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property at 216 Homewood Ter

216 Homewood Ter

BaltimoreMD21218

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property at 3023 Oakford Ave

3023 Oakford Ave

BaltimoreMD21215

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property at 2917 Rockrose Ave

2917 Rockrose Ave

BaltimoreMD21215

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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
North Avenue Gateway2 bdr2BR,1BA$833
Wyman Hills0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$849
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

Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Baltimore City, MD

As of October 13, 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
Ashburton3b3BR,1BA$1.27
Penn Square2 bdr2BR,1BA$0.80
North Avenue Gateway2 bdr2BR,1BA$0.88
Ashburton Woods ApartmentsOne Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.02
Walbrook Mill Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.14
North Avenue Gateway II1 bdr1BR,1BA$1.06

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
North Baltimore City, Baltimore, MD

Ranked #116

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about North Baltimore City

What type of rentals are currently available in North Baltimore City?

There are currently 778 Apartments for Rent in North Baltimore City, MD with pricing that ranges from $600 to $4,215. There are also 194 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in North Baltimore City ranging from $550 to $5,850.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in North Baltimore City?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in North Baltimore City ranges from $550 to $5,850 with an average monthly rent of $2,081.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in North Baltimore City?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in North Baltimore City range from $1,025 to $3,505, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,250 to $3,250. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $850 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $850.

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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A Baltimore Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent

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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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.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.