
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Wilde Lake Neighborhood of Columbia, MD from $1,000 (42 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Wilde Lake area of Columbia.


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Aspen at Lake Trail

Autumn Crest

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eaves Columbia Town Center

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Legacy at Twin Rivers

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10572 Twin Rivers Rd

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Ashton Green

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Juniper

5354 Smooth Meadow Way

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10360 Swift Stream Pl, Unit 4-107

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10360 Swift Stream Pl, Unit 12-107

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10902 Swansfield Rd

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5715 Harpers Farm Rd

9629 White Acre Rd

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Selborne House of Dorsey Hall, Senior Living
Wilde Lake, Columbia, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Wilde Lake?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wilde Lake Studio Apartments | $2,025 | $1,995 | $2,062 |
| Wilde Lake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,130 | $1,075 | $3,584 |
| Wilde Lake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,498 | $1,411 | $5,512 |
| Wilde Lake 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,122 | $1,634 | $4,870 |
| Wilde Lake 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,323 | $2,721 | $3,750 |
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There are currently 42 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Wilde Lake Neighborhood of Columbia, MD.
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Cheapest Available Wilde Lake Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Wilde Lake area of Baltimore, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at Selborne House of Dorsey Hall, Senior Living priced from $1,075. Legacy at Cedar Lane has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,411. Here are the most affordable Wilde Lake apartments for rent in Baltimore, MD:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Selborne House of Dorsey Hall, Senior Living | The Dogwood | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Legacy at Cedar Lane | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,411 |
| The Vision at Parkway | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,541 |
| Aspen at Lake Trail | 1 BEDROOM JR | 1BR,1BA | $1,560 |
| Autumn Crest | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,615 |
| The Bluffs at Clary's Forest Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,657 |
| eaves Columbia Town Center | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $1,660 |
| Clarys Crossing | Calvert | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| The Brook At Columbia | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| Avalon Fairway Hills-Meadows | A1-715 | 1BR,1BA | $1,745 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wilde Lake, MD
As of July 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Wilde Lake 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 Wilde Lake apartment is the C1 Model at Gramercy at Town Center starting at $3,312 with a $2.36 price per square foot in the Patuxent Chase neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Wilde Lake 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 |
| Gramercy at Town Center | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $2.36 |
| Columbia Glade | Renovated Two Bed Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.16 |
| The Vision at Parkway | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.24 |
| Clarys Crossing | Calvert Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
| Cedar Place | Walnut | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| eaves Columbia Town Center | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
| The Brook At Columbia | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.34 |
| Autumn Crest | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
| Selborne House of Dorsey Hall, Senior Living | The Ash | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Wilde Lake Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Wilde Lake?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Wilde Lake is under $1,745.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Wilde Lake?
The cheapest apartment in Wilde Lake is Selborne House of Dorsey Hall, Senior Living which is listed at $1,075, while the average apartment in Wilde Lake costs $3,595.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Wilde Lake?
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 13 regular apartments in Wilde Lake 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 Wilde Lake?
Cheap apartments in Wilde Lake have an average cost of $135 which is $3,460 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Wilde Lake.
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