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Dorchester, Baltimore, MD Local Guide

Cheapest Available Dorchester Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Dorchester area of Baltimore, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at The Terraces at Park Heights (Senior 62+) priced from $628. North Avenue Gateway II has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $751. Here are the most affordable Dorchester apartments for rent in Baltimore, MD:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Terraces at Park Heights (Senior 62+)One Bedroom1BR,1BA$628
North Avenue Gateway II2 bdr2BR,1BA$751
North Avenue Gateway2 bdr2BR,1BA$833
Windsor Forest1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$999
Lane Apartments2 BR 1 BATH2BR,1BA$1,030
Fordleigh ApartmentsThe Pimlico1BR,1BA$1,075
Ashburton Woods ApartmentsTwo Bedroom/1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,095
Hampshire House ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,100
Metro PointeA11BR,1BA$1,144

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dorchester, MD

As of June 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Dorchester area is the $0.67 price per square foot 3807 Norfolk Ave Model at 3807 Norfolk Ave, Unit 1st Floor Unit in the in the Burleith-Leighton neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Dorchester apartment is the 3914 Garrison Blvd Model at 3914 Garrison Blvd, Unit 2 starting at $1,875 with a $1.10 price per square foot in the Burleith-Leighton neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Dorchester apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
3807 Norfolk Ave, Unit 1st Floor Unit3807 Norfolk Ave2BR,2BA$0.67
3914 Garrison Blvd, Unit 23914 Garrison Blvd4BR,1BA$1.10
6007 Park Heights Ave, Unit AptC36007 Park Heights Ave2BR,2BA$1.25
2735 W North Ave, Unit #32735 W North Ave2BR,1BA$1.11
Ashburton Woods ApartmentsTwo Bedroom/1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.03
Ashburton3b_r3BR,1BA$1.37
North Avenue Gateway II2 bdr2BR,1BA$0.75
North Avenue Gateway2 bdr2BR,1BA$0.88
Metro PointeA11BR,1BA$1.44
Lane Apartments2 BR 1 BATH2BR,1BA$1.42

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Frequently Asked Questions about Dorchester

What type of rentals are currently available in Dorchester?

There are currently 296 Apartments for Rent in Dorchester, MD with pricing that ranges from $500 to $3,490. There are also 128 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Dorchester ranging from $600 to $4,300.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Dorchester?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Dorchester ranges from $600 to $4,300 with an average monthly rent of $1,935.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Dorchester?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Dorchester range from $895 to $3,490, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,350 to $2,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $600.

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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

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