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

Orchard Mews

JFK Apartments

124-126 Greene St

211-213 Pennsylvania Ave

439-441 Cumberland St

527-529 N Centre St
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410 Maryland Ave

212-214 Decatur St

496 Williams St

14-20 S Mechanic St

324 Fayette St

323 Baltimore Ave

401 Arch St

508 Bedford St
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38-40 Grand Ave

Bel Air Apartments

Queen City Tower

Cumberland Arms

Footer Building

Old Town Manor Apartments

Cresap Knoll Apartments

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 Studio Apartments | $625 | $625 | $625 |
| Cheap Cumberland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $845 | $577 | $1,500 |
| Cheap Cumberland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $864 | $497 | $1,179 |
| Cheap Cumberland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $947 | $804 | $1,039 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Cumberland, MD
Pricing Updated: 06/08/2026Current 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:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Cumberland | $1,000 | $497 | 17 |
| East Side | $1,000 | $497 | 23 |
| North End | $1,000 | $497 | 20 |
| South Cumberland | $1,000 | $497 | 23 |
| West Side | $1,000 | $650 | 15 |
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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cumberland Meadows | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $410 |
| Allegany Junction | 2 Bedroom/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $497 |
| Orchard Mews | One Bedroom | 1BR,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allegany Junction | 3 Bedroom/2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $0.77 |
| 619 Baker St, Unit #2 | 619 Baker St | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| Cumberland Meadows | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.58 |
| Orchard Mews | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| 112 E Fourth St, Unit 112 Fourth Street | 112 E Fourth St | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
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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
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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