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Frederick, MD Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Frederick, MD

Pricing Updated: 09/09/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Frederick, MD area range in price from $1,100 to $4,123 with an overall median price of $2,750. The three Frederick neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Downtown Frederick at $1,125, Hillcrest Orchards at $1,100, and Ballenger Creek at $1,381. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Frederick Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Downtown Frederick$2,311$1,1257
Hillcrest Orchards$2,311$1,10072
Ballenger Creek$2,314$1,38151
Centergate$2,371$1,100138
Ballenger Creek Center$2,383$1,100132
Brigadoon$2,529$1,100139
Carrollton$2,529$1,100148
Catoctin Park$2,529$1,100139
Field Pointe$2,529$1,100138
Frederick Heights$2,529$1,10079

Cheapest Available Frederick Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Frederick, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at The Apartments at Elmwood Terrace in the Taskers Chance neighborhood priced from $1,372. The Cascades of Frederick - Ages 62+ in the Taskers Chance neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,375. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Frederick apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Apartments at Elmwood Terrace1BR 1BA (665sf)1BR,1BA$1,372
The Cascades of Frederick - Ages 62+1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,375
Sinclair WayOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,381

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Frederick, MD

As of September 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Frederick area is the $1.50 price per square foot 8002 Cattail Ct Model at 8002 Cattail Ct, Unit Townhouse in the in the Sun Meadow neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Frederick apartment is the C Model at Overlook at Avalon starting at $2,129 with a $1.36 price per square foot in the Taskers Chance neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Frederick apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
8002 Cattail Ct, Unit Townhouse8002 Cattail Ct3BR,2.5BA$1.50
Overlook at AvalonC3BR,3BA$1.36
Mountain Glen Apartments3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.72
Brooklawn Apartments3 Bed-2 Bath w/balcony3BR,2BA$1.57
Century ClearbrookThe Montreal2BR,2BA$1.91
The Apartments at Wellington Trace2BR 2BA (1070sf)2BR,2BA$1.89
The Fred Apartment Homes2 Bedroom (A)2BR,2BA$1.67
Potomac Commons1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.79
The Grove At Alban1 BR1BR,1BA$1.82
The Residences at the Manor Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath Colonial at Manor1BR,1BA$2.00

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Frederick, MD

Ranked #56

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Frederick

What type of rentals are currently available in Frederick?

There are currently 174 Apartments for Rent in Frederick, MD with pricing that ranges from $1,100 to $4,123. There are also 115 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Frederick ranging from $800 to $5,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Frederick?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Frederick ranges from $800 to $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,777.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Frederick?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Frederick range from $1,616 to $4,123, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,949 to $4,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,350 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,529.

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