Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Rock Creek Estates Neighborhood of Frederick, MD from $800 (24 Rentals)

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2 James St
2 Bedroom Apartments

2 James St

2 James StFrederick, MD 21701
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Hamilton Station
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Hamilton Station

33 Hamilton AveFrederick, MD 21701
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1 Bedroom Apartments

Parkview Apartments

750 Carroll PkyFrederick, MD 21701
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2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Detrick Homes

6000 Ditto AveFort Detrick, MD 21702
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Rock Creek Estates, Frederick, MD Local Guide

Cheapest Available Rock Creek Estates Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Rock Creek Estates area of Frederick, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at Creekside at Taskers Chance priced from $1,290. Foundry Square (Senior 62+) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,299. Here are the most affordable Rock Creek Estates apartments for rent in Frederick, MD:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Creekside at Taskers Chance1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,290
Foundry Square (Senior 62+)1 Bedroom- Sterling Lodge (Senior 62+)1BR,1BA$1,299
The Cascades of Frederick - Ages 62+1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,375
Sinclair WayOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,381
Ox Fibre ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,388

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rock Creek Estates, MD

As of June 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rock Creek Estates area is the $1.65 price per square foot A Model at Overlook at Avalon in the in the Taskers Chance neighborhood starting from $2,070. The second greatest value Rock Creek Estates apartment is the 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath (Renovated) Model at The Westwinds starting at $1,646 with a $1.49 price per square foot in the Taskers Chance neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rock Creek Estates apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Overlook at AvalonA3BR,2BA$1.65
The Westwinds2 Bedroom, 1 Bath (Renovated)2BR,1BA$1.49
The Fred Apartment Homes2 Bedroom (A)2BR,2BA$1.84
Brooklawn Apartments2 Bed-2 Bath w/balcony2BR,2BA$1.80
Willowdale Crossing2 Bedroom/1 Bathroom-10002BR,1BA$1.59
The Grove At Alban2 BR2BR,1BA$1.73
Potomac Commons1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.78
The Apartments at Elmwood Terrace2BR 1BA (925sf)2BR,1BA$1.89
248 W Patrick St, Unit 2248 W Patrick St1BR,1BA$1.75
Foundry Square (Senior 62+)1 Bedroom- Sterling Lodge (Senior 62+)1BR,1BA$1.78

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Rock Creek Estates, Frederick, MD

Ranked #10

Among neighborhoods in Frederick, MD for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across Maryland and customized analysis for Central Frederick. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places to raise kids, and more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Rock Creek Estates Neighborhood in Frederick, MD

Walk Score®

63 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

60 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

27 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Rock Creek Estates Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Rock Creek Estates?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Rock Creek Estates is under $1,545.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Rock Creek Estates?

The cheapest apartment in Rock Creek Estates is Foundry Square (Senior 62+) which is listed at $1,199, while the average apartment in Rock Creek Estates costs $2,900.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Rock Creek 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 9 regular apartments in Rock Creek 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 Rock Creek Estates?

Cheap apartments in Rock Creek Estates have an average cost of $160 which is $2,740 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Rock Creek Estates.

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