
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Baltimore City Neighborhood of Baltimore, MD from $500 (11 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the West Baltimore City area of Baltimore.


2933 Presstman St

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6 S Franklintown Rd

3509 Edmondson Ave
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North Avenue Gateway

3320 Presstman St

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West Baltimore City, Baltimore, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Baltimore City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Baltimore City Studio Apartments | $1,024 | $700 | $1,185 |
| West Baltimore City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,061 | $533 | $1,500 |
| West Baltimore City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,366 | $950 | $1,750 |
| West Baltimore City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,719 | $1,375 | $2,000 |
| West Baltimore City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $983 | $983 | $983 |
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There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the West Baltimore City Neighborhood of Baltimore, MD.
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Cheapest Available West Baltimore City Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Baltimore City area of Baltimore, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at Greens at Irvington Mews 2 - Senior Apartments 62+ priced from $533. Maiden Choice Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $700. Here are the most affordable West Baltimore City apartments for rent in Baltimore, MD:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greens at Irvington Mews 2 - Senior Apartments 62+ | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $533 |
| Maiden Choice Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $700 |
| North Avenue Gateway II | 1 bdr | 1BR,1BA | $745 |
| North Avenue Gateway | 2 bdr | 2BR,1BA | $749 |
| Stone Hills | 1BR 1BA(465) | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Baltimore City, MD
As of January 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Baltimore City area is the $0.91 price per square foot 414 S Augusta Ave Model at 414 S Augusta Ave, Unit 414 in the in the Violetville neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value West Baltimore City apartment is the 2735 W North Ave Model at 2735 W North Ave, Unit #2 starting at $1,325 with a $1.12 price per square foot in the Burleith-Leighton neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Baltimore City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 414 S Augusta Ave, Unit 414 | 414 S Augusta Ave | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.91 |
| 2735 W North Ave, Unit #2 | 2735 W North Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Uplands | Phase 2 - 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Williston Apartments & Townhomes | The Chesapeake | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.36 |
| Ashburton | 3b | 3BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Northwest Townhomes | The Axis | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| North Avenue Gateway | 2 bdr | 2BR,1BA | $0.75 |
| Maiden Choice Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $0.74 |
| Midtown at Coppin Heights | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| North Avenue Gateway II | 1 bdr | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Baltimore City Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in West Baltimore City?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in West Baltimore City is under $1,040.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Baltimore City?
The cheapest apartment in West Baltimore City is Greens at Irvington Mews 2 - Senior Apartments 62+ which is listed at $533, while the average apartment in West Baltimore City costs $1,775.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in West Baltimore City?
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 29 regular apartments in West Baltimore City 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 West Baltimore City?
Cheap apartments in West Baltimore City have an average cost of $446 which is $1,329 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West Baltimore City.
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