
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northwest Baltimore Neighborhood of Baltimore, MD from $500 (31 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Northwest Baltimore area of Baltimore.


4626 Reisterstown Rd

2922 Grantley Ave

5336 Cordelia Ave

4310 Ridgewood Ave

3220 Brightwood Ave

4108 Groveland Ave
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3220 Brightwood Ave

3825 Milford Ave

4310 Ridgewood Ave

5118 Gwynn Oak Ave

2922 Grantley Ave

4310 Ridgewood Ave

Palmer Court
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5023 Queensberry Ave, Unit Senior Shared home

Ashburton Woods Apartments

5132 Pembridge Ave, Unit 5132 Pembridge Avenue #1

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Fordleigh Apartments

Weinberg Manhattan Park

3908 Belle Ave
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Belvieu Bridge

5009 Norwood Ave

Cadillac Apartments

Woodland Gardens II

Lane Apartments

The Dorothy J

Groveland Apartments
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Gwynn Oak Apartments

Oaks at Liberty
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 | $991 | $550 | $1,467 |
| Northwest Baltimore 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,260 | $950 | $1,759 |
| Northwest Baltimore 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,403 | $1,200 | $2,033 |
| Northwest Baltimore 4 Bedroom Apartments | $850 | $850 | $850 |
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There are currently 31 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Northwest Baltimore Neighborhood of Baltimore, MD.
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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 Ashburton Woods Apartments priced from $855. Palmer Court has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Northwest Baltimore apartments for rent in Baltimore, MD:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| The Terraces at Park Heights (Senior 62+) | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,316 |
| 4806 Liberty Heights Ave | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Cold Spring Lane | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,359 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northwest Baltimore, MD
As of June 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northwest Baltimore area is the $0.61 price per square foot 5023 Queensberry Ave Model at 5023 Queensberry Ave, Unit Senior Shared home in the in the Northwest Baltimore neighborhood starting from $850. The second greatest value Northwest Baltimore apartment is the Two Bedroom/1 Bath Model at Ashburton Woods Apartments starting at $1,050 with a $1.00 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5023 Queensberry Ave, Unit Senior Shared home | 5023 Queensberry Ave | 4BR,2BA | $0.61 |
| Ashburton Woods Apartments | Two Bedroom/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 3615 Mohawk Ave | 2 bed / 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Palmer Court | 3/1.00 | 3BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| The Terraces at Park Heights (Senior 62+) | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| 5342 Reisterstown Rd, Unit 2 | 5342 Reisterstown Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Cold Spring Lane | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| 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
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Northwest Baltimore Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Northwest Baltimore Apartment is $855 at Ashburton Woods Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Northwest Baltimore Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Northwest Baltimore is starting from $950 at Palmer Court.
What is the most affordable Northwest Baltimore Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Northwest Baltimore Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Palmer Court and starts from $1,200.
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