
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Arlington Neighborhood of Baltimore, MD from $500 (180 Rentals)
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2922 Grantley Ave

4626 Reisterstown Rd

2933 Presstman St

3412 Gwynns Falls Pkwy

4626 Reisterstown Rd

2933 Presstman St

3106 Sequoia Ave

3106 Sequoia Ave

3506 Lucille Ave
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3419 Mondawmin Ave

2823 Presstman St

1211 Poplar Grove St

2848 Edgecombe Cir S

3419 Mondawmin Ave

2100 N Ellamont St

2029 W North Ave

2326 McCulloh St

3831 Derby Manor Dr
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4108 Groveland Ave

3220 Brightwood Ave

3832 Cottage Ave

4310 Ridgewood Ave

4310 Ridgewood Ave

3220 Brightwood Ave

2207 Whittier Ave

3113 Presbury St

1211 Poplar Grove St

3113 Presbury St
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3701 W Forest Park Ave

3010 Virginia Ave

2933 Presstman St

2732 Reisterstown Rd, Unit 3

2732 Reisterstown Rd, Unit 3

1633 N Payson St

Palmer Court

2326 McCulloh St

2326 McCulloh St

5023 Queensberry Ave, Unit Senior Shared home
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Ashburton Woods Apartments

Renaissance at Reservoir Hill

3011 Garrison Blvd

1744 W North Ave

Westview on the Avenue

3900 Garrison Blvd

Bonner Vista Apartments

2920 Parkwood Ave

Total Monthly Price
1820 Madison Ave, Unit Room 3F

3403 Park Heights Ave, Unit 1
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East Arlington, Baltimore, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Arlington?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Arlington Studio Apartments | $1,729 | $1,200 | $1,985 |
| East Arlington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,760 | $500 | $3,718 |
| East Arlington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,923 | $900 | $4,135 |
| East Arlington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,226 | $1,000 | $9,491 |
| East Arlington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,898 | $850 | $2,446 |
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There are currently 180 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Arlington Neighborhood of Baltimore, MD.
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Cheapest Available East Arlington Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Arlington area of Baltimore, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at North Avenue Gateway II priced from $745. Penn Square I has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $797. Here are the most affordable East Arlington 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 |
| Penn Square I | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath A | 1BR,1BA | $797 |
| Ashburton Woods Apartments | One Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Renaissance at Reservoir Hill | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $880 |
| 2210 Roslyn Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $920 |
| Palmer Court | 2/1.00 | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
| 2348 Eutaw Plz | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Walbrook Mill Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Arlington, MD
As of July 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Arlington 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 East Arlington apartment is the Riviera - Two Bedroom Model at The Chateau and The Riviera starting at $1,350 with a $1.13 price per square foot in the Central Baltimore neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Arlington 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 |
| The Chateau and The Riviera | Riviera - Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| 2735 W North Ave, Unit #3 | 2735 W North Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Walbrook Mill Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| Ashburton Woods Apartments | Two Bedroom/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.83 |
| 3003 Presstman St | 3003 Presstman St | 2BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| Whitelock Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Elgin Townhomes | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Renaissance at Reservoir Hill | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Penn Square I | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath A | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Arlington Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Arlington?
The cheapest apartment in East Arlington is North Avenue Gateway II which is listed at $745, while the average apartment in East Arlington costs $2,400.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Arlington?
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 26 regular apartments in East Arlington 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 East Arlington?
Cheap apartments in East Arlington have an average cost of $996 which is $1,404 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Arlington.
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