
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ovation Neighborhood of Columbia, MD from $700 (30 Rentals)
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Ovation, Columbia, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ovation?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ovation Studio Apartments | $2,467 | $2,385 | $2,549 |
| Ovation 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,925 | $1,425 | $2,704 |
| Ovation 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,241 | $1,655 | $3,370 |
| Ovation 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,636 | $1,959 | $3,496 |
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There are currently 30 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Ovation Neighborhood of Columbia, MD.
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Cheapest Available Ovation Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Ovation area of Baltimore, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at Monarch Mills Apartments priced from $1,467. The Timbers at Long Reach has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,550. Here are the most affordable Ovation apartments for rent in Baltimore, MD:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monarch Mills Apartments | Lantana - 62+ | 1BR,1BA | $1,467 |
| The Timbers at Long Reach | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| Aspen at Lake Trail | 1 BEDROOM JR | 1BR,1BA | $1,560 |
| Autumn Crest | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,615 |
| The Hamilton at Kings Place | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,649 |
| Elms Kendall Ridge | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,666 |
| Mission Place Apartments | The Columbia | 1BR,1BA | $1,710 |
| Sherwood Crossing | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,738 |
| Verde at Howard Square West | Coneflower West | 1BR,1BA | $1,797 |
| Verde at Howard Square East | Coneflower East | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ovation, MD
As of July 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ovation area is the $1.98 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Ellicott Gardens in the in the Ellicott City neighborhood starting from $2,579. The second greatest value Ovation apartment is the The Clarington Model at Huntington Square starting at $2,278 with a $2.15 price per square foot in the Jones Station neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ovation apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ellicott Gardens | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.98 |
| Huntington Square | The Clarington | 2BR,2BA | $2.15 |
| The Apartments at Tamar Meadow | 2BR 1BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| Verde at Howard Square East | Bluestem East w/den | 1BR,1BA | $2.36 |
| The Timbers at Long Reach | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| Sherwood Crossing | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| Mission Place Apartments | The Columbia | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| Elms Kendall Ridge | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| Autumn Crest | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
| The Hamilton at Kings Place | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.37 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ovation Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Ovation Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Ovation Apartment is $1,467 at Monarch Mills Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Ovation Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Ovation is starting from $1,655 at Monarch Mills Apartments.
What is the most affordable Ovation Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Ovation Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Aspen at Lake Trail and starts from $2,299.
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