
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Cumberland, MD from $500 (24 Rentals)
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JFK Apartments

124-126 Greene St

527-529 N Centre St

211-213 Pennsylvania Ave

439-441 Cumberland St

410 Maryland Ave

212-214 Decatur St
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496 Williams St

14-20 S Mechanic St

324 Fayette St

323 Baltimore Ave

401 Arch St

508 Bedford St

38-40 Grand Ave

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Cumberland Meadows

Allegany Junction

Queen City Tower

Cumberland Arms

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Footer Building

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Magnolia Greene
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Cumberland, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cumberland?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Cumberland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $829 | $700 | $1,139 |
| Cheap Cumberland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $822 | $650 | $1,179 |
| Cheap Cumberland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,173 | $950 | $1,550 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Cumberland, MD
Pricing Updated: 04/24/2026Current apartment rentals in the Cumberland, MD area range in price from $650 to $1,550 with an overall median price of $1,015. The three Cumberland neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Downtown Cumberland at $650, East Side at $650, and North End at $650. Here is today’s list of the top 5 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Cumberland Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Cumberland | $995 | $650 | 8 |
| East Side | $995 | $650 | 8 |
| North End | $995 | $650 | 8 |
| South Cumberland | $995 | $650 | 9 |
| West Side | $1,097 | $650 | 10 |
Cheapest Available Cumberland Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orchard Mews | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $971 |
| Allegany Junction | 2 Bedroom/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,166 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cumberland, MD
As of April 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cumberland area is the $1.33 price per square foot 2 Bedroom/1 Bath Model at Allegany Junction in the in the East Side neighborhood starting from $1,166. The second greatest value Cumberland apartment is the One Bedroom Model at Orchard Mews starting at $971 with a $1.38 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Cumberland apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allegany Junction | 2 Bedroom/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Orchard Mews | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| 112 E Fourth St, Unit 112 Fourth Street | 112 E Fourth St | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
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Kim • 4+ years in Cumberland
November 5, 2025The cost for these rentals are entirely too much for this area
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cumberland Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cumberland Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cumberland Apartment is $971 at Orchard Mews.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Cumberland Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Cumberland is starting from $986 at Orchard Mews.
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