Cheap Homes for Rent in the Old Ellicott City Neighborhood of Ellicott City, MD from $1,550 (4 Rentals)

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Old Ellicott City, Ellicott City, MD Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old Ellicott City, MD

As of August 22, 2026 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 $3,421 with a $1.78 price per square foot in the Ellicott City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Old Ellicott City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Dorsey OverlookThe Centennial3BR,3BA$1.53
Kaiser ParkCalvert3BR,2.5BA$1.78
Old OrchardUG2B/D2BR,2BA$2.03
Columbia GladeRenovated Two Bed One and a Half Bath2BR,1.5BA$2.14
Burgess Mill Station ApartmentsWaverly-Garden2BR,2BA$1.85
Plum Tree Apartments2B1B - Luxury2BR,1BA$2.18
Elms MontjoyArrington1BR,1BA$2.39
Chatham GardensCH2-1B-U1BR,1BA$2.32
8294 Main St2 Bedroom in Historic Ellicott City2BR,1BA$2.57
Selborne House of Dorsey Hall, Senior LivingThe Ash1BR,1BA$2.26

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Old Ellicott City, Ellicott City, MD

Ranked #6

Among cities in Maryland for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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3.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Old Ellicott City

What type of rentals are currently available in Old Ellicott City?

There are currently 36 Apartments for Rent in Old Ellicott City, MD with pricing that ranges from $1,075 to $4,500. There are also 5 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Old Ellicott City ranging from $1,550 to $3,250.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Old Ellicott City?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Old Ellicott City ranges from $1,550 to $3,250 with an average monthly rent of $2,225.

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