
Cheap Homes for Rent in Gay Street Neighborhood of Baltimore, MD from $400 (80 Rentals)
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407 N Lakewood Ave, Unit Room 3, Unit Room 3

3445 Juneway

2800 The Alameda

2001 Boone St

4217 Moravia Rd

428 N Lakewood Ave

716 E 23rd St

1763 Montpelier St

428 N Lakewood Ave
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3325 E Monument St

3718 E Lombard St

1233 N Luzerne Ave

888 W Lombard St, Unit Unit B

1607 Division St

12 E Biddle St

428 N Lakewood Ave

331 S Fremont Ave

2322 Aiken St

219 Penn St, Unit 2nd Floor Shared Bathroom, Unit 2nd Floor Shared Bathroom
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219 Penn Street - 2nd Floor + Private Bathroom

737 McHenry St

428 N Lakewood Ave

428 N Lakewood Ave

2926 E Fayette St

646 W Conway St

2800 The Alameda

2123 Sinclair Ln

888 W Lombard St, Unit Unit B

2103 Belair Rd
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1607 Division St

1255 Sargeant St

2878 Harford Rd

1421 S Carey St, Unit C2

815 N Caroline St

902 Gorsuch Ave

1021 W Baltimore St, Unit C

31 N Paca St

127 N Patterson Park Ave

127 N Patterson Park Ave, Unit Appartement Basement, Unit Appartement Basement
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1334 Druid Hill Ave

1619 St Paul St

1721 Guilford Ave, Unit Room 1

110 W Hamburg St

2720 Maryland Ave

517 Mosher St

3606 Chesterfield Ave, Unit 2, Unit 2

148 N E Ave

4201 Shamrock Ave

9 Yogurt Ln
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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 | $1,841 | $924 | $4,000 |
| Gay Street 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,168 | $700 | $8,500 |
| Gay Street 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,614 | $550 | $10,000+ |
| Gay Street 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,812 | $1,900 | $3,980 |
| Gay Street 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,266 | $500 | $3,800 |
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There are currently 80 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 Studio unit found at Oak Hill Townhomes priced from $825. HI-1001 W Lafayette Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $900. Here are the most affordable Gay Street apartments for rent in Baltimore, MD:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Hill Townhomes | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $825 |
| HI-1001 W Lafayette Ave | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| 22 Light | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $915 |
| Highlandtown Plaza Co-op Apartments 62+ | Standard | 1BR,1BA | $923 |
| Saint Paul Regency | Studio apartment | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| Avon | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Printers Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $933 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gay Street, MD
As of April 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Gay Street area is the $1.06 price per square foot 836 Park Ave Model at 836 Park Ave, Unit Unit #A Townhouse in the in the Inner Harbor neighborhood starting from $2,750. The second greatest value Gay Street apartment is the 4 Bedroom / 2 Bathrooms (leased per bedroom) Model at HH Cresmont starting at $1,059 with a $0.66 price per square foot in the Burleith-Leighton 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 836 Park Ave, Unit Unit #A Townhouse | 836 Park Ave | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.06 |
| HH Cresmont | 4 Bedroom / 2 Bathrooms (leased per bedroom) | 4BR,2BA | $0.66 |
| 1034 S Charles St, Unit 1034 | 1034 S Charles St | 2BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| 1017 Hollins St | 1017 Hollins St | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Ashland Commons | Two-Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| 1718 McCulloh St, Unit 1 | 1718 McCulloh St | 1BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| 1716 McCulloh St, Unit 2 | 1716 McCulloh St | Studio ,1BA | $0.88 |
| 1720 McCulloh St, Unit 4 | 1720 McCulloh St | 1BR,1BA | $0.85 |
| Queen Esther Apartments | 2 bedroom townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| HI-1001 W Lafayette Ave | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gay Street
What type of rentals are currently available in Gay Street?
There are currently 1513 Apartments for Rent in Gay Street, MD with pricing that ranges from $600 to $8,968. There are also 508 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Gay Street ranging from $450 to $11,000.
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 $450 to $11,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,942.
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 $1,040 to $5,765, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $700 to $8,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $550 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,059.
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