
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Dorsey Search Neighborhood of Ellicott City, MD from $800 (15 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Dorsey Search area of Ellicott City.


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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 | $2,090 | $1,997 | $2,459 |
| Dorsey Search 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,005 | $1,075 | $3,041 |
| Dorsey Search 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,298 | $1,550 | $3,556 |
| Dorsey Search 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,117 | $1,774 | $4,250 |
| Dorsey Search 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,154 | $2,012 | $3,700 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 15 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 $1,075. The Vision at Parkway has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,083. 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 Dogwood | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| The Vision at Parkway | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,083 |
| Burgess Mill Station Apartments | Patuxent- Garden | 1BR,1BA | $1,086 |
| ReNew Howard Crossing | Amsterdam | 1BR,1BA | $1,584 |
| 8294 Main St | 1 Bedroom in Historic Ellicott City | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dorsey Search, MD
As of June 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dorsey Search area is the $1.53 price per square foot The Centennial Model at Dorsey Overlook in the in the Taylor Village neighborhood starting from $3,799. The second greatest value Dorsey Search apartment is the 4659 Montgomery Rd Model at 4659 Montgomery Rd starting at $1,600 with a $1.07 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dorsey Overlook | The Centennial | 3BR,3BA | $1.53 |
| 4659 Montgomery Rd | 4659 Montgomery Rd | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Ellicott Gardens | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.98 |
| Burgess Mill Station Apartments | Howard-Manor | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.82 |
| Columbia Glade | 2 Bedroom 1049 SqFt | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.87 |
| Orchard Park | Benson (1/1) | 1BR,1BA | $2.09 |
| The Vision at Parkway | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.24 |
| Plum Tree Apartments | 2B1B - Luxury | 2BR,1BA | $2.18 |
| Ellicott Grove | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.19 |
| Selborne House of Dorsey Hall, Senior Living | The Ash | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dorsey Search Apartments
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 $1,075, while the average apartment in Dorsey Search costs $3,645.
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 14 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 $242 which is $3,403 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Dorsey Search.
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