Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Purnell Neighborhood of Baltimore, MD from $500 (13 Rentals)

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Belvieu Bridge
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Belvieu Bridge

3915-3921 Belvieu AveBaltimore, MD 21215
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3908 Belle Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3908 Belle Ave

3908 Belle AveBaltimore, MD 21215
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3320 Presstman St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3320 Presstman St

3320 Presstman StBaltimore, MD 21216
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Westchester Gardens
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Westchester Gardens

2708 Talbot RdBaltimore, MD 21216
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5009 Norwood Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

5009 Norwood Ave

5007-5009 Norwood AveBaltimore, MD 21207
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Pangea Oaks
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Pangea Oaks

2908-2910 Garrison BlvdBaltimore, MD 21216
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Park View At Woodlawn
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Park View At Woodlawn

2020 Featherbed LnGwynn Oak, MD 21207
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Purnell, Baltimore, MD Local Guide

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 Nottingham Gardens priced from $1,000. Gwynn Oaks Landing Apartments and Townhomes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,055. Here are the most affordable Purnell apartments for rent in Baltimore, MD:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Nottingham GardensLarge One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,000
Gwynn Oaks Landing Apartments and TownhomesOne Bedroom - 705 sqft1BR,1BA$1,055
Crescent PointeBirch1BR,1BA$1,156
Carlyle Landing Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,199
Windsor Forest1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,219

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Purnell, MD

As of October 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Purnell area is the $1.51 price per square foot Three Bedroom Townhome - 1,088 sqft Model at Gwynnbrook Townhomes in the in the Walbrook neighborhood starting from $1,645. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Gwynnbrook TownhomesThree Bedroom Townhome - 1,088 sqft3BR,1BA$1.51
UplandsPhase 2 - 2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.43
Catons Villas North Townhomes2 bd/ 1.5 ba Townhome2BR,1.5BA$1.58
The Reserve at West Hills2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom-Breakfast Bar2BR,1BA$1.66
The Hills at Milford Mill2 Bedroom Den2BR,1BA$1.60
622 Linnard St, Unit 2622 Linnard St2BR,1BA$1.18
Seton Park2 Bedroom First Floor2BR,1BA$1.59
Lane Apartments2 BR 1 BATH2BR,1BA$1.42
Carlyle Landing Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.67
Nottingham GardensLarge One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.54

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Purnell, Baltimore, MD

Ranked #251

Among cities in Maryland for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Purnell Neighborhood in Baltimore, MD

Walk Score®

20 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

15 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

44 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Purnell Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Purnell?

The cheapest apartment in Purnell is Nottingham Gardens which is listed at $1,000, while the average apartment in Purnell costs $1,795.

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 5 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 $181 which is $1,614 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Purnell.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Baltimore Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent

Written by: Sarah Bregel

There are few cities more eclectic and diverse than Baltimore, Maryland. I should know. I've lived in various parts of Baltimore for most of my life.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.