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Cardiff, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cardiff?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cardiff Studio Apartments | $1,194 | $999 | $1,539 |
Cardiff 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,677 | $790 | $2,304 |
Cardiff 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,990 | $830 | $3,325 |
Cardiff 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,420 | $850 | $3,349 |
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Cheapest Available Cardiff Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Cardiff, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at Slateridge Apartments priced from $795. Forsythia Court in the Harford Green neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $999. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cardiff apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Slateridge Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
Forsythia Court | Studio | Studio,1BA | $999 |
Annhurst | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,134 |
Maple Heights | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,275 |
Hillside Terrace Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cardiff, MD and Nearby
As of September 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cardiff area is the $1.53 price per square foot FA3x2BI Model at Fields of Aberdeen in the in the Holly Woods - Woodfield/Wyngate neighborhood starting from $2,699. The second greatest value Cardiff apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath G Style Model at Five43 Apartments starting at $2,514 with a $1.70 price per square foot in the Grafton Ridge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cardiff apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Fields of Aberdeen | FA3x2BI | 3BR,2BA | $1.53 |
Five43 Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath G Style | 2BR,2BA | $1.70 |
Holly Oaks | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.58 |
Eagle Rock Apartments at Bel Air North | B1 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.50 |
Residences of Summerlin | $1.62/sq.ft. - The Lumis | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.62 |
Cranberry Run | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
Homes at Fountain Green | 2A-1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
Maple Heights | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
Harford Village South | Two Bedroom / One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
Hillside Terrace Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
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Getting Around Cardiff, MD
Walk Score®
39 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
27 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cardiff Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Cardiff?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Cardiff is at Forsythia Court listed at $999.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cardiff Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cardiff Apartment is $795 at Slateridge Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Cardiff Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Cardiff is starting from $1,275 at Maple Heights.
What is the most affordable Cardiff Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Cardiff Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cranberry Run and starts from $1,779.
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