Cheap Homes for Rent in the Forest Creek Neighborhood of Ellicott City, MD from $800 (11 Rentals)

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1 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Sep 1

5773 Yellowrose Ct

ColumbiaMD21045

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8521 Main St

Ellicott CityMD21043

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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. ReNew Howard Crossing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,534. Here are the most affordable Forest Creek apartments for rent in Baltimore, MD:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Selborne House of Dorsey Hall, Senior LivingThe Dogwood1BR,1BA$1,075
ReNew Howard CrossingAmsterdam1BR,1BA$1,534
Aspen at Lake Trail1 BEDROOM JR1BR,1BA$1,560
Autumn Crest1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,615
8294 Main St1 Bedroom in Historic Ellicott City1BR,1BA$1,650

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest Creek, MD

As of July 26, 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 Ellicott City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Forest Creek apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Dorsey OverlookThe Centennial3BR,3BA$1.53
4659 Montgomery Rd4659 Montgomery Rd1BR,1BA$1.07
Ellicott Gardens3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.98
Columbia GladeRenovated Two Bed Two Bath2BR,2BA$2.16
Westerlee Apartment HomesTwo Bedroom 2 Bath - 1,075 sqft2BR,2BA$1.66
Orchard ParkBenson (1/1)1BR,1BA$2.17
Burgess Mill Station ApartmentsWaverly-Garden2BR,2BA$1.85
Elms MontjoyBradenton2BR,1BA$1.94
Plum Tree Apartments2B1B - Classic2BR,1BA$2.02
Chatham GardensCH1-1B-L1BR,1BA$2.17

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Frequently Asked Questions about Forest Creek

What type of rentals are currently available in Forest Creek?

There are currently 68 Apartments for Rent in Forest Creek, MD with pricing that ranges from $1,075 to $4,350. There are also 56 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Forest Creek ranging from $850 to $5,200.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Forest Creek?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Forest Creek ranges from $850 to $5,200 with an average monthly rent of $2,931.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Forest Creek?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Forest Creek range from $1,959 to $4,350, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,100 to $3,700. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,495.

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