Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Western District Baltimore, MD from $400 (56 Rentals)

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2501 Linden Ave

BaltimoreMD21217

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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2572 McCulloh St

BaltimoreMD21217

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Poe Homes
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Poe Homes

800 W Lexington StBaltimore, MD 21201
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2325 Hollins St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2325 Hollins St

2325 Hollins StBaltimore, MD 21223
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Temple Gardens
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Temple Gardens

2601 Madison AveBaltimore, MD 21217
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1406 Eutaw Place
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

1406 Eutaw Place

1406 Eutaw PlBaltimore, MD 21217
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Union Rowe
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Union Rowe

1517 W Fayette StBaltimore, MD 21223

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Frederick Douglass
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Frederick Douglass

1645 N Calhoun StBaltimore, MD 21217
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Penn North Plaza
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Penn North Plaza

1520 W North AveBaltimore, MD 21217
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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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1318 Eutaw Pl
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

1318 Eutaw Pl

1318 Eutaw PlBaltimore, MD 21217
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Pangea Oaks
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Pangea Oaks

2908-2910 Garrison BlvdBaltimore, MD 21216
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3302 Clifton Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

3302 Clifton Ave

3302-3306 Clifton AveBaltimore, MD 21216
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Stone Hills
1 Bedroom Apartments

Stone Hills

201 S Beechfield AveBaltimore, MD 21229
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3512 Clifton Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

3512 Clifton Ave

3512-3516 Clifton AveBaltimore, MD 21216

Western District, Baltimore, MD Local Guide

Cheapest Available Western District Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Western District area of Baltimore, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at Penn Square priced from $600. North Avenue Gateway II has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $647. Here are the most affordable Western District apartments for rent in Baltimore, MD:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Penn Square1 bdr1BR,1BA$600
North Avenue Gateway II1 bdr1BR,1BA$647
North Avenue Gateway2 bdr2BR,1BA$749
Oaklee Village Apartments1B1BR,1BA$945
Walbrook Mill Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$952
Renaissance at Reservoir HillTwo Bedrooms One Bath2BR,1BA$953
College Gardens & Melbourne Apts /Townhouses1 Bedroom Garden1BR,1BA$973
Meadow LaneTwo Bed / One Bath2BR,1BA$980

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Western District, MD

As of September 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Western District area is the $1.25 price per square foot 1723 Bolton St Model at 1723 Bolton St, Unit 1 in the in the Inner Harbor neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Western District apartment is the Two Bedrooms One Bath Model at Renaissance at Reservoir Hill starting at $953 with a $0.81 price per square foot in the Central Baltimore neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Western District apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1723 Bolton St, Unit 11723 Bolton St3BR,3BA$1.25
Renaissance at Reservoir HillTwo Bedrooms One Bath2BR,1BA$0.81
Walbrook Mill Apartments3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.25
Williston Apartments & TownhomesThe Ambler2BR,2BA$1.36
Northwest TownhomesThe Axis2BR,1BA$1.27
North Avenue Gateway2 bdr2BR,1BA$0.75
834 N Carey St, Unit 3834 N Carey St1BR,1BA$0.85
1720 McCulloh St, Unit 41720 McCulloh St1BR,1BA$0.85
Penn Square2 bdr2BR,1BA$0.80
North Avenue Gateway II1 bdr1BR,1BA$1.06

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Western District, Baltimore, MD

Ranked #304

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Western District Neighborhood in Baltimore, MD

Walk Score®

63 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

56 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

74 / 100

Excellent Transit

Transit is convenient for most trips

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Western District Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Western District?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Western District is under $980.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Western District?

The cheapest apartment in Western District is Penn Square which is listed at $600, while the average apartment in Western District costs $2,523.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Western District?

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 37 regular apartments in Western District 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 Western District?

Cheap apartments in Western District have an average cost of $376 which is $2,147 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Western District.

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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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.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.