Cheap Apartments for Rent in Bel Air, MD from $700 (29 Rentals)

How Many Bedrooms?Done
Select your price rangeDone
to
Note: Properties with the Total Monthly Price badge include all required fees. Hover over the badge for details.
Lifestyle Matching SearchDone
By AmenitiesDone
By Community TypeDone
Features and AvailabilityDone
Done

Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in Bel Air.

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

property at 222 Timber Trl

$1,700

Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$1,700

Total Monthly Price
$1,700

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Now

222 Timber Trl, Unit A

222 Timber Trl
Bel AirMD21014
property at 1002 Markham Ct

$1,850

Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$1,850

Total Monthly Price
$1,850

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Aug 1

1002 Markham Ct, Unit M

1002 Markham Ct
Bel AirMD21014
close
View Me
Maple View Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Maple View Apartments

600 N Hickory AveBel Air, MD 21014
  • Utilities Included

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

Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

close
View Me
Harford Senior Housing
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Harford Senior Housing

300 Sunflower DrBel Air, MD 21014
Senior Living

Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

close
View Me
Benson's Corner
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Benson's Corner

219 Bensons DrFallston, MD 21047

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

When searching for a roommate, follow this list of essential steps and set clear expectations to create a solid foundation for a harmonious living situation.

Bel Air, MD Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Bel Air, MD

Pricing Updated: 06/23/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Bel Air, MD area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Bel Air Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Bel Air North$2,363$77566
Bel Air South$2,549$1,18095
Tollgate Village$2,549$1,36054
Harford Green$2,590$1,18053

Cheapest Available Bel Air Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Bel Air, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at Homes at Fountain Green in the Grafton Ridge neighborhood priced from $775. Heritage Woods in the Tollgate Village neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,445. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Bel Air apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Homes at Fountain Green1A UFAS1BR,1BA$775
Heritage WoodsSpruce1BR,1BA$1,445
Hickory Hills CondominiumsThe Hickory2BR,1BA$1,549
Harford Village SouthTwo Bedroom / One Bath2BR,1BA$1,549
Calvert's WalkPlan B12BR,1BA$1,585
Eagle Rock Apartments at Bel Air NorthB12BR,1BA$1,617
Apartments at Bel Air1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom - 693 sq ft1BR,1BA$1,633
Belcove PlaceB12BR,1BA$1,666
James Run ApartmentsA1S1BR,1BA$1,962
Avanti Luxury Apartments1 Bedroom 1.5 Bath1BR,1BA$1,974

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bel Air, MD

As of June 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bel Air area is the $1.76 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath C Style Model at Five43 Apartments in the in the Grafton Ridge neighborhood starting from $2,502. The second greatest value Bel Air apartment is the B1 Model at Eagle Rock Apartments at Bel Air North starting at $1,617 with a $1.50 price per square foot in the Tollgate Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bel Air apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Five43 Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath C Style2BR,2BA$1.76
Eagle Rock Apartments at Bel Air NorthB12BR,1.5BA$1.50
The Park at Winters RunShamrock2BR,2BA$2.05
Belcove PlaceB22BR,1.5BA$2.05
Avanti Luxury Apartments1 Bedroom 1.5 Bath1BR,1.5BA$2.00
Calvert's WalkPlan B22BR,2BA$1.86
Hickory Hills CondominiumsThe Moores Mill Flat2BR,2BA$1.78
James Run ApartmentsA1S1BR,1BA$2.26
Harford Village SouthTwo Bedroom / One Bath2BR,1BA$1.88
Heritage WoodsSpruce1BR,1BA$2.19

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

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

Read Article
Decorative image

Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

Read Article
Decorative image

Quick Rent Budget Calculator

How much rent can you afford?

The common "Rule of Thumb" is that rent should be no more than 30% of your income. How much is that? Enter your monthly income and click "Calculate My Budget" to find out.

decorative image of people with a giant lease agreement

Remember the 3 Rules of Real Estate:
Location, Location, Location!

Explore Bel Air, MD Rentals by Map

View Map
Bel Air, MD Apartments Map
View Map
Bel Air, MD Rental Homes Map

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bel Air Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Bel Air?

The cheapest apartment in Bel Air is Homes at Fountain Green which is listed at $775, while the average apartment in Bel Air costs $2,512.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Bel Air?

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 Bel Air 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 Bel Air?

Cheap apartments in Bel Air have an average cost of $205 which is $2,307 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Bel Air.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

decorative image for Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention   article

Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

decorative image for How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide article

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

decorative image for Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move article

Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

decorative image for Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units  article

Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.