
Cheap Homes for Rent in Johnson Square Neighborhood of Baltimore, MD from $600 (39 Rentals)
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716 E 23rd St

2317 Barclay St

2317 Barclay St

2424 Brentwood Ave

1729 N Caroline St

1729 N Caroline St

815 N Caroline St

1729 N Caroline St
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1715 E Oliver St

1729 N Caroline St

832 N Eutaw St

1715 E Oliver St

831 E Chase St

2317 Barclay St

1721 Guilford Ave, Unit Room 1

1715 E Oliver St

1524 E Fairmount Ave
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1715 E Oliver St

1125 St Paul St, Unit BASEMENT

1756 E North Ave

1021 N Caroline St

1431 John St, Unit 2R

1431 John St, Unit 3F

1301 St Paul St, Unit 64

1200 N Eden St

226 W Monument St, Unit 1R
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827 N Howard St

920 N Calvert St

124 E Trenton St, Unit 105

1713 E Lafayette Ave

111 N Bethel St

1614 N Caroline St

1628 E 25th St

1301 St Paul St, Unit 84

1301 St Paul St, Unit 82
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1729 St Paul St

1209 N Caroline St, Unit 2

1617 E 25th St
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 | $1,788 | $1,150 | $2,900 |
| Johnson Square 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,773 | $1,275 | $3,200 |
| Johnson Square 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,515 | $1,700 | $5,000 |
| Johnson Square 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,498 | $2,395 | $2,700 |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 39 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 Columbus School Limited Partnership priced from $720. Mulberry at Park has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $739. Here are the most affordable Johnson Square apartments for rent in Baltimore, MD:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus School Limited Partnership | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath J | 1BR,1BA | $720 |
| Mulberry at Park | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $739 |
| 809 Park Ave | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| 1224 St Paul St | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| 221-223 E Preston St | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Avon | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| The Essential | 4BR | 4BR,2BA | $909 |
| Saint Paul Regency | Studio apartment | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| 849 Park Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Queen Esther Apartments | 2 bedroom townhome | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Johnson Square, MD
As of June 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Johnson Square area is the $1.26 price per square foot 30 E Preston St Model at 30 E Preston St, Unit A in the in the Inner Harbor neighborhood starting from $3,790. The second greatest value Johnson Square apartment is the 3bed/3Bath Model at Guilford Row starting at $2,595 with a $1.35 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 E Preston St, Unit A | 30 E Preston St | 5BR,5BA | $1.26 |
| Guilford Row | 3bed/3Bath | 3BR,3.5BA | $1.35 |
| Barclay Greenmount | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| The Brown's Loft | Unit 501 | 2BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| Somerset Court | 3 Bedroom/1 Bath Small | 3BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Ashland Commons | Two-Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| 313 W Madison St, Unit DUPLEX | 313 W Madison St | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| 226 W Monument St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Queen Esther Apartments | 2 bedroom townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Mulberry at Park | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Johnson Square
What type of rentals are currently available in Johnson Square?
There are currently 674 Apartments for Rent in Johnson Square, MD with pricing that ranges from $600 to $5,235. There are also 136 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Johnson Square ranging from $600 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 $600 to $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,912.
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 $739 to $3,496, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,275 to $3,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $909.
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