
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Frederick Neighborhood of Frederick, MD from $1,100 (11 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Frederick area of Frederick.


Ox Fibre Apartments

Sharpe Square Apartments-62+ Seniors

Foundry Square Apartments

401 S Market St
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520 N. Market Apartments
Downtown Frederick, Frederick, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Frederick?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Frederick 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,466 | $1,105 | $1,600 |
| Downtown Frederick 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,668 | $1,324 | $1,906 |
| Downtown Frederick 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,545 | $1,950 | $3,500 |
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There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Frederick Neighborhood of Frederick, MD.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Frederick Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Frederick area of Frederick, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at Ox Fibre Apartments priced from $1,105. Sharpe Square Apartments-62+ Seniors has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,568. Here are the most affordable Downtown Frederick apartments for rent in Frederick, MD:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ox Fibre Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,105 |
| Sharpe Square Apartments-62+ Seniors | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,568 |
| Francis Scott Key | Two Bedroom/Two Bath Affordable | 2BR,2BA | $1,648 |
| Foundry Square Apartments | 2 Bedroom- Iron Hall | 2BR,2BA | $1,906 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Frederick, MD
As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Frederick area is the $1.70 price per square foot 419 N Market St Model at 419 N Market St, Unit Apt A in the in the Taskers Chance neighborhood starting from $1,695. The second greatest value Downtown Frederick apartment is the 2 Bedroom- Iron Hall Model at Foundry Square Apartments starting at $1,906 with a $2.05 price per square foot in the Taskers Chance neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Frederick apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 419 N Market St, Unit Apt A | 419 N Market St | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Foundry Square Apartments | 2 Bedroom- Iron Hall | 2BR,2BA | $2.05 |
| Francis Scott Key | Two Bedroom/1.5 Bath (TC) | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.78 |
| Ox Fibre Apartments | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $2.17 |
| Sharpe Square Apartments-62+ Seniors | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| 113 E Patrick St, Unit 3 | 113 E Patrick St | 1BR,1BA | $2.90 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Frederick Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Frederick?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Frederick is Ox Fibre Apartments which is listed at $1,105, while the average apartment in Downtown Frederick costs $2,187.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Frederick?
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 8 regular apartments in Downtown Frederick that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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