
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Fairway Hills Neighborhood of Columbia, MD from $400 (20 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Fairway Hills area of Columbia.


4906 Columbia Rd

Autumn Crest

Columbia Landing Apartments

The Verona at Oakland Mills

The Timbers at Long Reach
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Fairway Hills, Columbia, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fairway Hills?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairway Hills Studio Apartments | $1,893 | $1,803 | $2,100 |
| Fairway Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,009 | $489 | $6,838 |
| Fairway Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,365 | $586 | $5,673 |
| Fairway Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,989 | $677 | $4,575 |
| Fairway Hills 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,304 | $2,820 | $3,789 |
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There are currently 20 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Fairway Hills Neighborhood of Columbia, MD.
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Cheapest Available Fairway Hills Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Fairway Hills area of Baltimore, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at Aspen at Lake Trail priced from $1,490. Autumn Crest has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,520. Here are the most affordable Fairway Hills apartments for rent in Baltimore, MD:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aspen at Lake Trail | 1 BEDROOM JR | 1BR,1BA | $1,490 |
| Autumn Crest | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,520 |
| Columbia Landing Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,528 |
| Clarys Crossing | Camden | 1BR,1BA | $1,545 |
| The Elms at Falls Run | Ash | 1BR,1BA | $1,555 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairway Hills, MD
As of December 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fairway Hills area is the $1.53 price per square foot The Centennial Model at Dorsey Overlook in the in the Taylor Village neighborhood starting from $3,799. The second greatest value Fairway Hills apartment is the 4659 Montgomery Rd Model at 4659 Montgomery Rd, Unit Apt 2 starting at $2,400 with a $1.60 price per square foot in the Taylor Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fairway Hills apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dorsey Overlook | The Centennial | 3BR,3BA | $1.53 |
| 4659 Montgomery Rd, Unit Apt 2 | 4659 Montgomery Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| The Greens at Columbia Apartments | 2BR 2BA (1060sf) | 2BR,2BA | $1.95 |
| The Apartments at Tamar Meadow | 2BR 1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| Columbia Landing Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| The Elms at Falls Run | Butternut | 2BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| Orchard Crossing Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| Cedar Place | Walnut | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| Columbia Glade | 1 Bedroom 800SqFt | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| Avalon Fairway Hills-Meadows | A3-770 | 1BR,1BA | $2.10 |
Getting Around the Fairway Hills Neighborhood in Columbia, MD
Walk Score®
37 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
28 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
29 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fairway Hills Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Fairway Hills?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Fairway Hills is under $1,650.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Fairway Hills?
The cheapest apartment in Fairway Hills is Aspen at Lake Trail which is listed at $1,490, while the average apartment in Fairway Hills costs $3,913.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Fairway Hills?
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 7 regular apartments in Fairway Hills 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 Fairway Hills?
Cheap apartments in Fairway Hills have an average cost of $192 which is $3,721 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fairway Hills.
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