
Cheap Homes for Rent in Johnson Square Neighborhood of Baltimore, MD from $500 (27 Rentals)
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2001 Boone St

12 E Biddle St

2322 Aiken St

2123 Sinclair Ln

815 N Caroline St
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116 W 25th St

831 E Chase St

1209 N Caroline St, Unit 3

1756 E North Ave

2439 Maryland Ave

1824 St Paul St
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1125 St Paul St

2426 St Paul St

810 St Paul St, Unit T2

1118 St Paul St

1034 N Eden St

1200 N Eden St
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1713 E Lafayette Ave

124 E Trenton St, Unit 105

2125 Cliftwood Ave

1502 E Baltimore St

1628 E 25th St

1434 Aisquith St
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908 E Preston St

1617 E 25th St

1 E Chase St, Unit Floor 5
Johnson Square, Baltimore, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Johnson Square?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Johnson Square 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,711 | $1,150 | $2,250 |
| Johnson Square 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,955 | $1,275 | $3,300 |
| Johnson Square 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,557 | $1,800 | $5,000 |
| Johnson Square 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,648 | $2,500 | $2,800 |
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There are currently 27 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 Hampton Court Apartments priced from $900. Saint Paul Regency has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $925. Here are the most affordable Johnson Square apartments for rent in Baltimore, MD:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hampton Court Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Saint Paul Regency | Studio apartment | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| Printers Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $933 |
| Queen Esther Apartments | 2 bedroom townhome | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
| Live 501 | S1A | Studio,1BA | $970 |
| Earl Court | Studio | Studio,1BA | $999 |
| EastView on the Avenue | Three Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $1,040 |
| 107 W Monument St | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| The Apartments at Charles Plaza | Charles Towers Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,057 |
| 1017 Saint Paul St | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,070 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Johnson Square, MD
As of April 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Johnson Square area is the $1.10 price per square foot 836 Park Ave Model at 836 Park Ave, Unit Penthouse w-Roof-Top Deck in the in the Inner Harbor neighborhood starting from $3,250. The second greatest value Johnson Square apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at Calvert Property starting at $1,695 with a $1.26 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 836 Park Ave, Unit Penthouse w-Roof-Top Deck | 836 Park Ave | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.10 |
| Calvert Property | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| Somerset Court | 3 Bedroom/1 Bath Small | 3BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| 19 E Fayette St | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Ashland Commons | Two-Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| 1719 Saint Paul St | 1719 Saint Paul St | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Queen Esther Apartments | 2 bedroom townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Howard Row | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $1.33 |
| Printers Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| EastView on the Avenue | Three Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $1.30 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Johnson Square
What type of rentals are currently available in Johnson Square?
There are currently 676 Apartments for Rent in Johnson Square, MD with pricing that ranges from $800 to $8,165. There are also 130 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Johnson Square ranging from $550 to $5,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Johnson Square?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Johnson Square ranges from $550 to $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,803.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Johnson Square?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Johnson Square range from $1,040 to $3,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,275 to $3,300. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,247.
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