
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Charlestown, MD from $500 (13 Rentals)
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Birchwood at Elkton (62+ Community)

Maple Heights

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107 South Dr
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Charlestown?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Charlestown Studio Apartments | $1,200 | $627 | $1,479 |
Charlestown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,660 | $790 | $3,445 |
Charlestown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,965 | $830 | $3,725 |
Charlestown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,328 | $850 | $4,985 |
Charlestown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,028 | $1,420 | $2,245 |
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Cheapest Available Charlestown Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Charlestown, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at Maple Heights priced from $1,025. Birchwood at Main in the Patriots Glen neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,027. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Charlestown apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Maple Heights | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
Birchwood at Main | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,027 |
Victoria Mews | 1 bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
The Willows at Cecilton | 2 BEDROOM | 2BR,1BA | $1,156 |
Pine Hill Apartments | 1 Bedroom - Remodeled | 1BR,1BA | $1,270 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Charlestown, MD and Nearby
As of August 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Charlestown area is the $1.53 price per square foot FA3x2B Model at Fields of Aberdeen in the in the Holly Woods - Woodfield/Wyngate neighborhood starting from $2,699. The second greatest value Charlestown apartment is the Three bedroom Model at Arbour Court starting at $1,800 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the Buck Peach Bottom Quaryvle Christiana neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Charlestown apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Fields of Aberdeen | FA3x2B | 3BR,2BA | $1.53 |
Arbour Court | Three bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.25 |
Chesapeake Ridge | The Susquehanna | 2BR,2BA | $1.55 |
Elkton Terrace | 3BR Town | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.30 |
The Willows at Cecilton | 2 BEDROOM | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
West Creek Village | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.42 |
723 N Adams St | 1 BDR 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
Perryman Station Senior Apartments, 62+ | 2 bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
Maple Heights | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
Hillside Terrace Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
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Getting Around Charlestown, MD
Walk Score®
17 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
38 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Charlestown Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Charlestown?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Charlestown is at Thorn Flats listed at $1,429.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Charlestown Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Charlestown Apartment is $1,025 at Maple Heights.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Charlestown Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Charlestown is starting from $1,027 at Birchwood at Main.
What is the most affordable Charlestown Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Charlestown Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Elkton Terrace and starts from $1,499.
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