
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Boyds, MD from $1,157 (47 Rentals)
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21303 Purple Aster Ct

Cider Mill Apartments

The Hamptons at Town Center

18301 Bailiwick Pl

Canterbury Apartments

Gateway at Gaithersburg

19135 Highstream Dr

18501 Owl Run Way
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18501 Owl Run Way

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Acclaim at Germantown

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Paramount & Majestic at Spectrum Town Center

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20220 Shipley Terrace

18131 Chalet Dr

Spectrum Majestic

Lerner Black Hill

13124 Wonderland Way

12405 Hickory Tree Way

Willow Manor at Cloppers Mill (Seniors 62+)

3304 Provider Wy

Churchill Senior Living
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Walker House

Stonecreek Club Apartments

20114 Larkspur Ct

Heritage at Waters Landing

Willow Manor at Cabin Branch (Senior 62+)

Seneca Club Apartments

18501 Owl Run Way

Ashmore at Germantown

13106 Wonderland Way
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Elms Century

13212 Meander Cove Dr, Unit 53
Boyds, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Boyds?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boyds Studio Apartments | $1,861 | $1,700 | $2,033 |
| Boyds 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,816 | $1,157 | $2,584 |
| Boyds 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,082 | $1,400 | $2,900 |
| Boyds 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,576 | $1,570 | $3,380 |
| Boyds 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,440 | $2,440 | $2,440 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Boyds, MD
Pricing Updated: 09/22/2026Current apartment rentals in the Boyds, MD area range in price from $1,199 to $3,380 with an overall median price of $1,997. Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Boyds Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summerfield Crossing | $1,997 | $1,199 | 185 |
Cheapest Available Boyds Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Boyds, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at The Hamptons at Town Center in the Summerfield Crossing neighborhood priced from $1,199. Walker House in the Orchard Run neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,375. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Boyds apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hamptons at Town Center | Sophistication | 1BR, 1BA | $1,199 |
| Walker House | S1 | Studio, 1BA | $1,375 |
| Canterbury Apartments | A1A (1x1) | 1BR, 1BA | $1,383 |
| Stonecreek Club Apartments | Bradford | 1BR, 1BA | $1,432 |
| Gateway at Gaithersburg | A1: 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $1,458 |
| Seneca Place | Two Bedroom B2 | 2BR, 2BA | $1,604 |
| Cherry Knoll | A1AR - 715 sq. ft. | 1BR, 1BA | $1,606 |
| Heritage at Waters Landing | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $1,630 |
| Breckenridge Condominiums | Dillon | 1BR, 1BA | $1,635 |
| Elms Germantown | The Arrington | 1BR, 1BA | $1,635 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Boyds, MD and Nearby
As of September 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Boyds area is the $2.04 price per square foot C1: 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at Gateway at Gaithersburg in the Quince Orchard neighborhood starting from $2,560. The second greatest value Boyds apartment is the Three Bedroom C2 Model at Seneca Place in the Summerfield Crossing neighborhood starting at $2,073 with a $1.72 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Boyds apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gateway at Gaithersburg | C1: 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR, 2BA | $2.04 |
| Seneca Place | Three Bedroom C2 | 3BR, 2BA | $1.72 |
| Ashmore at Germantown | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR, 2BA | $1.52 |
| Elms Germantown | The Arrington w/ Loft | 1BR, 1BA | $1.98 |
| Stonecreek Club Apartments | Savanna | 2BR, 1BA | $2.04 |
| Elms Clarksburg Village | Ashford | 1BR, 1BA | $2.09 |
| Canterbury Apartments | A1AD (1x1) | 1BR, 1BA | $2.04 |
| Hadley Germantown | Ascot - A1A Income Restriction Apply | 1BR, 1BA | $2.15 |
| The Hamptons at Town Center | Distinction | 2BR, 1BA | $2.18 |
| Breckenridge Condominiums | Dillon | 1BR, 1BA | $2.15 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Boyds Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Boyds?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Boyds is under $1,635.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Boyds?
The cheapest apartment in Boyds is The Hamptons at Town Center which is listed at $1,199, while the average apartment in Boyds costs $1,997.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Boyds?
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 72 regular apartments in Boyds 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 Boyds?
Cheap apartments in Boyds have an average cost of $647 which is $1,350 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Boyds.
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