
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Purnell Neighborhood of Baltimore, MD from $600 (79 Rentals)
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4626 Reisterstown Rd

3113 Presbury St

3412 Gwynns Falls Pkwy

4310 Ridgewood Ave

5118 Gwynn Oak Ave

3806 Harlem Ave

1615 N Ellamont St

4626 Reisterstown Rd

823 N Woodington Rd
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3220 Brightwood Ave

4936 W Hills Rd

3523 Edmondson Ave

627 Denison St

4626 Reisterstown Rd

3523 Edmondson Ave

3113 Presbury St

Cold Spring Lane

4310 Ridgewood Ave

3412 Gwynns Falls Pkwy
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Palmer Court

3509 Edmondson Ave

721 N Woodington Rd

Greenwich Gardens

Bonner Vista Apartments

400 Mt Holly St

3723 Nortonia Rd

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Nottingham Gardens

6706 Windsor Mill Rd
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The Reserve at West Hills

Greens At Forest Park Apartments

Total Monthly Price
3609 W Forest Park Ave, Unit #2, Unit #2

Carlyle Landing Apartments

Windsor Forest

3904 Penhurst Ave, Unit Penhurst - 2 Bedroom

5117 Gwynn Oak Ave, Unit 3

4016 N Rogers Ave

3514 Clifton Ave, Unit Clifton Avenue - 2 Bedroom

Total Monthly Price
5312 Gwynn Oak Ave, Unit Apt. 3, Unit Apt. 3
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4101 Fernhill Ave, Unit 2W

3704 W Belvedere Ave

The Terraces at Park Heights (Senior 62+)

Belvieu Bridge

3908 Belle Ave

3320 Presstman St

Westchester Gardens

5009 Norwood Ave

Pangea Oaks

3011 Garrison Blvd
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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 | $1,227 | $1,040 | $1,449 |
| Purnell 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,213 | $650 | $1,550 |
| Purnell 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,403 | $775 | $1,805 |
| Purnell 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,768 | $895 | $2,299 |
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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 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 Purnell 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 |
| Palmer Court | 1/1.00 | 1BR,1BA | $840 |
| Park View at Woodlawn | One-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,064 |
| Gwynn Oaks Landing Apartments and Townhomes | One Bedroom - 605 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,115 |
| Nottingham Gardens | 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Windsor Forest | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,159 |
| Madera Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,162 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Purnell, MD
As of April 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Purnell area is the $1.00 price per square foot 3404 Alto Rd Model at 3404 Alto Rd, Unit 2nd floor in the in the Burleith-Leighton neighborhood starting from $1,400. The second greatest value Purnell apartment is the 2 bd/ 1.5 ba Townhome Model at Catons Villas North Townhomes starting at $1,400 with a $1.47 price per square foot in the West Forest Park 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3404 Alto Rd, Unit 2nd floor | 3404 Alto Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Catons Villas North Townhomes | 2 bd/ 1.5 ba Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.47 |
| 5312 Gwynn Oak Ave, Unit Apt. 3 | 5312 Gwynn Oak Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Crescent Pointe | Cypress | 2BR,2BA | $1.56 |
| Ashburton | 2b | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Seton Park | 2 Bedroom Second Floor | 2BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| The Terraces at Park Heights (Senior 62+) | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.83 |
| Park View at Woodlawn | One-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Cold Spring Lane | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Palmer Court | 1/1.00 | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
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Best Local Schools in Purnell, Baltimore, MD
Dickey Hill Elementary/Middle
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Purnell Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Purnell?
The cheapest apartment in Purnell is The Terraces at Park Heights (Senior 62+) which is listed at $628, while the average apartment in Purnell costs $1,787.
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 15 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 $364 which is $1,423 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Purnell.
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