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509 Mosher St

1026 Poplar Grove St

503 N Lakewood Ave

2112 Ramsay St

100 N Hilton St

3704 W Belvedere Ave

3035 Brighton St

427 S Augusta Ave

525 Normandy Ave
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525 Normandy Ave

3113 Presbury St

4310 Ridgewood Ave

3523 Edmondson Ave

1228 Glyndon Ave

1627 N Milton Ave

3831 Doris Ave

1614 E 28th St

4108 Groveland Ave

511 N Pulaski St
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708 N Madeira St

1233 N Luzerne Ave

5118 Gwynn Oak Ave

1642 Lochwood Rd

3412 Gwynns Falls Pkwy

3325 E Monument St

219 Penn St

5421 Highridge St

22 Parkin St

1508 Hazel St
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646 W Conway St

2926 E Fayette St

120 N Rose St

3523 Edmondson Ave

223 N Luzerne Ave

123 Parkin St

1903 Lydonlea Way

1627 N Milton Ave

2732 Reisterstown Rd, Unit 3

1402 Aisquith St
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1715 E Oliver St

1715 E Oliver St, Unit Room 2

3625 Everett St

3507 6th St

815 N Caroline St

1216 W Lafayette Ave, Unit UnitB - Front Bedroom

1913 Ramblewood Rd

1633 N Payson St

205 N Luzerne Ave

709 N Carrollton Ave, Unit 1A
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Baltimore?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baltimore 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,812 | $600 | $3,600 |
| Baltimore 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,209 | $775 | $5,300 |
| Baltimore 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,763 | $750 | $10,000+ |
| Baltimore 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,106 | $700 | $6,750 |
| Baltimore 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,290 | $2,150 | $4,000 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Baltimore, MD
Pricing Updated: 09/07/2026Current apartment rentals in the Baltimore, MD area range in price from $550 to $13,808 with an overall median price of $1,762. The three Baltimore neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Brooklyn at $1,000, Upton at $1,065, and Bridgeview at $1,075. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Baltimore Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brooklyn | $1,000 | $550 | 12 |
| Upton | $1,065 | $650 | 15 |
| Bridgeview | $1,075 | $550 | 58 |
| Panway | $1,135 | $700 | 46 |
| Dolfield | $1,200 | $550 | 36 |
| Northwest Baltimore | $1,200 | $550 | 33 |
| Jacobsville Bayside Beach | $1,200 | $1,200 | 1 |
| Keniworth Park | $1,225 | $800 | 54 |
| Parkside | $1,225 | $550 | 85 |
| Gwynns Falls | $1,233 | $550 | 171 |
Cheapest Available Baltimore Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Baltimore, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at Mary Harvin House in the Inner Harbor neighborhood priced from $575. 837 North Fulton Avenue in the Inner Harbor neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $600. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Baltimore apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mary Harvin House | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath A | 1BR,1BA | $575 |
| 837 North Fulton Avenue | 1BR/0.5BA | 1BR, | $600 |
| Penn Square I | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath C | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
| Park View at Woodlawn | One-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $605 |
| The Hammond at Greenmount Park | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $634 |
| Lansdowne Gardens | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $655 |
| Parkside Gardens Apartments and Townhouses | Studio apartment | Studio,1BA | $695 |
| Maiden Choice Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $700 |
| North Avenue Gateway II | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath C | 1BR,1BA | $745 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Baltimore, MD
As of September 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Baltimore area is the $0.57 price per square foot Three Bedroom Model at Riverfront in the in the South Baltimore neighborhood starting from $1,167. The second greatest value Baltimore apartment is the 1038 S Charles St Model at 1038 S Charles St, Unit 1038 starting at $1,600 with a $0.89 price per square foot in the Inner Harbor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Baltimore apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverfront | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.57 |
| 1038 S Charles St, Unit 1038 | 1038 S Charles St | 2BR,2BA | $0.89 |
| 3001 Lawina Rd, Unit 1 | 3001 Lawina Rd | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| 300 S Gilmor St, Unit 2 | 300 S Gilmor St | 3BR,2BA | $0.95 |
| 834 N Carey St, Unit 3 | 834 N Carey St | 1BR,1BA | $0.85 |
| Maiden Choice Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $0.74 |
| Symphony Homes at Purdue | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| 3306 Auchentoroly Ter, Unit 3 | 3306 Auchentoroly Ter | 2BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| Mary Harvin House | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath A | 1BR,1BA | $0.83 |
| Park View at Woodlawn | One-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.99 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Baltimore?
There are currently 2987 Apartments for Rent in Baltimore, MD with pricing that ranges from $550 to $9,491. There are also 1352 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Baltimore ranging from $550 to $10,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Baltimore?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Baltimore ranges from $550 to $10,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,077.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Baltimore?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Baltimore range from $1,020 to $9,491, 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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