Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Morgan State University Neighborhood of Baltimore, MD from $600 (75 Rentals)

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Cheapest Available Morgan State University Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Morgan State University area of Baltimore, MD is a Studio unit found at Parkside Gardens Apartments and Townhouses priced from $695. Goodnow Hill and Franconia Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $765. Here are the most affordable Morgan State University apartments for rent in Baltimore, MD:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Parkside Gardens Apartments and TownhousesStudio apartmentStudio,1BA$695
Goodnow Hill and Franconia Apartments1 bedroom Junior apartment1BR,1BA$765
Oak Hill TownhomesStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$830
Clare Court2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bathroom2BR,1BA$843
Peabody ApartmentsStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$900
Kensington Gate ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$994
Wellington Gate ApartmentsOne Bedroom Junior1BR,1BA$1,033

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Morgan State University, MD

As of August 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Morgan State University area is the $1.25 price per square foot The Thurmont W/D Model at The Social North Charles® in the in the Mid-Govans neighborhood starting from $1,499. The second greatest value Morgan State University apartment is the 2801 Bauernwood Ave Model at 2801 Bauernwood Ave, Unit First Floor starting at $1,425 with a $1.43 price per square foot in the Morgan State University neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Morgan State University apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Social North Charles®The Thurmont W/D2BR,1BA$1.25
2801 Bauernwood Ave, Unit First Floor2801 Bauernwood Ave2BR,1BA$1.43
Enclave at Mount PleasantNewly Renovated 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.27
4654 York Rd, Unit 34654 York Rd1BR,1BA$1.17
Clare Court2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bathroom2BR,1.5BA$0.98
Pleasantview2 Bed, 1 Bath Townhome2BR,1BA$1.43
4646 York Rd, Unit 54646 York Rd1BR,1BA$1.38
Winston Estates1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.39
1815 E 29th St, Unit 11815 E 29th St1BR,1BA$1.33
4833 Belair Rd, Unit 2-S4833 Belair RdStudio ,1BA$1.42

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Morgan State University, Baltimore, MD

Ranked #201

Among cities in Maryland for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com is proud to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Maryland and customized analysis for Northeast Central Baltimore. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, places that make kids happy, raising pets, transit options, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Morgan State University Neighborhood in Baltimore, MD

Walk Score®

46 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

37 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

58 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Morgan State University Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Morgan State University?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Morgan State University is under $1,033.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Morgan State University?

The cheapest apartment in Morgan State University is Goodnow Hill and Franconia Apartments which is listed at $765, while the average apartment in Morgan State University costs $3,200.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Morgan State University?

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 51 regular apartments in Morgan State University 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 Morgan State University?

Cheap apartments in Morgan State University have an average cost of $493 which is $2,707 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Morgan State University.

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