
Cheap Homes for Rent in the Gay Street Neighborhood of Baltimore, MD from $550 (87 Rentals)
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509 Mosher St

503 N Lakewood Ave

1614 E 28th St

1627 N Milton Ave

708 N Madeira St

1233 N Luzerne Ave

3325 E Monument St

219 Penn St

22 Parkin St
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2926 E Fayette St

646 W Conway St

1627 N Milton Ave

123 Parkin St

223 N Luzerne Ave

120 N Rose St

1715 E Oliver St

1715 E Oliver St, Unit Room 2

1402 Aisquith St

205 N Luzerne Ave
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815 N Caroline St

2001 Boone St

820 N Lakewood Ave

1618 E Biddle St

219 Penn Street - 2nd Floor + Private Bathroom

110 W Hamburg St

148 N East Ave

2709 Federal St

3405 LL Front

3405 LL Back of House
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628 Portland St

1102 Carroll St

53 N Luzerne Ave

3030 E Monument St

620 Montpelier St

1037 W Baltimore St, Unit Studio- Apt D

1732 Gough St

923 Ramsay St

500 N Lakewood Ave

3708 Erdman Ave
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207 Roundhouse Ct, Unit Bedroom 1

110 W Hamburg St

416 E Gittings St.

843 Hollins St

255 W Lombard St

0 N Linwood Ave

108 W North Ave

4158 Eierman Ave

810 St Paul St, Unit 205

1222 Sargeant St
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Gay Street, Baltimore, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Gay Street?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gay Street 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,938 | $750 | $3,600 |
| Gay Street 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,165 | $775 | $5,300 |
| Gay Street 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,935 | $750 | $10,000+ |
| Gay Street 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,764 | $1,850 | $6,000 |
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There are currently 87 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Gay Street Neighborhood of Baltimore, MD.
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Cheapest Available Gay Street Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Gay Street area of Baltimore, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at Mary Harvin House priced from $575. The Hammond at Greenmount Park has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $634. Here are the most affordable Gay Street apartments for rent in Baltimore, MD:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mary Harvin House | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath A | 1BR,1BA | $575 |
| The Hammond at Greenmount Park | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $634 |
| Oak Hill Townhomes | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Campus Square | Studio | Studio,1BA | $890 |
| 2629 N Charles St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| 808 N Calvert St | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| The Essential | 4BR | 4BR,2BA | $909 |
| Highlandtown Plaza Co-op Apartments 62+ | Standard | 1BR,1BA | $923 |
| 1621 Park Ave. | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| Saint Paul Regency | Studio apartment | Studio,1BA | $925 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gay Street, MD
As of September 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Gay Street area is the $0.40 price per square foot 0BR/1.0BA Model at 3007 N Calvert St in the in the Morgan State University neighborhood starting from $950. The second greatest value Gay Street apartment is the 33 W North Ave Model at 33 W North Ave starting at $2,200 with a $1.10 price per square foot in the Inner Harbor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Gay Street apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3007 N Calvert St | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $0.40 |
| 33 W North Ave | 33 W North Ave | 3BR,3BA | $1.10 |
| 1038 S Charles St, Unit 1038 | 1038 S Charles St | 2BR,2BA | $0.89 |
| The Brown's Loft | Unit 401 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.04 |
| 446 N Linwood Ave, Unit 2 | 446 N Linwood Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Somerset Court | 2 Bedroom/1 Bath Large | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| 1017 Hollins St | 1017 Hollins St | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| 1720 McCulloh St, Unit 4 | 1720 McCulloh St | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Printers Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Mary Harvin House | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath A | 1BR,1BA | $0.83 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gay Street
What type of rentals are currently available in Gay Street?
There are currently 1526 Apartments for Rent in Gay Street, MD with pricing that ranges from $550 to $8,735. There are also 535 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Gay Street ranging from $550 to $10,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Gay Street?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Gay Street ranges from $550 to $10,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,017.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Gay Street?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Gay Street range from $1,105 to $5,895, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $775 to $5,300. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $750 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $909.
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