
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Ellicott City, MD (92 Rentals)


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Ellicott City, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ellicott City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ellicott City Studio Apartments | $2,057 | $1,803 | $3,281 |
Ellicott City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,893 | $489 | $4,343 |
| Ellicott City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,046 | $586 | $4,072 |
| Ellicott City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,902 | $677 | $4,575 |
| Ellicott City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,820 | $2,820 | $2,820 |
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Ellicott City 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood
Availability Confirmed As of: January 02, 2026There are currently 33 available 1 Bedroom apartment units in Ellicott City, MD neighborhoods that range in price from $1,305 to $4,343. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Ellicott City with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:
| Neighborhood | Available Units | Median Price | Min Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Ellicott City | 33 | $1,725 | $1,305 |
Largest Available Ellicott City 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Ellicott City, MD is found at TENmflats in the Patuxent Chase neighborhood and is 1,052 square feet priced from $2,469. Aspen at Lake Trail in the Southwoods neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,028 square feet and currently listed start at $1,740. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Ellicott City:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| TENmflats | M.12b2/den | 1,052 Sq Ft | $2,469 |
| Aspen at Lake Trail | 1 BEDROOM WITH DEN | 1,028 Sq Ft | $1,740 |
| Burgess Mill Station Apartments | Patapsco-Manor/Garage | 974 Sq Ft | $1,820 |
| The Apartments at Tamar Meadow | 1BR 1BA | 931 Sq Ft | $1,843 |
| Montrose Manor | 1 Bedroom | 930 Sq Ft | $1,999 |
| Lakehouse | 1 Bed/1 Bath Den-B02 | 895 Sq Ft | $3,110 |
| eaves Columbia Town Center | A2 | 885 Sq Ft | $1,908 |
| Juniper | AD-1 | 882 Sq Ft | $2,573 |
Cheapest Available Ellicott City 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of January 02, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Ellicott City, MD is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Model starting from $1,230 at Security Park Apartments in the Westerlee neighborhood. The second most affordable Ellicott City 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom Model at Fairbrook Park starting at $1,243 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Ellicott City is currently $1,893. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Ellicott City:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Security Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | $1,230 |
| Fairbrook Park | 1 Bedroom | $1,243 |
| Waverly Gardens Senior Community (62+) | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $1,263 |
| Tuscany Woods Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Junior | $1,274 |
| Tuscany Gardens Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | $1,405 |
| ReNew Howard Crossing | Anderson | $1,469 |
| Aspen at Lake Trail | 1 BEDROOM JR | $1,490 |
| Plum Tree Apartments | 1B1B - Deluxe | $1,508 |
| Columbia Landing Apartments | 1 Bedroom | $1,528 |
| Harpers Forest | 1 Bedroom | $1,529 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Ellicott City Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Ellicott City with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Ellicott City is at Security Park Apartments listed at $1,230.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Ellicott City Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Ellicott City is $1,893.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Ellicott City Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Ellicott City is a 1,052 square feet unit starting from $2,469 at TENmflats.
What is the average size for Ellicott City 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Ellicott City is currently 408 sq ft.
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