
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Bel Air, MD from $700 (28 Rentals)
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Belcove Place

Calvert's Walk

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Heritage Woods

The Park at Winters Run

Hickory Hills Condominiums
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Harford Village South

140 Royal Oak Dr

1 Wye Oak Dr

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200 Idlewild Rd, Unit 1D, Unit 1D

102 Idlewild Rd, Unit 3D, Unit 3D

242 Crocker Dr

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Eagle Rock Apartments at Bel Air North

Emerald Woods Apartments

Benson's Corner

905 Swallow Crest Ct
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903 Woodbridge Ct

980 Topview Dr

962 Topview Dr

1857 Simons Ct

1340 Rigbie Hall Ct

130 Long Meadow Ct

3103 Cardinal Way
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Bel Air, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bel Air?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bel Air Studio Apartments | $1,579 | $1,316 | $2,309 |
| Bel Air 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,746 | $775 | $2,304 |
| Bel Air 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,002 | $915 | $3,325 |
| Bel Air 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,352 | $874 | $3,241 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Bel Air, MD
Pricing Updated: 05/11/2026Current 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:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bel Air South | $2,557 | $1,125 | 112 |
| Harford Green | $2,569 | $1,125 | 70 |
| Tollgate Village | $2,569 | $1,316 | 60 |
| Bel Air North | $2,580 | $775 | 64 |
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. Belcove Place in the Harford Green neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,316. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Bel Air apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Homes at Fountain Green | 1A UFAS | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Belcove Place | E1 | Studio,1BA | $1,316 |
| Heritage Woods | Spruce | 1BR,1BA | $1,459 |
| Eagle Rock Apartments at Bel Air North | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,562 |
| Harford Village South | Two Bedroom / One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,599 |
| Hickory Hills Condominiums | The Hickory | 2BR,1BA | $1,599 |
| Apartments at Bel Air | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom - 693 sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $1,633 |
| Calvert's Walk | Plan B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1,636 |
| Emerald Woods Apartments | One Bedroom + Den | 1BR,1BA | $1,649 |
| James Run Apartments | A1S | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bel Air, MD
As of May 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bel Air area is the $1.80 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bath (D) Model at Avanti Luxury Apartments in the in the Harford Green neighborhood starting from $2,329. The second greatest value Bel Air apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bath C Style Alt Model at Five43 Apartments starting at $2,379 with a $1.91 price per square foot in the Grafton Ridge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bel Air apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avanti Luxury Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath (D) | 2BR,2BA | $1.80 |
| Five43 Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath C Style Alt | 2BR,2BA | $1.91 |
| Eagle Rock Apartments at Bel Air North | B1 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.44 |
| The Park at Winters Run | Shamrock | 2BR,2BA | $2.05 |
| Hickory Hills Condominiums | The Hickory | 2BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Calvert's Walk | Plan B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.79 |
| James Run Apartments | A1S | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| Harford Village South | Two Bedroom / One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Emerald Woods Apartments | One Bedroom + Den | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| Heritage Woods | Spruce | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
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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 $2,568.
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 13 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 $170 which is $2,398 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Bel Air.
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