Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Johnson Square Neighborhood of Baltimore, MD from $500 (71 Rentals)

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Mary Harvin House
1 Bedroom Apartments

Mary Harvin House

1600 N Chester StBaltimore, MD 21213
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Avon
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Avon

6 E Read StBaltimore, MD 21202
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Lanvale Towers
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Lanvale Towers

1300 E Lanvale StBaltimore, MD 21213
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Columbus School
1 Bedroom Apartments

Columbus School

2000 E North AveBaltimore, MD 21213
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Mulberry Court
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mulberry Court

401 N Eutaw StBaltimore, MD 21201
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Barclay Greenmount
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Barclay Greenmount

1734 Guilford AveBaltimore, MD 21202
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Lillian Jones Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Lillian Jones Apartments

1303 Greenmount AveBaltimore, MD 21202
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East of Eager
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

East of Eager

7 E Eager StBaltimore, MD 21202

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15 E Eager Street
Studio Apartments

15 E Eager Street

15 E Eager StBaltimore, MD 21202
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Albemarle Square
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Albemarle Square

120 S Central AveBaltimore, MD 21202
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Flats of Saint Paul
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Flats of Saint Paul

906 St Paul StBaltimore, MD 21202
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Mount Vernon Residences
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mount Vernon Residences

10 E Biddle StBaltimore, MD 21202
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912 Saint Paul St
2 Bedroom Apartments

912 Saint Paul St

912 Saint Paul StBaltimore, MD 21202

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The Charles
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Charles

330 N Charles StBaltimore, MD 21201
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Johnson Square, Baltimore, MD Local Guide

Cheapest Available Johnson Square Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Johnson Square area of Baltimore, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at Mary Harvin House priced from $563. Avon has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $675. Here are the most affordable Johnson Square apartments for rent in Baltimore, MD:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Mary Harvin House1 bdr1BR,1BA$563
Avon0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BA$675
Columbus School1 bdr1BR,1BA$720
EastView on the AvenueOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$880
Vivo Living BaltimoreThe Petite StudioStudio,1BA$888
Hampton Court ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$900
Saint Paul RegencyStudio apartmentStudio,1BA$925
Printers Square Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$933
St Paul St 8171BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$999
Mulberry at ParkOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,009

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Johnson Square, MD

As of August 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Johnson Square area is the $0.96 price per square foot 30 E Preston St Model at 30 E Preston St, Unit B in the in the Inner Harbor neighborhood starting from $2,790. The second greatest value Johnson Square apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Model at The Railway Express Loft Apartments starting at $2,250 with a $1.18 price per square foot in the Inner Harbor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Johnson Square apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
30 E Preston St, Unit B30 E Preston St3BR,3BA$0.96
The Railway Express Loft Apartments2 Bedroom 2.5 Bath2BR,2.5BA$1.18
Prosper On FayetteThe Belvedere4BR,4BA$0.88
Calvert Property1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.00
1205 St Paul St, Unit #41205 St Paul St3BR,1BA$1.08
Ashland CommonsTwo-Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.14
10-16 E Chase StStudioStudio ,1BA$1.20
Printers Square Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.16
Columbus School1 bdr1BR,1BA$0.92
Mary Harvin House1 bdr1BR,1BA$0.81

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Johnson Square, Baltimore, MD

Ranked #62

Among cities in Maryland for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in areas across the United States, including Baltimore. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, multifamily communities for the kids, raising pets, transit options, and more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Johnson Square Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Johnson Square?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Johnson Square is at Avon listed at $675.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Johnson Square Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Johnson Square Apartment is $563 at Mary Harvin House.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Johnson Square Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Johnson Square is starting from $1,050 at Hampton Court Apartments.

What is the most affordable Johnson Square Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Johnson Square Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Franklin Lofts & Flats and starts from $1,100.

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