
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Arlington Neighborhood of Baltimore, MD from $600 (140 Rentals)
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2311 Anoka Ave

2933 Presstman St

3412 Gwynns Falls Pkwy

4626 Reisterstown Rd

2501 Linden Ave

3113 Presbury St

4310 Ridgewood Ave

2922 Grantley Ave

3419 Mondawmin Ave
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4108 Groveland Ave

3419 Mondawmin Ave

5118 Gwynn Oak Ave

2848 Edgecombe Cir S

3220 Brightwood Ave

4004 Belvieu Ave

2817 Presstman St

5336 Cordelia Ave

1211 Poplar Grove St

3832 Cottage Ave
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2922 Grantley Ave

1211 Poplar Grove St

2207 Whittier Ave

3010 Virginia Ave

2933 Presstman St

4626 Reisterstown Rd

2843 Woodbrook Ave, Unit Suite 2, Unit Suite 2

Cold Spring Lane

4310 Ridgewood Ave

2311 Anoka Ave
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1633 N Payson St

Palmer Court

3939 Roland Ave

Ashburton Woods Apartments

Renaissance at Reservoir Hill

Westview on the Avenue

3900 Garrison Blvd

Bonner Vista Apartments

2537 Madison Ave

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3723 Nortonia Rd

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2572 McCulloh St

1432 N Fulton Ave

Walbrook Mill Apartments

5446 Narcissus Ave

4910 Poe Ave

3320 Auchentoroly Terrace, Unit 3

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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 | $1,563 | $1,105 | $1,915 |
| East Arlington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,330 | $600 | $2,800 |
| East Arlington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,456 | $775 | $3,105 |
| East Arlington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,779 | $895 | $3,600 |
| East Arlington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,005 | $1,565 | $2,446 |
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There are currently 140 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 The Terraces at Park Heights (Senior 62+) priced from $628. North Avenue Gateway II has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $745. Here are the most affordable East Arlington apartments for rent in Baltimore, MD:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Terraces at Park Heights (Senior 62+) | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $628 |
| North Avenue Gateway II | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath C | 1BR,1BA | $745 |
| Cold Spring Lane | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $775 |
| Penn Square I | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath A | 1BR,1BA | $797 |
| Palmer Court | 1/1.00 | 1BR,1BA | $840 |
| Ashburton Woods Apartments | One Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Renaissance at Reservoir Hill | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $880 |
| Greenspring Overlook | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $967 |
| Midtown at Coppin Heights | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Arlington, MD
As of April 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Arlington area is the $0.85 price per square foot 2026 Druid Hill Ave Model at 2026 Druid Hill Ave, Unit 2 in the in the Inner Harbor neighborhood starting from $1,950. The second greatest value East Arlington apartment is the 3404 Alto Rd Model at 3404 Alto Rd, Unit 2nd floor starting at $1,400 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Burleith-Leighton 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Druid Hill Ave, Unit 2 | 2026 Druid Hill Ave | 3BR,3BA | $0.85 |
| 3404 Alto Rd, Unit 2nd floor | 3404 Alto Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| The Chateau and The Riviera | Riviera - Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Whitelock Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Elgin Townhomes | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Ashburton Woods Apartments | One Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Midtown at Coppin Heights | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Renaissance at Reservoir Hill | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| The Terraces at Park Heights (Senior 62+) | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.83 |
| Penn Square I | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath A | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Arlington Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in East Arlington?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East Arlington is under $995.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Arlington?
The cheapest apartment in East Arlington is The Terraces at Park Heights (Senior 62+) which is listed at $628, while the average apartment in East Arlington costs $2,005.
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 61 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 $850 which is $1,155 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Arlington.
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