimore, Baltimore, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Baltimore?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Baltimore Studio Apartments | $1,430 | $600 | $2,449 |
Central Baltimore 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,615 | $700 | $4,302 |
| Central Baltimore 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,935 | $949 | $5,677 |
| Central Baltimore 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,533 | $1,094 | $4,715 |
| Central Baltimore 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,492 | $1,000 | $3,130 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Baltimore Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Central Baltimore?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Central Baltimore is under $983.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Central Baltimore?
The cheapest apartment in Central Baltimore is Renaissance at Reservoir Hill which is listed at $880, while the average apartment in Central Baltimore costs $2,950.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Central 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 265 regular apartments in Central 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 Central Baltimore?
Cheap apartments in Central Baltimore have an average cost of $932 which is $2,018 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Central Baltimore.
Expert Rental Resources
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Helpful Local Expert Guides

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.

Beyond the Classroom: Discovering Baltimores Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods
Written by: Sarah Bregel
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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Written by: Sarah Bregel
Baltimore, Maryland may have a reputation for being crime-ridden and dirty (you really hurt us, The Wire). But honestly, as a longtime resident, I have to let you in on something: that couldn't be further from the truth.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.