
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Old Ellicott City Neighborhood of Ellicott City, MD from $800 (10 Rentals)
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Selborne House of Dorsey Hall, Senior Living

ReNew Howard Crossing

Chatham Gardens

Plum Tree Apartments

8486 Main St
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Old Ellicott City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Ellicott City Studio Apartments | $2,484 | $2,009 | $3,281 |
| Old Ellicott City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,874 | $1,305 | $4,343 |
| Old Ellicott City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,071 | $1,625 | $4,072 |
| Old Ellicott City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,018 | $1,976 | $4,200 |
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There are currently 10 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 Selborne House of Dorsey Hall, Senior Living priced from $1,315. ReNew Howard Crossing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,485. Here are the most affordable Old Ellicott City apartments for rent in Ellicott City, MD:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Selborne House of Dorsey Hall, Senior Living | The Ash | 1BR,1BA | $1,315 |
| ReNew Howard Crossing | Arcadia | 1BR,1BA | $1,485 |
| Plum Tree Apartments | 1B1B - Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $1,508 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old Ellicott City, MD
As of November 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Old Ellicott City area is the $1.60 price per square foot 4659 Montgomery Rd Model at 4659 Montgomery Rd, Unit Apt 2 in the in the Taylor Village neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Old Ellicott City apartment is the B3 Model at Ellicott Grove starting at $2,095 with a $1.90 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4659 Montgomery Rd, Unit Apt 2 | 4659 Montgomery Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Ellicott Grove | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $1.90 |
| Kaiser Park | Seneca | 2BR,2BA | $2.02 |
| Burgess Mill Station Apartments | Brampton | 2BR,2BA | $2.10 |
| Westerlee Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom - 968 sqft | 2BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Orchard Crossing Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| Chatham Gardens | CH1-UG1B-L | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| Columbia Glade | 1 Bedroom 770SqFt | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
| ReNew Howard Crossing | Amsterdam | 1BR,1BA | $2.36 |
| Selborne House of Dorsey Hall, Senior Living | The Ash | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleOld Ellicott City, Ellicott City, MD
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Among cities in Maryland for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Old Ellicott City Neighborhood in Ellicott City, MD
Walk Score®
70 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
23 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
25 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 Selborne House of Dorsey Hall, Senior Living which is listed at $1,315, while the average apartment in Old Ellicott City costs $3,045.
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 15 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 $332 which is $2,713 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Old Ellicott City.
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