
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northwest Baltimore City Neighborhood of Baltimore, MD from $600 (107 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Northwest Baltimore City area of Baltimore.


2311 Anoka Ave

4626 Reisterstown Rd

4310 Ridgewood Ave

2922 Grantley Ave

3412 Gwynns Falls Pkwy

5118 Gwynn Oak Ave

2848 Edgecombe Cir S

3419 Mondawmin Ave

4108 Groveland Ave
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3419 Mondawmin Ave

5336 Cordelia Ave

4004 Belvieu Ave

3220 Brightwood Ave

3832 Cottage Ave

2922 Grantley Ave

4626 Reisterstown Rd

3010 Virginia Ave

Cold Spring Lane

2311 Anoka Ave
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4310 Ridgewood Ave

Palmer Court

Ashburton Woods Apartments

3900 Garrison Blvd

Bonner Vista Apartments

Milbrook Park Apartments

Haddon Hill Apartments

5446 Narcissus Ave

Green Acres Apartments

Samester Apartments
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4910 Poe Ave

Fordleigh Apartments

Greens At Forest Park Apartments

The Village at Jones Falls

Wabash Manor Apartments

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3609 W Forest Park Ave, Unit #2, Unit #2

3436 Auchentoroly Terrace

Greenlyn Apartments

Hilltop Gardens

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Park Terrace

3904 Penhurst Ave, Unit Penhurst - 2 Bedroom

Falls Village Apartments

4016 N Rogers Ave

3514 Clifton Ave, Unit Clifton Avenue - 2 Bedroom

2536 Loyola Southway

7022 Surrey Dr

Total Monthly Price
5312 Gwynn Oak Ave, Unit Apt. 3, Unit Apt. 3
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Northwest Baltimore City, Baltimore, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Northwest Baltimore City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northwest Baltimore City Studio Apartments | $1,406 | $955 | $1,775 |
| Northwest Baltimore City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,381 | $600 | $2,135 |
| Northwest Baltimore City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,563 | $775 | $3,105 |
| Northwest Baltimore City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,985 | $895 | $3,600 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 107 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Northwest Baltimore City Neighborhood of Baltimore, MD.
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Cheapest Available Northwest Baltimore City Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northwest Baltimore City area of Baltimore, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at The Terraces at Park Heights (Senior 62+) priced from $628. Cold Spring Lane has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $775. Here are the most affordable Northwest Baltimore City apartments for rent in Baltimore, MD:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Terraces at Park Heights (Senior 62+) | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $628 |
| Cold Spring Lane | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $775 |
| Palmer Court | 1/1.00 | 1BR,1BA | $840 |
| Ashburton Woods Apartments | One Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Milbrook Park Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $955 |
| Greenspring Overlook | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $967 |
| Green Acres Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Fordleigh Apartments | The Pimlico | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Ashburton | 1bl | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Wabash Manor Apartments | 2BR/1BA Standard | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northwest Baltimore City, MD
As of April 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northwest Baltimore City area is the $1.00 price per square foot 3404 Alto Rd Model at 3404 Alto Rd, Unit 2nd floor in the in the Burleith-Leighton neighborhood starting from $1,400. The second greatest value Northwest Baltimore City apartment is the 2BR/2BA Renovated Model at The Greenbriar starting at $1,574 with a $1.37 price per square foot in the Cross Country neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northwest Baltimore City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3404 Alto Rd, Unit 2nd floor | 3404 Alto Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| The Greenbriar | 2BR/2BA Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.37 |
| Samester Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.34 |
| Fairway Ridge Apartments and Townhomes | The Fairview | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.37 |
| Elgin Townhomes | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Park Terrace | 1 Bed Condo style | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| 5312 Gwynn Oak Ave, Unit Apt. 3 | 5312 Gwynn Oak Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Ashburton Woods Apartments | One Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| The Terraces at Park Heights (Senior 62+) | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.83 |
| Cold Spring Lane | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northwest Baltimore City Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Northwest Baltimore City Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Northwest Baltimore City Apartment is $628 at The Terraces at Park Heights (Senior 62+).
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Northwest Baltimore City Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Northwest Baltimore City is starting from $775 at Cold Spring Lane.
What is the most affordable Northwest Baltimore City Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Northwest Baltimore City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cold Spring Lane and starts from $895.
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