
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Dorsey Search Neighborhood of Ellicott City, MD from $400 (8 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Dorsey Search area of Ellicott City.


Ellicott Gardens

4688 Woodland Rd

10402 Baltimore National Pike, Unit 10402 A Balt.Natl.Pike

Burgess Mill Station Apartments

Selborne House of Dorsey Hall, Senior Living
Dorsey Search, Ellicott City, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dorsey Search?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dorsey Search Studio Apartments | $1,955 | $1,874 | $2,009 |
| Dorsey Search 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,996 | $489 | $10,000+ |
| Dorsey Search 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,204 | $586 | $3,700 |
| Dorsey Search 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,996 | $677 | $4,500 |
| Dorsey Search 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,290 | $2,820 | $3,761 |
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There are currently 8 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Dorsey Search Neighborhood of Ellicott City, MD.
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Cheapest Available Dorsey Search Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Dorsey Search area of Baltimore, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at Selborne House of Dorsey Hall, Senior Living priced from $1,315. ReNew Howard Crossing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,485. Here are the most affordable Dorsey Search apartments for rent in Baltimore, MD:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Selborne House of Dorsey Hall, Senior Living | The Ash | 1BR,1BA | $1,315 |
| ReNew Howard Crossing | Arcadia | 1BR,1BA | $1,485 |
| Chatham Gardens | CH1-1B-L | 1BR,1BA | $1,565 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dorsey Search, MD
As of November 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Dorsey Search area is the $1.73 price per square foot The Vernon Model at Townes at Pine Orchard in the in the Forest Creek neighborhood starting from $3,450. The second greatest value Dorsey Search apartment is the 4659 Montgomery Rd Model at 4659 Montgomery Rd, Unit Apt 2 starting at $2,400 with a $1.60 price per square foot in the Taylor Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Dorsey Search apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Townes at Pine Orchard | The Vernon | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.73 |
| 4659 Montgomery Rd, Unit Apt 2 | 4659 Montgomery Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Kaiser Park | Seneca | 2BR,2BA | $2.02 |
| Orchard Meadows Apartment Homes | West Spring | 2BR,2BA | $1.88 |
| Burgess Mill Station Apartments | Brampton | 2BR,2BA | $2.10 |
| The Elms at Falls Run | Butternut | 2BR,1BA | $2.15 |
| Orchard Crossing Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| Chatham Gardens | CH1-UG1B-L | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| Ellicott Grove | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| 10402 Baltimore National Pike, Unit 10402 A Balt.Natl.Pike | 10402 Baltimore National Pike | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDorsey Search, Ellicott City, MD
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Among cities in Maryland for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Dorsey Search Neighborhood in Ellicott City, MD
Walk Score®
44 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
34 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
26 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dorsey Search Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Dorsey Search?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Dorsey Search is under $1,736.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Dorsey Search?
The cheapest apartment in Dorsey Search is Selborne House of Dorsey Hall, Senior Living which is listed at $1,315, while the average apartment in Dorsey Search costs $3,881.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Dorsey Search?
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 15 regular apartments in Dorsey Search 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 Dorsey Search?
Cheap apartments in Dorsey Search have an average cost of $207 which is $3,674 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Dorsey Search.
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