
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Joseph Lee Neighborhood of Baltimore, MD from $600 (30 Rentals)
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3718 E Lombard St

2926 E Fayette St

146 N East Ave

2726 Beryl Ave

Highlandtown Plaza Co-op Apartments 62+

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527 Oldham St, Unit 2nd Floor
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Raven Run Apartments

3611 Ravenwood Ave

111 S Linwood Ave

Orchard Ridge Apartments and Townhomes

3030 E Monument St

6605 O'Donnell St

263 S Robinson St, Unit Medium Bedroom
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Boston Crossing

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3129 Eastern Ave, Unit Basement

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1500 Edison Hwy, Unit 2

6518 Brown Ave

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6729 Youngstown Ave, Unit C

3535 Lyndale Ave

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The Imperial at Conkling

618 N Bouldin St

Holabird East Apartments

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Liberty Springs

Portside Apartments
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33 Portship Rd
Joseph Lee, Baltimore, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Joseph Lee?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Joseph Lee Studio Apartments | $1,927 | $1,030 | $5,235 |
| Joseph Lee 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,930 | $850 | $4,075 |
| Joseph Lee 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,620 | $1,100 | $8,205 |
| Joseph Lee 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,520 | $1,595 | $4,250 |
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Cheapest Available Joseph Lee Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Joseph Lee area of Baltimore, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at Portside Apartments priced from $683. Highlandtown Plaza Co-op Apartments 62+ has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $923. Here are the most affordable Joseph Lee apartments for rent in Baltimore, MD:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portside Apartments | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $683 |
| Highlandtown Plaza Co-op Apartments 62+ | Standard | 1BR,1BA | $923 |
| Raven Run Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | Classic JR | 1BR,1BA | $945 |
| Orchard Ridge Apartments and Townhomes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,031 |
| Boston Crossing | 1BR/1BA The Sequoia | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Merritt Station Senior Apartments - Ages 62+ | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,235 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Joseph Lee, MD
As of February 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Joseph Lee area is the $2.07 price per square foot The Cosmo Model at O'Donnell Apartments in the in the Southeast Baltimore neighborhood starting from $2,899. The second greatest value Joseph Lee apartment is the 3 Bedrooms 1.5 Baths Model at Orchard Ridge Apartments and Townhomes starting at $1,906 with a $1.55 price per square foot in the Patterson Place neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Joseph Lee apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| O'Donnell Apartments | The Cosmo | 3BR,2BA | $2.07 |
| Orchard Ridge Apartments and Townhomes | 3 Bedrooms 1.5 Baths | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.55 |
| 6729 Youngstown Ave, Unit C | 6729 Youngstown Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Merritt Station Senior Apartments - Ages 62+ | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| 640 S Linwood Ave, Unit Charming Canton Hideaway | 640 S Linwood Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 3129 Eastern Ave, Unit Basement | 3129 Eastern Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Portside Apartments | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Boston Crossing | 1BR/1BA The Barcelona | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| 1500 Edison Hwy, Unit 2 | 1500 Edison Hwy | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| 527 Oldham St, Unit 2nd Floor | 527 Oldham St | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Joseph Lee Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Joseph Lee?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Joseph Lee is under $1,235.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Joseph Lee?
The cheapest apartment in Joseph Lee is Portside Apartments which is listed at $683, while the average apartment in Joseph Lee costs $2,519.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Joseph Lee?
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 6 regular apartments in Joseph Lee 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 Joseph Lee?
Cheap apartments in Joseph Lee have an average cost of $201 which is $2,318 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Joseph Lee.
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