
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mondawmin Neighborhood of Baltimore, MD from $400 (159 Rentals)
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837 N Fulton Ave

2933 Presstman St

2501 Linden Ave

The Tobee - Cathedral St 311 (19 W. Mulberry)

2311 Anoka Ave

6 S Franklintown Rd

2003 Hollins St

Mt. Vernon Properties

Dolfield Townhomes
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The Lyn

1720 McCulloh St, Unit 4

834 N Carey St, Unit 3

3320 Auchentoroly Terrace

3831 Derby Manor Dr

1706 N Bentalou St

Renaissance at Reservoir Hill

Saint Paul Courts

3509 Edmondson Ave

Wyman Hills
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4016 Edgewood Rd

3506 Beech Ave

Hampton Court Apartments

Cathedral St 300

Westview on the Avenue

2939 St Paul St

Vivo Living Baltimore

2202 Maryland Ave

Bonner Vista Apartments

St James Place
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Live 501

Ashburton Woods Apartments

Midtown at Coppin Heights

Linden Park Apartments (Seniors 62+)

1012 W Lafayette Ave, Unit 2F

Elgin Townhomes

2136 N Fulton Ave

2572 McCulloh St

869 Hollins St

3900 Garrison Blvd
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1432 N Fulton Ave

1523 W Lexington St

1507 Edmondson Ave

Mulberry at Park

Walbrook Mill Apartments

910 Edmondson Ave

3320 Auchentoroly Terrace

2202 N Charles St

105 W 39th St

300 W. Fayette Street
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Mondawmin, Baltimore, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mondawmin?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mondawmin Studio Apartments | $1,387 | $600 | $3,100 |
| Mondawmin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,599 | $600 | $3,382 |
| Mondawmin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,857 | $950 | $4,540 |
| Mondawmin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,594 | $1,025 | $4,438 |
| Mondawmin 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,398 | $925 | $3,130 |
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There are currently 159 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Mondawmin Neighborhood of Baltimore, MD.
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Cheapest Available Mondawmin Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mondawmin area of Baltimore, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at Penn Square priced from $600. North Avenue Gateway II has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $745. Here are the most affordable Mondawmin apartments for rent in Baltimore, MD:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penn Square | 1 bdr | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
| North Avenue Gateway II | 1 bdr | 1BR,1BA | $745 |
| North Avenue Gateway | 2 bdr | 2BR,1BA | $749 |
| Renaissance at Reservoir Hill | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $880 |
| Wyman Hills | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| Hampton Court Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Vivo Living Baltimore | PETITES - The Petite Studio - S | Studio,1BA | $939 |
| Peabody Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mondawmin, MD
As of January 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mondawmin area is the $1.03 price per square foot 836 Park Ave Model at 836 Park Ave, Unit Unit #A in the in the Inner Harbor neighborhood starting from $3,050. The second greatest value Mondawmin apartment is the 2026 Druid Hill Ave Model at 2026 Druid Hill Ave, Unit Unit 2 starting at $1,950 with a $0.85 price per square foot in the Inner Harbor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mondawmin apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 836 Park Ave, Unit Unit #A | 836 Park Ave | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.03 |
| 2026 Druid Hill Ave, Unit Unit 2 | 2026 Druid Hill Ave | 3BR,3BA | $0.85 |
| 1017 Hollins St, Unit Apt 1...1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1017 Hollins St | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| The Chateau and The Riviera | Riviera - Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| 2735 W North Ave, Unit #2 | 2735 W North Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Ashburton Woods Apartments | Two Bedroom/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| North Avenue Gateway | 2 bdr | 2BR,1BA | $0.75 |
| 1720 McCulloh St, Unit 4 | 1720 McCulloh St | 1BR,1BA | $0.85 |
| 834 N Carey St, Unit 3 | 834 N Carey St | 1BR,1BA | $0.85 |
| Penn Square | 2 bdr | 2BR,1BA | $0.80 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
Our team of engineers and researchers compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across Maryland including Mondawmin, Baltimore, and the greater Baltimore area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mondawmin Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Mondawmin?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Mondawmin is under $950.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Mondawmin?
The cheapest apartment in Mondawmin is Penn Square which is listed at $600, while the average apartment in Mondawmin costs $1,660.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Mondawmin?
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 408 regular apartments in Mondawmin 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 Mondawmin?
Cheap apartments in Mondawmin have an average cost of $990 which is $670 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Mondawmin.
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