
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Fairwood Estates Neighborhood of Bowie, MD from $1,000 (41 Rentals)
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Hill House at Beechfield, A 62+ Senior Community

7407 Morrison Dr

7772 Mandan Rd

7119 Kurth Ln

Hilltop Apartments

7810 Somerset Ct

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6135 84th Ave, Unit 6135, Unit 6135
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Carrollon Manor Apartments

4012 Bald Hill Terrace, Unit 4012

Lansdowne Village Apartments

Maple Ridge Apartments

6035 Naval Ave

Summer Ridge

Carleton East

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Finian's Court Apartments
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Glenarden Apartments

The Glens at Reed Station

5538 Karen Elaine Dr

Heritage Square Apartments

7505 Riverdale Rd, Unit 2034, Unit 2034

Glenarden Hills

The Remy

Kings Square Apartments
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Forest Lake Apartments

The Glendale Residence

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Margaux

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6998 Hanover Pkwy

9915 E Franklin Ave, Unit Attached Apt #1

The Hanover Apartments
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Woodlands at Reid Temple - 62+ Community

Del Vista Apartments

3131 82nd Ave

Fountain Club

7617 Fontainebleau Dr

Woodland Landing

Cherry Pointe Apartments

11407 Prospect Ct
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1805 Dutch Village Dr
Fairwood Estates, Bowie, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fairwood Estates?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairwood Estates Studio Apartments | $1,692 | $1,052 | $1,833 |
| Fairwood Estates 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,023 | $1,299 | $2,636 |
| Fairwood Estates 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,207 | $1,200 | $3,276 |
| Fairwood Estates 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,438 | $1,705 | $5,925 |
| Fairwood Estates 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,265 | $2,000 | $2,953 |
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There are currently 41 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Fairwood Estates Neighborhood of Bowie, MD.
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Cheapest Available Fairwood Estates Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Fairwood Estates area of Washington, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at Maple Ridge Apartments priced from $1,400. Summer Ridge has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,433. Here are the most affordable Fairwood Estates apartments for rent in Washington, MD:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maple Ridge Apartments | One Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Summer Ridge | LAUD 1.1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,433 |
| Hilltop Apartments | Clifton Heights | 1BR,1BA | $1,436 |
| Carleton East | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,442 |
| The Glens at Reed Station | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Fountain Club | 1Bedroom 1Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,475 |
| Heritage Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom + 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,492 |
| Hill House at Beechfield, A 62+ Senior Community | 1 Bedroom (Income Restrictions Apply - 62+) | 1BR,1BA | $1,499 |
| Glenarden Hills | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairwood Estates, MD
As of May 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fairwood Estates area is the $1.77 price per square foot Three Bedrooms and Den Model at Carleton East in the in the Hynesboro neighborhood starting from $2,346. The second greatest value Fairwood Estates apartment is the 2J Model at The Glendale Residence starting at $1,836 with a $1.79 price per square foot in the Hynesboro neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fairwood Estates apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carleton East | Three Bedrooms and Den | 3BR,2BA | $1.77 |
| The Glendale Residence | 2J | 2BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Lansdowne Village Apartments | 2 Bedrooms + 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Carrollon Manor Apartments | 2 Bedrooms + 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| Finian's Court Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| Heritage Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom + 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| 6135 84th Ave, Unit 6135 | 6135 84th Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Woodland Landing | 1Bedroom 1Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| Glenarden Hills | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| Hilltop Apartments | Sparrow Hill | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleFairwood Estates, Bowie, MD
Ranked #3
Among cities in Maryland for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Fairwood Estates, Bowie, MD
James McHenry Elementary
Charles Herbert Flowers High
Thomas Johnson Middle
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fairwood Estates Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Fairwood Estates?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Fairwood Estates is under $1,500.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Fairwood Estates?
The cheapest apartment in Fairwood Estates is Maple Ridge Apartments which is listed at $1,400, while the average apartment in Fairwood Estates costs $2,321.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Fairwood Estates?
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 158 regular apartments in Fairwood Estates 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 Fairwood Estates?
Cheap apartments in Fairwood Estates have an average cost of $925 which is $1,396 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fairwood Estates.
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