
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the College Estates Neighborhood of Frederick, MD from $800 (49 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the College Estates area of Frederick.


2550 Emerson Drive, Unit 1st-floor bedroom (XL)

Ox Fibre Apartments

Little Brook Apartments

The Grove At Alban

Hamilton Station

The Westwinds

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24 Hamilton Ave, Unit C

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478A W South St, Unit B
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113 E Patrick St, Unit 3

The Junction

Sharpe Square Apartments-62+ Seniors

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Willowdale Crossing

995 Heather Ridge Dr

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25 N Market St

The Residences at the Manor Apartments

Potomac Commons

Francis Scott Key
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Overlook East

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419 N Market St, Unit Apt A

The Retreat at Market Square

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1001 Heather Ridge Dr, Unit 1001 Heather Ridge Dr, Frederick, MD 21702

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The Fields at Rock Creek

Apartments at Sunset

997-C HEATHER RIDGE DR, 3C, Unit 3C

480 W South St

EDE
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Foundry Square Apartments

Bainbridge Market Commons

VistaView

The Terrace

Upper East

207 W 5th St, Unit 207W 5th Street B

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The Park at Walnut Ridge

The Village Center Apartments At Wormans Mill*

East of Market
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123 E 6th St

Derbyshire

2 James St

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Frederick Greenes Apartments

Parkview Apartments

Overlook Manor Townhomes

The Apartments at Jefferson Chase

North Market - South Carroll Apartments
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700M Heather Ridge Dr

Overlook at Avalon

1746 Springfield Ln

Detrick Homes
College Estates, Frederick, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in College Estates?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| College Estates Studio Apartments | $1,745 | $1,133 | $2,130 |
| College Estates 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,041 | $1,015 | $2,660 |
| College Estates 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,338 | $886 | $3,500 |
| College Estates 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,909 | $998 | $3,500 |
| College Estates 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,120 | $2,539 | $3,431 |
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There are currently 49 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the College Estates Neighborhood of Frederick, MD.
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Cheapest Available College Estates Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the College Estates area of Frederick, MD is a 2 Beds unit found at Sinclair Way priced from $886. Ox Fibre Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,105. Here are the most affordable College Estates apartments for rent in Frederick, MD:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sinclair Way | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $886 |
| Ox Fibre Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,105 |
| The Grove At Alban | 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $1,223 |
| Hamilton Station | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,338 |
| The Westwinds | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath (Renovated) | 1BR,1BA | $1,339 |
| Little Brook Apartments | The Frederick | 1BR,1BA | $1,545 |
| Sharpe Square Apartments-62+ Seniors | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,568 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in College Estates, MD
As of June 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the College Estates area is the $1.98 price per square foot 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Model at The Village Center Apartments At Wormans Mill* in the in the Sun Meadow neighborhood starting from $2,552. The second greatest value College Estates apartment is the 419 N Market St Model at 419 N Market St, Unit Apt A starting at $1,695 with a $1.70 price per square foot in the Taskers Chance neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for College Estates apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Village Center Apartments At Wormans Mill* | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.98 |
| 419 N Market St, Unit Apt A | 419 N Market St | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Potomac Commons | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Francis Scott Key | Two Bedroom/1.5 Bath (TC) | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.78 |
| 1001 Heather Ridge Dr, Unit 1001 Heather Ridge Dr, Frederick, MD 21702 | 1001 Heather Ridge Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| The Grove At Alban | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| 478A W South St, Unit B | 478A W South St | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| The Westwinds | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath (Renovated) | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| 24 Hamilton Ave, Unit C | 24 Hamilton Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| Sinclair Way | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
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Among cities in Maryland for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in College Estates, Frederick, MD
North Frederick Elementary
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap College Estates Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in College Estates?
The cheapest apartment in College Estates is Sinclair Way which is listed at $1,015, while the average apartment in College Estates costs $3,172.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in College Estates?
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 11 regular apartments in College Estates 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 College Estates?
Cheap apartments in College Estates have an average cost of $102 which is $3,070 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in College Estates.
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