Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Dunbar Neighborhood of Baltimore, MD from $500 (265 Rentals)

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property at 1607 Homestead St

1607 Homestead St

BaltimoreMD21218

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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property at 1637 Fleet St

1637 Fleet St

BaltimoreMD21231

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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property at 307 Dolphin St

307 Dolphin St

BaltimoreMD21217

Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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

Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.

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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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Dunbar, Baltimore, MD Local Guide

Cheapest Available Dunbar Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Dunbar area of Baltimore, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at Mary Harvin House priced from $575. Columbus School has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $720. Here are the most affordable Dunbar apartments for rent in Baltimore, MD:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Mary Harvin House1 bdr1BR,1BA$575
Columbus School1 bdr1BR,1BA$720
Highlandtown Plaza Co-op Apartments 62+Standard1BR,1BA$845
EastView on the AvenueTwo Bedroom B2BR,1BA$865
Hampton Court ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$900
1018 N Calvert StStudioStudio,1BA$900
22 LightOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$915
Saint Paul RegencyStudio apartmentStudio,1BA$925
Printers Square Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$933

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dunbar, MD

As of October 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Dunbar area is the $1.07 price per square foot 30 E Preston St Model at 30 E Preston St, Unit B in the in the Inner Harbor neighborhood starting from $2,790. The second greatest value Dunbar apartment is the Unit 6 Model at 407 N Charles St starting at $2,200 with a $1.06 price per square foot in the Inner Harbor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Dunbar apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
30 E Preston St, Unit B30 E Preston St3BR,3BA$1.07
407 N Charles StUnit 64BR,3.5BA$1.06
Multi-Family Lofts Units2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.00
The Railway Express Loft Apartments2 Bedroom 2.5 Bath2BR,2.5BA$1.18
246 W Lanvale St, Unit 3246 W Lanvale St2BR,1BA$1.18
10-16 E Chase StStudioStudio ,1BA$1.20
Columbus School2 bdr2BR,1BA$1.10
Printers Square Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.16
816 E Baltimore St, Unit 2816 E Baltimore StStudio ,1BA$1.06
Mary Harvin House1 bdr1BR,1BA$0.83

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

From the lounge to the laundry room, understand your rights and responsibilities in shared apartment spaces. Get tips on pet rules, noise, and security.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Moving is tough, especially long-distance. Learn how to minimize stress & expenses with proven strategies from a real estate pro, covering everything from logistics to finances.

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Beyond the Classroom: Discovering Baltimore's Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods

Baltimore Student Housing - Find your perfect rental! Explore top neighborhoods near Baltimore colleges & universities for vibrant student living.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Dunbar, Baltimore, MD

Ranked #3

Among cities in Maryland for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

This website is proud to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across Maryland including Dunbar, Baltimore, and the greater Baltimore area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, family-friendliness, raising pets, transit options, walking, and biking. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Dunbar Neighborhood in Baltimore, MD

Walk Score®

91 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

63 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

90 / 100

Rider’s Paradise

World-class public transportation

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dunbar Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Dunbar?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Dunbar is under $933.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Dunbar?

The cheapest apartment in Dunbar is Mary Harvin House which is listed at $575, while the average apartment in Dunbar costs $3,099.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Dunbar?

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 149 regular apartments in Dunbar 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 Dunbar?

Cheap apartments in Dunbar have an average cost of $532 which is $2,567 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Dunbar.

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.