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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Old Ellicott City Neighborhood of Ellicott City, MD from $800 (12 Rentals)
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$1,305 - $3,0451 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Burgess Mill Station Apartments
3050 Milltowne DrEllicott City, MD 21043
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$1,3151 Bedroom Apartments Available Jan 9, 2026
Selborne House of Dorsey Hall, Senior Living
5320 Dorsey Hall DrEllicott City, MD 21042
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$1,469 - $2,6791 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
ReNew Howard Crossing
8732 Town and Country BlvdEllicott City, MD 21043
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$1,476 - $2,5991 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Chatham Gardens
3372 N Chatham RdEllicott City, MD 21042
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$1,695 - $2,7001 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Renaissance Hills at Ellicott City
3182 Normandy Woods DrEllicott City, MD 21043
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$1,489 - $2,2541 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Old Orchard
1 Stayman CtCatonsville, MD 21228
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$1,600 - $3,1011 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Westerlee Apartment Homes
8 Poolside CtCatonsville, MD 21228
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Old Ellicott City, Ellicott City, MD Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Old Ellicott City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| Old Ellicott City Studio Apartments | $2,375 | $1,859 | $3,281 |
| Old Ellicott City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,865 | $1,305 | $4,343 |
| Old Ellicott City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,085 | $1,599 | $4,287 |
| Old Ellicott City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,278 | $1,976 | $4,500 |
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There are currently 12 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Old Ellicott City Neighborhood of Ellicott City, MD.
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Cheapest Available Old Ellicott City Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Old Ellicott City area of Ellicott City, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at ReNew Howard Crossing priced from $1,469. Old Orchard has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,499. Here are the most affordable Old Ellicott City apartments for rent in Ellicott City, MD:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| ReNew Howard Crossing | Anderson | 1BR,1BA | $1,469 |
| Old Orchard | 1B-L | 1BR,1BA | $1,499 |
| Westerlee Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 832 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| Burgess Mill Station Apartments | Patuxent- Garden | 1BR,1BA | $1,640 |
| Renaissance Hills at Ellicott City | The Noach | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old Ellicott City, MD
As of December 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Old Ellicott City 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 Old Ellicott City apartment is the Calvert Model at Kaiser Park starting at $3,176 with a $1.65 price per square foot in the Taylor Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Old Ellicott City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Dorsey Overlook | The Centennial | 3BR,3BA | $1.53 |
| Kaiser Park | Calvert | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.65 |
| 4659 Montgomery Rd, Unit Apt 2 | 4659 Montgomery Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Orchard Meadows Apartment Homes | West Spring | 2BR,2BA | $1.88 |
| Burgess Mill Station Apartments | Brampton | 2BR,2BA | $2.10 |
| Orchard Crossing Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| Westerlee Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 832 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| Chatham Gardens | CH1-UG1B-L | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Columbia Glade | 1 Bedroom 800SqFt | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| Old Orchard | 1B-L | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 |
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3.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Old Ellicott City Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Old Ellicott City?
The cheapest apartment in Old Ellicott City is ReNew Howard Crossing which is listed at $1,469, while the average apartment in Old Ellicott City costs $3,201.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Old Ellicott City?
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 Old Ellicott City 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 Old Ellicott City?
Cheap apartments in Old Ellicott City have an average cost of $244 which is $2,957 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Old Ellicott City.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.
How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!