
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Dorchester County, MD from $400 (14 Rentals)
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Prospect Heights Apartments

Calvin Mowbray Park & Stephen Camper Park

510 S Main St

New Horizons

Glenburn Garden House Apartments

401 N Seaway Ln
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612-616 Race St

Shiloh House Apartments

Cambridge Club

Greenwood Village Apartments

Conifer Village At Cambridge

Cambridge Commons

Crusader Arms Apartments
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Dorchester County, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dorchester County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dorchester County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,246 | $1,176 | $1,300 |
| Dorchester County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,306 | $626 | $2,000 |
| Dorchester County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,132 | $1,132 | $1,132 |
| Dorchester County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,348 | $1,348 | $1,348 |
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Cheapest Available Dorchester County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Dorchester County, MD is a 2 Beds unit found at Hudson Townhomes in the Blackwater Landing neighborhood priced from $626. Prospect Heights Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,132. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dorchester County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hudson Townhomes | 2 bed / 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $626 |
| Prospect Heights Apartments | 3BR 1.5BA | 3BR,1BA | $1,132 |
| Bradford House | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,176 |
| Woods Crossing Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Parkside Village Apartments | 4 Beds, 2 baths | 4BR,2BA | $1,348 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dorchester County, MD
As of June 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dorchester County area is the $1.10 price per square foot 4 Beds, 2 baths Model at Parkside Village Apartments in the in the Blackwater Landing neighborhood starting from $1,348. The second greatest value Dorchester County apartment is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Model at Bradford House starting at $1,176 with a $2.23 price per square foot in the Blackwater Landing neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Dorchester County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkside Village Apartments | 4 Beds, 2 baths | 4BR,2BA | $1.10 |
| Bradford House | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.23 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dorchester County Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Dorchester County Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Dorchester County Apartment is $1,176 at Bradford House.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Dorchester County Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Dorchester County is starting from $626 at Hudson Townhomes.
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