
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Purnell Neighborhood of Baltimore, MD from $500 (12 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Purnell area of Baltimore.


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Park View at Woodlawn

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Purnell, Baltimore, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Purnell?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Purnell Studio Apartments | $1,023 | $990 | $1,051 |
| Purnell 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,276 | $840 | $1,550 |
| Purnell 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,444 | $950 | $1,915 |
| Purnell 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,715 | $1,025 | $2,299 |
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There are currently 12 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Purnell Neighborhood of Baltimore, MD.
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Cheapest Available Purnell Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Purnell area of Baltimore, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at Park View at Woodlawn priced from $835. Fairway Ridge Apartments and Townhomes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $990. Here are the most affordable Purnell apartments for rent in Baltimore, MD:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park View at Woodlawn | One-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $835 |
| Fairway Ridge Apartments and Townhomes | The Broadview | Studio,1BA | $990 |
| Ashburton | 1bl | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Gwynn Oaks Landing Apartments and Townhomes | One Bedroom - 684 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,105 |
| Nottingham Gardens | 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $1,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Purnell, MD
As of January 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Purnell area is the $1.52 price per square foot 5327 Wesley Ave Model at 5327 Wesley Ave, Unit 2nd Floor in the in the Walbrook neighborhood starting from $1,675. The second greatest value Purnell apartment is the Phase 2 - 2 Bedroom Model at Uplands starting at $1,500 with a $1.43 price per square foot in the Violetville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Purnell apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5327 Wesley Ave, Unit 2nd Floor | 5327 Wesley Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Uplands | Phase 2 - 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Ashburton | 3b | 3BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Catons Villas North Townhomes | 2 bd/ 1.5 ba Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.58 |
| Cold Spring Lane | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Seton Park | 2 Bedroom Second Floor | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| 3815 Belle Ave, Unit 2A | 3815 Belle Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| 4013 W Forest Park Ave, Unit 3 | 4013 W Forest Park Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Park View at Woodlawn | One-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Nottingham Gardens | 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $1.64 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Purnell Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Purnell?
The cheapest apartment in Purnell is Park View at Woodlawn which is listed at $835, while the average apartment in Purnell costs $1,740.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Purnell?
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 13 regular apartments in Purnell that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Purnell?
Cheap apartments in Purnell have an average cost of $226 which is $1,514 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Purnell.
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