
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Guilford Neighborhood of Baltimore, MD from $600 (162 Rentals)
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928 Argonne Dr

5324 Ready Ave

2001 Boone St

1763 Montpelier St

716 E 23rd St

2501 Linden Ave

1212 Sherwood Ave

2322 Aiken St

1642 Lochwood Rd
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1012 E 36th St, Unit 3

2207 Whittier Ave

2800 The Alameda

2123 Sinclair Ln

507 E Cold Spring Ln

2103 Belair Rd

617 Glenwood Ave

6106 Maylane Dr

2843 Woodbrook Ave, Unit Suite 2

507 E Cold Spring Ln
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Oak Hill Townhomes

902 Gorsuch Ave

3939 Roland Ave

Renaissance at Reservoir Hill

Saint Paul Courts

2018 N Charles St

Maplewood Apartments

Winston Estates

2811 N Calvert St

2537 Madison Ave
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Hillen & Belvedere

2572 McCulloh St

1511 Woodbourne Ave

Yorkewood Apartments

1511 Woodbourne Ave

The Marylander Apartment Homes

Winston Apartments

The Falls at Roland Park

Lochwood Apartments

3221 The Alameda
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116 W 25th St

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4654 York Rd, Unit 2

Wyman Towers

2202 N Charles St

3320 Auchentoroly Terrace

Ednor Apartments I

Kensington Gate Apartments

3308 Auchentoroly Terrace

3436 Auchentoroly Terrace

2449 Barclay St
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Guilford, Baltimore, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Guilford?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Guilford Studio Apartments | $1,302 | $825 | $2,693 |
| Guilford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,634 | $750 | $3,114 |
| Guilford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,834 | $953 | $4,142 |
| Guilford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,921 | $1,089 | $3,600 |
| Guilford 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,364 | $1,059 | $3,600 |
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There are currently 162 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Guilford Neighborhood of Baltimore, MD.
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Cheapest Available Guilford Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Guilford area of Baltimore, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at Penn Square I priced from $797. Oak Hill Townhomes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $825. Here are the most affordable Guilford apartments for rent in Baltimore, MD:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penn Square I | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath A | 1BR,1BA | $797 |
| Oak Hill Townhomes | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $825 |
| Renaissance at Reservoir Hill | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $880 |
| Peabody Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Winston Estates | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Yorkewood Apartments | The Squire | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| The Marylander Apartment Homes | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,025 |
| Winston Apartments | Studio 1 Bath - The Alameda | Studio,1BA | $1,029 |
| Wyman Towers | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Guilford, MD
As of April 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Guilford area is the $0.66 price per square foot 4 Bedroom / 2 Bathrooms (leased per bedroom) Model at HH Cresmont in the in the Burleith-Leighton neighborhood starting from $1,059. The second greatest value Guilford apartment is the Riviera - Two Bedroom Model at The Chateau and The Riviera starting at $1,350 with a $1.13 price per square foot in the Central Baltimore neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Guilford apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| HH Cresmont | 4 Bedroom / 2 Bathrooms (leased per bedroom) | 4BR,2BA | $0.66 |
| The Chateau and The Riviera | Riviera - Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| 803 Druid Park Lake Dr, Unit B | 803 Druid Park Lake Dr | 2BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| Whitelock Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| 4608 York Rd, Unit 2 | 4608 York Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| 1544 Oakridge Rd, Unit 1 | 1544 Oakridge Rd | Studio ,1BA | $1.32 |
| 4654 York Rd, Unit 2 | 4654 York Rd | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Winston Estates | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Renaissance at Reservoir Hill | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Penn Square I | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath A | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleGuilford, Baltimore, MD
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Among cities in Maryland for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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3.5Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Guilford, Baltimore, and the greater Baltimore area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and outdoor amenities like tennis courts, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places to raise kids, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Guilford Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Guilford?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Guilford is under $1,050.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Guilford?
The cheapest apartment in Guilford is Penn Square I which is listed at $797, while the average apartment in Guilford costs $4,250.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Guilford?
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 158 regular apartments in Guilford 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 Guilford?
Cheap apartments in Guilford have an average cost of $1,164 which is $3,086 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Guilford.
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