
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Fort Howard Neighborhood of Baltimore, MD from $700 (13 Rentals)
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Fort Howard, Baltimore, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fort Howard?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Howard Studio Apartments | $826 | $785 | $910 |
| Fort Howard 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,151 | $800 | $2,050 |
| Fort Howard 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,370 | $900 | $3,041 |
| Fort Howard 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,345 | $1,020 | $5,189 |
| Fort Howard 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,180 | $2,000 | $2,400 |
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Cheapest Available Fort Howard Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Fort Howard area of Baltimore, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at Foundry by the Park priced from $975. Merritt Station Senior Apartments - Ages 62+ has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $987. Here are the most affordable Fort Howard apartments for rent in Baltimore, MD:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foundry by the Park | Liberty | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Merritt Station Senior Apartments - Ages 62+ | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $987 |
| Charlesmont Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 629 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,035 |
| Day Village Townhomes | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,220 |
| Dunlea Apartments | 2BR/1BA Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fort Howard, MD
As of July 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fort Howard area is the $1.50 price per square foot 3Bedroom 2Bathroom Model at Key Landing in the in the Dundalk neighborhood starting from $1,651. The second greatest value Fort Howard apartment is the 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Day Village Townhomes starting at $1,656 with a $1.79 price per square foot in the Dundalk neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fort Howard apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Key Landing | 3Bedroom 2Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| Day Village Townhomes | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.79 |
| Dunlea Apartments | 2BR/1BA Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Merritt Station Senior Apartments - Ages 62+ | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Foundry by the Park | Liberty | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Charlesmont Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 629 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
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Best Local Schools in Fort Howard, Baltimore, MD
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fort Howard Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Fort Howard?
The cheapest apartment in Fort Howard is Foundry by the Park which is listed at $975, while the average apartment in Fort Howard costs $2,250.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Fort Howard?
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 1 regular apartments in Fort Howard that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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