
Cheap Homes for Rent in Penn North Neighborhood of Baltimore, MD from $400 (95 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the Penn North area of Baltimore.


843 Hollins St

833 N Fulton Ave

3113 Presbury St

2933 Presstman St

4626 Reisterstown Rd

2922 Grantley Ave

1607 Division St

1025 N Carey St

710 N Fulton Ave
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1026 Poplar Grove St

837 N Fulton Ave

6 S Franklintown Rd

100 N Hilton St

1211 Poplar Grove St

2001 Boone St

3121 Windsor Ave

4201 Pimlico Rd

833 Ramsay St

3832 Cottage Ave
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716 E 23rd St

2311 Anoka Ave

219 Penn St

1927 Harlem Ave

1211 Poplar Grove St

3523 Edmondson Ave

2317 Barclay St

2518 Barclay St

2518 Barclay St

219 Penn Street - 2nd Floor + Private Bathroom
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22 Parkin St

710 N Fulton Ave

3523 Edmondson Ave

833 N Fulton Ave

2922 Grantley Ave

6 S Franklintown Rd

2933 Presstman St

1025 N Carey St

101 Edgewood St

627 Denison St
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210 N Mount St

1607 Division St

1232 W Lafayette Ave

1108 N Fulton

1633 N Payson St

709 N Carrollton Ave, Unit 1A

2018 N Monroe St

2518 Barclay St

833 Ramsay St

2317 Barclay St
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Penn North, Baltimore, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Penn North?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penn North 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,688 | $1,000 | $2,900 |
| Penn North 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,965 | $720 | $3,800 |
| Penn North 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,851 | $550 | $3,280 |
| Penn North 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,096 | $550 | $2,950 |
| Penn North 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,479 | $550 | $4,800 |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 95 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Penn North Neighborhood of Baltimore, MD.
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Cheapest Available Penn North Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Penn North area of Baltimore, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at VIVO Living Baltimore priced from $175. Mulberry at Park has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $739. Here are the most affordable Penn North apartments for rent in Baltimore, MD:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| VIVO Living Baltimore | The Premium One by One | 1BR,1BA | $175 |
| Mulberry at Park | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $739 |
| North Avenue Gateway II | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath C | 1BR,1BA | $745 |
| Penn Square I | 2 Bedroom/1 Bath B | 2BR,1BA | $797 |
| 809 Park Ave | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $825 |
| Oak Hill Townhomes | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| 221-223 E Preston St | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Ashburton Woods Apartments | One Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $855 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Penn North, MD
As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Penn North area is the $0.69 price per square foot 3213 Dorchester Rd Model at 3213 Dorchester Rd, Unit 2 in the in the Burleith-Leighton neighborhood starting from $1,850. The second greatest value Penn North apartment is the 2920 Auchentoroly Ter Model at 2920 Auchentoroly Ter, Unit Unit A2 starting at $1,700 with a $0.89 price per square foot in the Druid Hill Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Penn North apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3213 Dorchester Rd, Unit 2 | 3213 Dorchester Rd | 2BR,1BA | $0.69 |
| 2920 Auchentoroly Ter, Unit Unit A2 | 2920 Auchentoroly Ter | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| HH Cresmont | 4 Bedroom / 2 Bathrooms (leased per bedroom) | 4BR,2BA | $0.67 |
| Fayette Square Apartments | Camden | 4BR,2BA | $0.80 |
| Barclay Greenmount | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| 1017 Hollins St | 1017 Hollins St | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Ashburton Woods Apartments | Two Bedroom/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 1716 McCulloh St, Unit 2 | 1716 McCulloh St | Studio ,1BA | $0.88 |
| 834 N Carey St, Unit 3 | 834 N Carey St | 1BR,1BA | $0.85 |
| 1720 McCulloh St, Unit 3 | 1720 McCulloh St | 1BR,1BA | $0.80 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Penn North
What type of rentals are currently available in Penn North?
There are currently 1577 Apartments for Rent in Penn North, MD with pricing that ranges from $175 to $7,197. There are also 431 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Penn North ranging from $475 to $4,800.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Penn North?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Penn North ranges from $475 to $4,800 with an average monthly rent of $1,835.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Penn North?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Penn North range from $739 to $4,751, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $720 to $3,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $550 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,079.
Expert Rental Resources
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