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10850 Green Mountain Cir

4 Cedar Springs Ct
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2008 Patapsco Glen Rd

10 Three Willows Ct

10025 Century Dr

8721 Hayshed Ln

7665 Gladstone Rd, Unit Gladstone 6

6021 Majors Ln, Unit 5

5232 W Running Brook Rd

8652 Worn Mountain Way

5590 Vantage Point Rd
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Ellicott City, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Ellicott City?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Ellicott City 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,945 | $1,650 | $2,250 |
Ellicott City 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,037 | $2,200 | $3,500 |
Ellicott City 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,839 | $2,950 | $8,000 |
Ellicott City 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,800 | $4,800 | $4,800 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Ellicott City, MD
Pricing Updated: 06/19/2025Current apartment rentals in the Ellicott City, MD area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Ellicott City Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Old Ellicott City | $3,140 | $1,500 | 61 |
Cheapest Available Ellicott City Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Ellicott City, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at Selborne House of Dorsey Hall, Senior Living in the Taylor Village neighborhood priced from $1,075. Columbia in the Forest Creek neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,200. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Ellicott City apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Selborne House of Dorsey Hall, Senior Living | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
Columbia | Anthony | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
Tuscany Woods Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Junior | 1BR,1BA | $1,274 |
Security Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,283 |
Waverly Gardens Senior Community (62+) | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,352 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ellicott City, MD
As of June 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ellicott City area is the $1.91 price per square foot B3 Model at Ellicott Grove in the in the Taylor Village neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Ellicott City apartment is the Hickory Model at Cedar Place starting at $1,914 with a $1.81 price per square foot in the Patuxent Chase neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ellicott City apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Ellicott Grove | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $1.91 |
Cedar Place | Hickory | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.81 |
Queens Ridge Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.60 |
Columbia Landing Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.75 |
Fairbrook Park | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $1.61 |
Columbia Pointe | 1BR 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
The Timbers at Long Reach | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
Tuscany Gardens Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
Columbia | Anthony | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
Selborne House of Dorsey Hall, Senior Living | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Ellicott City
What type of rentals are currently available in Ellicott City?
There are currently 114 Apartments for Rent in Ellicott City, MD with pricing that ranges from $360 to $14,926. There are also 55 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Ellicott City ranging from $1,600 to $8,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Ellicott City?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Ellicott City ranges from $1,600 to $8,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,044.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Ellicott City?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Ellicott City range from $492 to $14,926, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,200 to $3,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,950 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,770.
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