
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Forest Park Neighborhood of Baltimore, MD from $500 (118 Rentals)
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5336 Cordelia Ave

3831 Derby Manor Dr

3010 Virginia Ave

5336 Cordelia Ave

3121 Windsor Ave

2933 Presstman St

4626 Reisterstown Rd

2922 Grantley Ave

2933 Presstman St
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4626 Reisterstown Rd

3701 W Forest Park Ave

2848 Edgecombe Cir S

3617 Springdale Ave

2848 Edgecombe Cir S

1211 Poplar Grove St

5118 Gwynn Oak Ave

4108 Groveland Ave

3220 Brightwood Ave

2311 Anoka Ave
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4310 Ridgewood Ave

2311 Anoka Ave

3832 Cottage Ave

4310 Ridgewood Ave

1211 Poplar Grove St

3113 Presbury St

3010 Virginia Ave

2933 Presstman St

2922 Grantley Ave

Cold Spring Lane
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4310 Ridgewood Ave

Palmer Court

5023 Queensberry Ave, Unit Senior Shared home

Ashburton Woods Apartments

3925 Fairview Ave, Unit 3

Bonner Vista Apartments

3403 Park Heights Ave, Unit 1

3723 Nortonia Rd

4910 Poe Ave

Haddon Hill Apartments
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Midtown at Coppin Heights

The Village at Jones Falls

4129 W Forest Park Ave

4024 Hilton Rd, Unit Apt 2

The Reserve at West Hills

Fordleigh Apartments

Greens At Forest Park Apartments

Wabash Manor Apartments

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5312 Gwynn Oak Ave, Unit Apt. 3

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4130 Woodhaven Ave, Unit 1 Bedroom Apartment
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Central Forest Park, Baltimore, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Forest Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Forest Park Studio Apartments | $1,209 | $1,040 | $1,379 |
| Central Forest Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,102 | $500 | $1,467 |
| Central Forest Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,359 | $775 | $1,850 |
| Central Forest Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,638 | $895 | $2,112 |
| Central Forest Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,207 | $850 | $1,565 |
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There are currently 118 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Central Forest Park Neighborhood of Baltimore, MD.
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Cheapest Available Central Forest Park Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Forest Park area of Baltimore, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at North Avenue Gateway II priced from $745. Cold Spring Lane has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $775. Here are the most affordable Central Forest Park apartments for rent in Baltimore, MD:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Avenue Gateway II | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath C | 1BR,1BA | $745 |
| Cold Spring Lane | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $775 |
| Ashburton Woods Apartments | One Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $855 |
| Palmer Court | 2/1.00 | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
| 2210 Roslyn Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Greenspring Overlook | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,002 |
| The Reserve at West Hills | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,040 |
| Fordleigh Apartments | The Pimlico | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Wabash Manor Apartments | 2BR/1BA Standard | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Forest Park, MD
As of May 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Forest Park area is the $0.61 price per square foot 5023 Queensberry Ave Model at 5023 Queensberry Ave, Unit Senior Shared home in the in the Northwest Baltimore neighborhood starting from $850. The second greatest value Central Forest Park apartment is the 2735 W North Ave Model at 2735 W North Ave, Unit #3 starting at $1,300 with a $1.09 price per square foot in the Burleith-Leighton neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Forest Park apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5023 Queensberry Ave, Unit Senior Shared home | 5023 Queensberry Ave | 4BR,2BA | $0.61 |
| 2735 W North Ave, Unit #3 | 2735 W North Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Metro Pointe | B2R2 | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Ashburton Woods Apartments | Two Bedroom/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Fairway Ridge Apartments and Townhomes | The Fairview | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.37 |
| Elgin Townhomes | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| 5312 Gwynn Oak Ave, Unit Apt. 3 | 5312 Gwynn Oak Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| The Village at Jones Falls | The Bogie | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| 4130 Woodhaven Ave, Unit 1 Bedroom Apartment | 4130 Woodhaven Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Cold Spring Lane | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
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Best Local Schools in Central Forest Park, Baltimore, MD
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Forest Park Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Central Forest Park?
The cheapest apartment in Central Forest Park is North Avenue Gateway II which is listed at $745, while the average apartment in Central Forest Park costs $1,651.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Central Forest Park?
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 15 regular apartments in Central Forest Park 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 Forest Park?
Cheap apartments in Central Forest Park have an average cost of $582 which is $1,069 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Central Forest Park.
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