Cheap Apartments for Rent in Cumberland, MD from $400 (24 Rentals)

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JFK Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

JFK Apartments

135 N Mechanic StCumberland, MD 21502
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124-126 Greene St
2 Bedroom Apartments

124-126 Greene St

124-126 Greene StCumberland, MD 21502

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410 Maryland Ave
Studio Apartments

410 Maryland Ave

410 Maryland AveCumberland, MD 21502
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496 Williams St
2 Bedroom Apartments

496 Williams St

496 Williams StCumberland, MD 21502
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14-20 S Mechanic St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

14-20 S Mechanic St

14-20 S Mechanic StCumberland, MD 21502
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324 Fayette St
1 Bedroom Apartments

324 Fayette St

324 Fayette StCumberland, MD 21502
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401 Arch St
1 Bedroom Apartments

401 Arch St

401 Arch StCumberland, MD 21502
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508 Bedford St
3 Bedroom Apartments

508 Bedford St

508 Bedford StCumberland, MD 21502

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38-40 Grand Ave
3 Bedroom Apartments

38-40 Grand Ave

38-40 Grand AveCumberland, MD 21502
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Bel Air Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bel Air Apartments

15819 McMullen HwyCumberland, MD 21502
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Queen City Tower
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Queen City Tower

235 Paca StCumberland, MD 21502
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Cumberland Arms
Studio Apartments

Cumberland Arms

10 N Liberty StCumberland, MD 21502
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Footer Building
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Footer Building

2 Howard StCumberland, MD 21502
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Cresap Knoll Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Cresap Knoll Apartments

12802-12810 N Cresap StCumberland, MD 21502
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Magnolia Greene
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Magnolia Greene

13000 Winchester RdLavale, MD 21502

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Cumberland, MD Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Cumberland, MD

Pricing Updated: 06/08/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Cumberland, MD area range in price from $497 to $1,500 with an overall median price of $1,000. The three Cumberland neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Downtown Cumberland at $497, East Side at $497, and North End at $497. Here is today’s list of the top 5 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Cumberland Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Downtown Cumberland$1,000$49717
East Side$1,000$49723
North End$1,000$49720
South Cumberland$1,000$49723
West Side$1,000$65015

Cheapest Available Cumberland Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Cumberland, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at Cumberland Meadows in the East Side neighborhood priced from $410. Allegany Junction in the East Side neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $497. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cumberland apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Cumberland Meadows1 Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$410
Allegany Junction2 Bedroom/1 Bath2BR,1BA$497
Orchard MewsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$971

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cumberland, MD

As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cumberland area is the $0.77 price per square foot 3 Bedroom/2 Bath Model at Allegany Junction in the in the East Side neighborhood starting from $804. The second greatest value Cumberland apartment is the 619 Baker St Model at 619 Baker St, Unit #2 starting at $800 with a $0.89 price per square foot in the West Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cumberland apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Allegany Junction3 Bedroom/2 Bath3BR,2BA$0.77
619 Baker St, Unit #2619 Baker St2BR,1BA$0.89
Cumberland Meadows1 Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$0.58
Orchard MewsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.38
112 E Fourth St, Unit 112 Fourth Street112 E Fourth St1BR,1BA$1.38

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cumberland Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Cumberland?

The cheapest apartment in Cumberland is Cumberland Meadows which is listed at $410, while the average apartment in Cumberland costs $1,000.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Cumberland?

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 29 regular apartments in Cumberland 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 Cumberland?

Cheap apartments in Cumberland have an average cost of $425 which is $575 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Cumberland.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.