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843 Hollins St

928 Argonne Dr

710 N Fulton Ave

2838 Washington Blvd

2933 Presstman St

4626 Reisterstown Rd

3106 Sequoia Ave

509 Mosher St

2922 Grantley Ave
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3236 Lohrs Ln, Unit BA

14 Duchess Ct, Unit 14

3506 Lucille Ave, Unit BA

2843 W Garrison Ave

3627 Pulaski Hwy

3247 Magnolia Ave

3419 Mondawmin Ave

2823 Presstman St

1500 Olmstead St

1920 Harlem Ave
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803 Cator Ave

100 N Hilton St

2001 Boone St

1607 Division St

1927 Harlem Ave

716 E 23rd St

833 N Fulton Ave

1211 Poplar Grove St

4115 Fairhaven Ave

837 N Fulton Ave
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427 S Augusta Ave

2103 Belair Rd

3445 Juneway

823 N Woodington Rd

6 S Franklintown Rd

3006 White Ave

1023 Harlem Ave

3806 Harlem Ave

2029 W North Ave

5421 Highridge St
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1228 Glyndon Ave

3908 Claremont St

420 Rosecroft Terrace

529 S Longwood St

1627 N Milton Ave

3523 Edmondson Ave

3220 Brightwood Ave

617 Glenwood Ave

4310 Ridgewood Ave

3832 Cottage Ave
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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 | $1,849 | $650 | $5,500 |
| Baltimore 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,140 | $600 | $6,900 |
| Baltimore 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,622 | $550 | $9,000 |
| Baltimore 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,008 | $550 | $5,000 |
| Baltimore 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,194 | $550 | $5,000 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Baltimore, MD
Pricing Updated: 07/23/2026Current apartment rentals in the Baltimore, MD area range in price from $500 to $14,529 with an overall median price of $2,736. The three Baltimore neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Brooklyn at $550, Upton at $800, and Powder Mill Park at $650. 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 | $1,125 | $550 | 10 |
| Upton | $1,365 | $800 | 13 |
| Powder Mill Park | $1,379 | $650 | 12 |
| Panway | $1,387 | $550 | 35 |
| Jacobsville Bayside Beach | $1,500 | $1,500 | 1 |
| Dolfield | $1,625 | $500 | 42 |
| Northwest Baltimore | $1,625 | $500 | 39 |
| Curtis Bay | $1,630 | $600 | 45 |
| Gwynns Falls Park | $1,655 | $550 | 50 |
| Southwest Baltimore | $1,655 | $550 | 40 |
Cheapest Available Baltimore Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Baltimore, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at Park View at Woodlawn in the Rolling Oaks neighborhood priced from $605. Lansdowne Gardens in the South Baltimore neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $655. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Baltimore apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park View at Woodlawn | One-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $605 |
| Lansdowne Gardens | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $655 |
| Maiden Choice Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $700 |
| Parkside Gardens Apartments and Townhouses | Studio apartment | Studio,1BA | $708 |
| Columbus School Limited Partnership | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath J | 1BR,1BA | $720 |
| Mulberry at Park | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $739 |
| North Avenue Gateway II | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath C | 1BR,1BA | $745 |
| Gardenvillage Apartments & Townhouses | 1 bedroom Junior | 1BR,1BA | $765 |
| Goodnow Hill and Franconia Apartments | 1 bedroom Junior apartment | 1BR,1BA | $780 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Baltimore, MD
As of July 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Baltimore area is the $0.86 price per square foot 7521 Blue Sun Dr Model at 7521 Blue Sun Dr, Unit Basement Studio in the in the Sloop Cove Landing neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Baltimore apartment is the 4833 Belair Rd Model at 4833 Belair Rd, Unit 1-B starting at $1,299 with a $0.72 price per square foot in the Morgan State University 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7521 Blue Sun Dr, Unit Basement Studio | 7521 Blue Sun Dr | Studio ,1BA | $0.86 |
| 4833 Belair Rd, Unit 1-B | 4833 Belair Rd | 3BR,1BA | $0.72 |
| 5023 Queensberry Ave, Unit Senior Shared home | 5023 Queensberry Ave | 4BR,2BA | $0.61 |
| Union Rowe | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Ashburton Woods Apartments | Two Bedroom/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.83 |
| 834 N Carey St, Unit 3 | 834 N Carey St | 1BR,1BA | $0.85 |
| 1720 McCulloh St, Unit 4 | 1720 McCulloh St | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Maiden Choice Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $0.74 |
| Symphony Homes at Purdue | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| 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 2920 Apartments for Rent in Baltimore, MD with pricing that ranges from $500 to $9,491. There are also 1291 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Baltimore ranging from $450 to $9,000.
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 $450 to $9,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,078.
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 $739 to $9,491, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $600 to $6,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $550 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $850.
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