Cheap Homes for Rent in Cross Keys Neighborhood of Baltimore, MD from $500 (21 Rentals)

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property at 3532 Keswick Rd

$885

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2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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3532 Keswick Rd

BaltimoreMD21211
property at 4024 Hilton Rd

$1,000

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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4024 Hilton Rd, Unit Apt 2

4024 Hilton Rd
BaltimoreMD21215

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property at 2536 Loyola Southway

$1,200 - $1,600

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2536 Loyola Southway

BaltimoreMD21215

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Cross Keys, Baltimore, MD Local Guide

Cheapest Available Cross Keys Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Cross Keys area of Baltimore, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at Ashburton Woods Apartments priced from $855. Winston Court Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Cross Keys apartments for rent in Baltimore, MD:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Ashburton Woods ApartmentsOne Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$855
Winston Court Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$950
Palmer Court2/1.002BR,1BA$950
Greenspring Overlook1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,002
The Marylander Apartment HomesStudioStudio,1BA$1,025

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cross Keys, MD

As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cross Keys area is the $0.69 price per square foot 3213 Dorchester Rd Model at 3213 Dorchester Rd, Unit 2 in the in the Burleith-Leighton neighborhood starting from $1,850. The second greatest value Cross Keys apartment is the 2 BED / 2 BATH Model at Melrose Apartments starting at $2,545 with a $1.45 price per square foot in the Mid-Govans neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cross Keys apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
3213 Dorchester Rd, Unit 23213 Dorchester Rd2BR,1BA$0.69
Melrose Apartments2 BED / 2 BATH2BR,2BA$1.45
5023 Queensberry Ave, Unit Senior Shared home5023 Queensberry Ave4BR,2BA$0.61
Tri Star2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.40
Carolina Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.47
The Academy on CharlesD14BR,4BA$1.44
Ashburton Woods ApartmentsTwo Bedroom/1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.00
Palmer Court3/1.003BR,1BA$1.43
4646 York Rd, Unit 44646 York Rd1BR,1BA$1.44
Winston Court Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.20

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cross Keys

What type of rentals are currently available in Cross Keys?

There are currently 333 Apartments for Rent in Cross Keys, MD with pricing that ranges from $500 to $3,944. There are also 92 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Cross Keys ranging from $550 to $5,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Cross Keys?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Cross Keys ranges from $550 to $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,970.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Cross Keys?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Cross Keys range from $1,200 to $3,600, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,400 to $2,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $650 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $850.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

Helpful Local Expert Guides

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

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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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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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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.