
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Dorsey Search Neighborhood of Ellicott City, MD from $400 (5 Rentals)
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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 | $1,939 | $1,859 | $2,100 |
| Dorsey Search 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,900 | $489 | $3,150 |
| Dorsey Search 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,176 | $586 | $3,700 |
| Dorsey Search 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,074 | $677 | $4,575 |
| Dorsey Search 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,820 | $2,820 | $2,820 |
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There are currently 5 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 ReNew Howard Crossing priced from $1,469. Plum Tree Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,508. Here are the most affordable Dorsey Search apartments for rent in Baltimore, MD:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| ReNew Howard Crossing | Anderson | 1BR,1BA | $1,469 |
| Plum Tree Apartments | 1B1B - Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $1,508 |
| Harpers Forest | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,529 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dorsey Search, MD
As of January 02, 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 The Vernon Model at Townes at Pine Orchard starting at $3,450 with a $1.73 price per square foot in the Forest Creek 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 |
| 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 | Gambrill | 2BR,2BA | $2.09 |
| Chatham Gardens | CH2-UG2B-L | 2BR,2BA | $2.03 |
| 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 | $2.16 |
| Orchard Crossing Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| Ellicott Grove | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.16 |
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 ReNew Howard Crossing which is listed at $1,469, while the average apartment in Dorsey Search costs $3,913.
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 $208 which is $3,705 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Dorsey Search.
Expert Rental Resources
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