
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Joseph Lee Neighborhood of Baltimore, MD from $550 (43 Rentals)
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3317 Ravenwood Ave

3627 Pulaski Hwy

2926 E Fayette St

3325 E Monument St

3718 E Lombard St

146 N East Ave

2726 Beryl Ave
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2213 Belair Rd

1136 Steelton Ave

0 N Linwood Ave
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215 S Eaton St

864 S Macon St.

6518 Brown Ave, Unit C4

Boston Crossing

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503 N Lakewood Ave

148 N East Ave

Moravia Park Drive

The Imperial at Conkling

618 N Bouldin St
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113 N Clinton St

Canton Overlook

3914 Erdman Ave

4813 Eastern Ave

3207 Hudson St

Liberty Springs
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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 | $1,914 | $1,350 | $4,534 |
| Joseph Lee 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,063 | $550 | $4,788 |
| Joseph Lee 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,638 | $975 | $4,685 |
| Joseph Lee 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,547 | $1,750 | $5,490 |
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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 Highlandtown Plaza Co-op Apartments 62+ priced from $923. Portside Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,005. Here are the most affordable Joseph Lee apartments for rent in Baltimore, MD:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highlandtown Plaza Co-op Apartments 62+ | Standard | 1BR,1BA | $923 |
| Portside Apartments | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,005 |
| Raven Run Apartments | 1BR - 1BTH JR | 1BR,1BA | $1,020 |
| Orchard Ridge Apartments and Townhomes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,031 |
| Boston Crossing | 1BR/1BA The Catalina | 1BR,1BA | $1,188 |
| The Hamlet Lofts | The Bouldin | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| HOHM | Studio-A1A | Studio,1BA | $1,380 |
| 3200 Fait Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| 923 S East Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,525 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Joseph Lee, MD
As of September 06, 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 446 N Linwood Ave Model at 446 N Linwood Ave, Unit 2 starting at $1,550 with a $1.11 price per square foot in the Inner Harbor 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 |
| 446 N Linwood Ave, Unit 2 | 446 N Linwood Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Orchard Ridge Apartments and Townhomes | 3 Bedrooms 1.5 Baths | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.55 |
| 3200 Fait Ave | 2 Beds, 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.90 |
| 2922 Hudson St, Unit Apt. B | 2922 Hudson St | 2BR,2BA | $1.95 |
| Domain Brewers Hill | Plan B (A1B) | 1BR,1BA | $2.02 |
| The Porter Brewers Hill | B | 1BR,1BA | $2.41 |
| Portside Apartments | 2A | 2BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| Boston Crossing | 1BR/1BA The Catalina | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| Raven Run Apartments | 1BR - 1BTH JR | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
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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 $1,525.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Joseph Lee?
The cheapest apartment in Joseph Lee is Highlandtown Plaza Co-op Apartments 62+ which is listed at $923, while the average apartment in Joseph Lee costs $2,037.
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 10 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 $385 which is $1,652 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Joseph Lee.
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