Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Baltimore City Neighborhood of Baltimore, MD from $500 (114 Rentals)

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2572 McCulloh St

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North Baltimore City, Baltimore, MD Local Guide

Cheapest Available North Baltimore City Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Baltimore City 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 $647. Here are the most affordable North Baltimore City apartments for rent in Baltimore, MD:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Penn Square1 bdr1BR,1BA$600
North Avenue Gateway II1 bdr1BR,1BA$647
Wyman Hills0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$875
Ashburton Woods ApartmentsOne Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$895
Peabody Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$950
Walbrook Mill Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$952
Renaissance at Reservoir HillTwo Bedrooms One Bath2BR,1BA$953
Lane Apartments2 BR 1 BATH2BR,1BA$1,030
The Marylander Apartment HomesStudioStudio,1BA$1,050

Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Baltimore City, MD

As of November 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the North Baltimore City area is the $1.25 price per square foot 1723 Bolton St Model at 1723 Bolton St, Unit 1 in the in the Inner Harbor neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value North Baltimore City apartment is the 2920 Auchentoroly Ter Model at 2920 Auchentoroly Ter, Unit A2 starting at $1,800 with a $0.95 price per square foot in the Druid Hill Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Baltimore City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1723 Bolton St, Unit 11723 Bolton St3BR,3BA$1.25
2920 Auchentoroly Ter, Unit A22920 Auchentoroly Ter2BR,1BA$0.95
5023 Queensberry Ave, Unit Shared home5023 Queensberry Ave4BR,2BA$0.61
Renaissance at Reservoir HillTwo Bedrooms One Bath2BR,1BA$0.81
Nine East 33rd4x2 Higher Floor4BR,2BA$1.21
Penn Square2 bdr2BR,1BA$0.80
2215 Brookfield Ave, Unit Spacious one-bedroom2215 Brookfield Ave1BR,1BA$1.19
Ashburton Woods ApartmentsOne Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.02
Walbrook Mill Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.14
North Avenue Gateway II1 bdr1BR,1BA$1.06

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

From the lounge to the laundry room, understand your rights and responsibilities in shared apartment spaces. Get tips on pet rules, noise, and security.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Beyond the Classroom: Discovering Baltimore's Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods

Baltimore Student Housing - Find your perfect rental! Explore top neighborhoods near Baltimore colleges & universities for vibrant student living.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
North Baltimore City, Baltimore, MD

Ranked #102

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

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in cities across the United States, including 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 proximity to parks, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Baltimore City Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in North Baltimore City?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in North Baltimore City is under $1,050.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in North Baltimore City?

The cheapest apartment in North Baltimore City is Penn Square which is listed at $600, while the average apartment in North Baltimore City costs $4,215.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in North Baltimore City?

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 137 regular apartments in North Baltimore City 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 North Baltimore City?

Cheap apartments in North Baltimore City have an average cost of $816 which is $3,399 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in North Baltimore City.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Written by: Sarah Bregel

There are few cities more eclectic and diverse than Baltimore, Maryland. I should know. I've lived in various parts of Baltimore for most of my life.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.