
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Fairmount Neighborhood of Baltimore, MD from $500 (29 Rentals)
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2311 Anoka Ave

2933 Presstman St

6 S Franklintown Rd

Midtown at Coppin Heights

837 N Fulton Ave

2003 Hollins St
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1706 N Bentalou St

3509 Edmondson Ave

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4016 Edgewood Rd

1105 Walnut Ave
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Fairmount, Baltimore, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fairmount?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairmount Studio Apartments | $1,032 | $800 | $1,350 |
| Fairmount 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,103 | $533 | $2,495 |
| Fairmount 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,390 | $697 | $2,400 |
| Fairmount 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,653 | $848 | $1,979 |
| Fairmount 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,682 | $1,565 | $1,800 |
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Cheapest Available Fairmount Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Fairmount area of Baltimore, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at Greens at Irvington Mews 2 priced from $533. Penn Square has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $600. Here are the most affordable Fairmount apartments for rent in Baltimore, MD:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greens at Irvington Mews 2 | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $533 |
| Penn Square | 1 bdr | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
| North Avenue Gateway II | 1 bdr | 1BR,1BA | $647 |
| Midtown at Coppin Heights | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $697 |
| Ashburton Woods Apartments | One Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Stone Hills | 1BR 1BA(465) | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Walbrook Mill Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $952 |
| Nottingham Gardens | Large One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Rock Glen Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairmount, MD
As of October 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fairmount area is the $0.95 price per square foot 2920 Auchentoroly Ter Model at 2920 Auchentoroly Ter, Unit A2 in the in the Druid Hill Park neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Fairmount apartment is the The Axis Model at Northwest Townhomes starting at $1,280 with a $1.27 price per square foot in the Burleith-Leighton neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fairmount apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2920 Auchentoroly Ter, Unit A2 | 2920 Auchentoroly Ter | 2BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| Northwest Townhomes | The Axis | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| 4724 Frederick Ave, Unit 1 | 4724 Frederick Ave | Studio ,1BA | $1.35 |
| 3823 Park Heights Ave, Unit A | 3823 Park Heights Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Penn Square | 2 bdr | 2BR,1BA | $0.80 |
| Ashburton Woods Apartments | One Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| 2302 Whittier Ave, Unit 1 | 2302 Whittier Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Walbrook Mill Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Midtown at Coppin Heights | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| North Avenue Gateway II | 1 bdr | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleFairmount, Baltimore, MD
Ranked #268
Among cities in Maryland for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Fairmount Neighborhood in Baltimore, MD
Walk Score®
58 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
46 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
59 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
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 Fairmount Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Fairmount?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Fairmount is under $1,025.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Fairmount?
The cheapest apartment in Fairmount is Greens at Irvington Mews 2 which is listed at $533, while the average apartment in Fairmount costs $1,775.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Fairmount?
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 27 regular apartments in Fairmount 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 Fairmount?
Cheap apartments in Fairmount have an average cost of $321 which is $1,454 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fairmount.
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