
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Charles County, MD from $800 (24 Rentals)
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8325 ABC Farm Pl

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2167 Briarwood Dr

10990 Stella Ct

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10013 Wamsley Ct

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5142 New Stead Ct

Smallwood Gardens

Fox Chase Apartments

5185 Mudville Ln

Indian Head Village

3120 Creedon Dr

4556A Ryan Pl
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145 Quailwood Pky

5120 Indian Head Hwy
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Charles County, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Charles County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charles County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,117 | $1,425 | $4,277 |
| Charles County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,510 | $1,500 | $5,287 |
| Charles County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,939 | $1,915 | $3,565 |
| Charles County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,000 | $3,000 | $3,000 |
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Cheapest Available Charles County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Charles County, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at Victoria Park Jaycees Senior Apartments in the Saint Charles Town Center neighborhood priced from $1,160. Smallwood Gardens in the Saint Charles Town Center neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,529. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Charles County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Victoria Park Jaycees Senior Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,160 |
| Smallwood Gardens | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,529 |
| Village Lake Apartments | The Osprey | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| Palmer | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,662 |
| Brookmont Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,704 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Charles County, MD
As of June 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Charles County area is the $1.64 price per square foot Egret Model at Sunstone Grove in the in the Saint Charles Town Center neighborhood starting from $3,460. The second greatest value Charles County apartment is the TOWNHOME Model at Collection at Scotland Heights starting at $2,995 with a $1.60 price per square foot in the Saint Charles Town Center neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Charles County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunstone Grove | Egret | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.64 |
| Collection at Scotland Heights | TOWNHOME | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.60 |
| EVOLV at Stonehaven | Tydings II Townhome (With Garage) | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.70 |
| Highlands EVOLV Rental Townhomes | Tydings | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.84 |
| Brookestone | Amara | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.86 |
| 10013 Wamsley Ct | 10013 Wamsley Ct | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Smallwood Gardens | C1 | 3BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Magnolia Gardens | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.84 |
| Hunter's Run Apartments | Two-Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.77 |
| Spark Waldorf | Excite | 2BR,1BA | $1.85 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Charles County Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Charles County?
The cheapest apartment in Charles County is Victoria Park Jaycees Senior Apartments which is listed at $1,160, while the average apartment in Charles County costs $3,000.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Charles County?
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 6 regular apartments in Charles County 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 Charles County?
Cheap apartments in Charles County have an average cost of $127 which is $2,873 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Charles County.
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