
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Forest Creek Neighborhood of Ellicott City, MD from $800 (43 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Forest Creek area of Ellicott City.


Burgess Mill Station Apartments

Ellicott Gardens II

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ReNew Howard Crossing

3856 New Cut Rd

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4659 Montgomery Rd

8294 Main St
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Chatham Gardens

Ellicott Grove

Renaissance Hills at Ellicott City

3774 St Paul St

Elms Falls Run

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Tiber Hudson

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8382 Montgomery Run Rd

7 Stardust Ct

Aspen at Lake Trail

Columbia Landing Apartments

Autumn Crest

The Brook At Columbia

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Autumn Town Center
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Legacy at Twin Rivers

9629 White Acre Rd

Orchard Crossing Apartments

10580 Cross Fox Ln

8723 Hayshed Ln

Columbia Glade

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Versa

8503 Falls Run Rd

8503 Falls Run Rd, Unit B

10360 Swift Stream Pl, Unit 4-107

Waverly Winds

The Bluffs at Fairway Hills Apartments

9653 White Acre Rd

8709 Hayshed Ln
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Forest Ridge

8369 Montgomery Run Rd

8360 Montgomery Run Rd, Unit D
Forest Creek, Ellicott City, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Forest Creek?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Creek Studio Apartments | $2,109 | $2,007 | $2,459 |
| Forest Creek 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,020 | $1,075 | $3,041 |
| Forest Creek 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,268 | $1,550 | $3,556 |
| Forest Creek 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,060 | $1,774 | $4,250 |
| Forest Creek 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,495 | $3,495 | $3,495 |
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There are currently 43 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Forest Creek Neighborhood of Ellicott City, MD.
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Cheapest Available Forest Creek Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Forest Creek area of Baltimore, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at Selborne House of Dorsey Hall, Senior Living priced from $1,075. Burgess Mill Station Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,086. Here are the most affordable Forest Creek 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 |
| Burgess Mill Station Apartments | Patuxent- Garden | 1BR,1BA | $1,086 |
| Aspen at Lake Trail | 1 BEDROOM JR | 1BR,1BA | $1,560 |
| Columbia Landing Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,575 |
| ReNew Howard Crossing | Amsterdam | 1BR,1BA | $1,584 |
| Plum Tree Apartments | 1B1B & Den (Classic & Deluxe) | 1BR,1BA | $1,628 |
| Westerlee Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 832 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,635 |
| 8294 Main St | 1 Bedroom in Historic Ellicott City | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| The Brook At Columbia | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest Creek, MD
As of June 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Forest Creek 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 Forest Creek 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 Forest Creek 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 |
| Columbia Landing Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| Westerlee Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 832 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| Ellicott Grove | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.19 |
| Selborne House of Dorsey Hall, Senior Living | The Ash | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Forest Creek Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Forest Creek?
The cheapest apartment in Forest Creek is Selborne House of Dorsey Hall, Senior Living which is listed at $1,075, while the average apartment in Forest Creek costs $3,695.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Forest Creek?
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 Forest Creek 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 Forest Creek?
Cheap apartments in Forest Creek have an average cost of $178 which is $3,517 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Forest Creek.
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