2509 N Charles St
BaltimoreMD21218
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Johnson Square Neighborhood of Baltimore, MD from $500 (79 Rentals)
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St Paul St 817
817 St Paul StBaltimore, MD 21202
817 St Paul St
BaltimoreMD21202
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1602 N Broadway
BaltimoreMD21213
1602 N Broadway
BaltimoreMD21213
832 N Eutaw St
BaltimoreMD21201
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838 Park AveBaltimore, MD 21201
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Cathedral St 300
300 Cathedral StBaltimore, MD 21201
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2018 N Charles St
BaltimoreMD21218
1005 N Charles St
BaltimoreMD21201
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Vivo Living Baltimore
101 W Fayette StBaltimore, MD 21201
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The Tobee - Cathedral St 311
311 Cathedral StBaltimore, MD 21201
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Hampton Court Apartments
307-311 Dolphin StBaltimore, MD 21217
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816 E Baltimore StBaltimore, MD 21202
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St James Place
301 W Franklin StBaltimore, MD 21201
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Saint Paul Regency
1010 Saint Paul StBaltimore, MD 21202
1604 LOCHWOOD Rd
BaltimoreMD21052
1025 CATHEDRAL St
BaltimoreMD21201
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2445 N Calvert St
BaltimoreMD21218
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28 E Mount Vernon Pl
28 E Mount Vernon PlBaltimore, MD 21202
832 N Eutaw St
BaltimoreMD21201
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1705 N Calvert St, Unit 1B
1705 N Calvert StBaltimore, MD 21202
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Mulberry at Park
211 W Mulberry StBaltimore, MD 21201
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Mount Vernon Apartments
1301 St Paul StBaltimore, MD 21202
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330 N Charles St
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Chapel Green Apartments
1008 N Washington StBaltimore, MD 21205
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611 Park Avenue
611 Park AveBaltimore, MD 21201
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20 E Franklin StBaltimore, MD 21202
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8 N Howard StBaltimore, MD 21201
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Johnson Square, Baltimore, MD Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Johnson Square?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| Johnson Square Studio Apartments | $1,285 | $740 | $2,319 |
| Johnson Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,583 | $750 | $3,333 |
| Johnson Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,963 | $895 | $6,230 |
| Johnson Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,822 | $1,100 | $3,044 |
| Johnson Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,323 | $1,175 | $2,700 |
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There are currently 79 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Johnson Square Neighborhood of Baltimore, MD.
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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 $575. Columbus School has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $662. Here are the most affordable Johnson Square apartments for rent in Baltimore, MD:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mary Harvin House | 1 bdr | 1BR,1BA | $575 |
| Columbus School | 1 bdr | 1BR,1BA | $662 |
| St Paul St 817 | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $745 |
| Cathedral St 300 | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $849 |
| Avon | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Vivo Living Baltimore | The Petite Studio | Studio,1BA | $886 |
| The Tobee - Cathedral St 311 | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $895 |
| Hampton Court Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Saint Paul Regency | Studio apartment | Studio,1BA | $925 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Johnson Square, MD
As of June 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Johnson Square area is the $1.18 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Model at The Railway Express Loft Apartments in the in the Inner Harbor neighborhood starting from $2,250. The second greatest value Johnson Square 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 Johnson Square apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| The Railway Express Loft Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2.5 Bath | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.18 |
| 500 W - Located on the UMB Campus! | Camden | 4BR,2BA | $0.84 |
| 2300 N. Calvert St | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| 10-16 E Chase St | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.20 |
| Guardian House | 1 Bed/1 Bath - F | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Chapel Green Apartments | The Crape Myrtle | 2BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| 816 E Baltimore St, Unit 2 | 816 E Baltimore St | Studio ,1BA | $1.13 |
| Columbus School | 1 bdr | 1BR,1BA | $0.84 |
| The Tobee - Cathedral St 311 | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Mary Harvin House | 1 bdr | 1BR,1BA | $0.83 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Johnson Square Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Johnson Square?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Johnson Square is under $925.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Johnson Square?
The cheapest apartment in Johnson Square is Mary Harvin House which is listed at $575, while the average apartment in Johnson Square costs $1,807.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Johnson Square?
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 135 regular apartments in Johnson Square 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 Johnson Square?
Cheap apartments in Johnson Square have an average cost of $679 which is $1,128 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Johnson Square.
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.
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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.