
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northwest Baltimore Neighborhood of Baltimore, MD from $600 (33 Rentals)
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4310 Ridgewood Ave

4626 Reisterstown Rd

4108 Groveland Ave

5336 Cordelia Ave

4626 Reisterstown Rd

3818 W Cold Spring Ln

3818 W Cold Spring Ln
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5336 Cordelia Ave

5118 Gwynn Oak Ave

4626 Reisterstown Rd

2922 Grantley Ave

Cold Spring Lane

4310 Ridgewood Ave

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3704 W Belvedere Ave

The Terraces at Park Heights (Senior 62+)

Weinberg Manhattan Park

3908 Belle Ave

Belvieu Bridge
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Woodland Gardens II

Lane Apartments

The Dorothy J

Groveland Apartments

5000 Litchfield Ave

Gwynn Oak Apartments
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Northwest Baltimore, Baltimore, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Northwest Baltimore?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northwest Baltimore 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,071 | $840 | $1,467 |
| Northwest Baltimore 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,210 | $775 | $1,759 |
| Northwest Baltimore 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,348 | $895 | $2,033 |
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Cheapest Available Northwest Baltimore Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northwest Baltimore 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 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 |
| Ashburton Woods Apartments | One Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $855 |
| Palmer Court | 2/1.00 | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
| Fordleigh Apartments | The Pimlico | 1BR,1BA | $1,085 |
| Madera Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,162 |
| Hilltop Gardens | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| 3615 Mohawk Ave | 2 bed / 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,595 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northwest Baltimore, MD
As of May 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northwest Baltimore area is the $1.60 price per square foot 2 bed / 1 bath Model at 3615 Mohawk Ave in the in the Burleith-Leighton neighborhood starting from $1,595. The second greatest value Northwest Baltimore apartment is the One Bedroom/1 Bath Model at Ashburton Woods Apartments starting at $855 with a $0.98 price per square foot in the Burleith-Leighton neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northwest Baltimore apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3615 Mohawk Ave | 2 bed / 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Ashburton Woods Apartments | One Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| Palmer Court | 3/1.00 | 3BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| The Terraces at Park Heights (Senior 62+) | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.83 |
| 5342 Reisterstown Rd, Unit 2 | 5342 Reisterstown Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Cold Spring Lane | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Madera Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| Fordleigh Apartments | The Pimlico | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Hilltop Gardens | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northwest Baltimore Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Northwest Baltimore?
The cheapest apartment in Northwest Baltimore is The Terraces at Park Heights (Senior 62+) which is listed at $628, while the average apartment in Northwest Baltimore costs $1,200.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Northwest Baltimore?
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 3 regular apartments in Northwest Baltimore that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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