
Cheap Homes for Rent in Baltimore, MD from $500 (416 Rentals)
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2851 W North Ave

2103 Belair Rd

8530 Drumwood Rd

2029 W North Ave

1305 E North Ave

5112 Belair Rd
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3704 W Belvedere Ave

4310 Ridgewood Ave

2933 Presstman St

3523 Edmondson Ave

3419 Mondawmin Ave

4626 Reisterstown Rd

3908 Claremont St

100 N Hilton St

823 N Woodington Rd
The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour
Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.

3010 Virginia Ave

3445 Juneway

2838 Washington Blvd

511 Beaumont Ave

833 N Fulton Ave

837 N Fulton Ave

511 N Pulaski St

407 N Lakewood Ave

1614 E 28th St, Unit I

2922 Grantley Ave

408 Bonsal St

6504 Armstrong Ave
Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs
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2020 W North Ave

2500 Calverton Heights Ave

219 Penn St, Unit 2nd Floor Shared Bathroom

219 Penn Street - 2nd Floor + Private Bathroom

4108 Groveland Ave

3832 Cottage Ave

16 S Washington St

1903 Lydonlea Way
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1334 Druid Hill Ave

511 S Bond St

3220 Brightwood Ave

3009 Federal St

529 S Longwood St

1255 Sargeant St

6 S Franklintown Rd

300 Woodbourne Ave

400 Normandy Ave

300 Marydell Rd

400 Mt Holly St
Baltimore's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
Learn about Baltimore and the best places to live with original content written by our Local Expert Sarah Bregel

407 N Lakewood Ave
Baltimore, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Baltimore?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Baltimore 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,761 | $850 | $3,600 |
Baltimore 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,154 | $700 | $8,000 |
Baltimore 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,549 | $700 | $6,600 |
Baltimore 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,152 | $1,699 | $5,995 |
Baltimore 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,516 | $2,150 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Baltimore, MD
Pricing Updated: 06/24/2025Current apartment rentals in the Baltimore, MD area range in price from $360 to $14,926 with an overall median price of $2,648. The three Baltimore neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Powder Mill Park at $600, Southwest Baltimore at $583, and Gwynns Falls Park at $500. 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 |
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Powder Mill Park | $1,384 | $600 | 12 |
Southwest Baltimore | $1,590 | $583 | 39 |
Gwynns Falls Park | $1,595 | $500 | 65 |
Morrell Park | $1,595 | $583 | 165 |
Oaklee | $1,597 | $583 | 131 |
Coppin Heights | $1,599 | $500 | 248 |
Irvington | $1,623 | $583 | 139 |
Shipley Hill | $1,623 | $500 | 235 |
Yale Heights | $1,623 | $583 | 123 |
Gwynns Falls | $1,647 | $500 | 141 |
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. Uplands in the Violetville neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $583. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Baltimore apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Mary Harvin House | 1 bdr | 1BR,1BA | $575 |
Uplands | Phase 2 - 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $583 |
Penn Square | 1 bdr | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
Parkside Gardens Apartments and Townhouses | Studio apartment | Studio,1BA | $656 |
Columbus School | 1 bdr | 1BR,1BA | $662 |
Portside Apartments | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $683 |
St Paul St 817 | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $745 |
North Avenue Gateway II | 2 bdr | 2BR,1BA | $751 |
Gardenvillage Apartments & Townhouses | 1 bedroom Junior | 1BR,1BA | $751 |
North Avenue Gateway | 1 bdr | 1BR,1BA | $767 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Baltimore, MD
As of June 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Baltimore area is the $0.67 price per square foot 4217 Audrey Ave Model at 4217 Audrey Ave, Unit 1 in the in the South Baltimore neighborhood starting from $999. The second greatest value Baltimore apartment is the Camden Model at 500 W - Located on the UMB Campus! starting at $1,220 with a $0.84 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. |
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4217 Audrey Ave, Unit 1 | 4217 Audrey Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.67 |
500 W - Located on the UMB Campus! | Camden | 4BR,2BA | $0.84 |
2254 Annapolis Rd, Unit 2 | 2254 Annapolis Rd | 1BR,1BA | $0.67 |
Renaissance at Reservoir Hill | Two Bedrooms One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.81 |
832 N Carey St, Unit 2 | 832 N Carey St | 1BR,1BA | $0.88 |
834 N Carey St, Unit 3 | 834 N Carey St | 1BR,1BA | $0.85 |
North Avenue Gateway II | 2 bdr | 2BR,1BA | $0.75 |
Penn Square | 2 bdr | 2BR,1BA | $0.80 |
Columbus School | 1 bdr | 1BR,1BA | $0.84 |
Mary Harvin House | 1 bdr | 1BR,1BA | $0.83 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Baltimore
What type of rentals are currently available in Baltimore?
There are currently 2873 Apartments for Rent in Baltimore, MD with pricing that ranges from $500 to $9,450. There are also 1182 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Baltimore ranging from $575 to $35,000.
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 $575 to $35,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,843.
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 $650 to $7,050, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $700 to $8,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $600.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

A Baltimore Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent
Written by: Sarah Bregel
There are few cities more eclectic and diverse than Baltimore, Maryland. I should know. I've lived in various parts of Baltimore for most of my life.

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls
Written by: Cheryl Bowman
A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour
Written by: Marie Brown
You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.