
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Rock Creek Estates Neighborhood of Frederick, MD from $800 (55 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Rock Creek Estates area of Frederick.


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

Ox Fibre Apartments

Little Brook Apartments

The Grove At Alban

The Westwinds

Hamilton Station

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478A W South St, Unit B

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113 E Patrick St, Unit 3

701 Heather Ridge Dr
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The Apartments at Elmwood Terrace

The Junction

Sharpe Square Apartments-62+ Seniors

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25 N Market St

995 Heather Ridge Dr

The Residences at the Manor Apartments

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Willowdale Crossing

Potomac Commons

Francis Scott Key

Overlook East
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Fieldpointe

Prospect Hall Apartments

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The Fields at Rock Creek

The Retreat at Market Square

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

The Fred Apartment Homes

Apartments at Sunset

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

10 W All Saints St

607 Himes Ave
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480 W South St

EDE

Foundry Square Apartments

531 Lee Pl

2145 Wainwright Ct

The Terrace

2137 Wainwright Ct

Hickory Hill Apartments

2 James St

Brooklawn Apartments
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Frederick Greenes Apartments

Parkview Apartments

The Cascades of Frederick - Ages 62+

Overlook Manor Townhomes

The Apartments at Jefferson Chase

North Market - South Carroll Apartments

Creekside at Taskers Chance

Woodlawn Village

700M Heather Ridge Dr

700 Heather Ridge Dr
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Rock Creek Estates, Frederick, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Rock Creek Estates?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rock Creek Estates Studio Apartments | $1,676 | $1,133 | $2,125 |
| Rock Creek Estates 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,019 | $1,015 | $2,600 |
| Rock Creek Estates 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,263 | $886 | $3,485 |
| Rock Creek Estates 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,751 | $998 | $3,500 |
| Rock Creek Estates 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,120 | $2,539 | $3,431 |
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Cheapest Available Rock Creek Estates Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Rock Creek 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 Rock Creek 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 Cascades of Frederick - Ages 62+ | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,531 |
| Little Brook Apartments | The Frederick | 1BR,1BA | $1,545 |
| Sharpe Square Apartments-62+ Seniors | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,568 |
| Frederick Greenes Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,580 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rock Creek Estates, MD
As of June 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rock Creek Estates area is the $1.48 price per square foot 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath (Renovated) Model at The Westwinds in the in the Taskers Chance neighborhood starting from $1,639. The second greatest value Rock Creek Estates apartment is the 3BR 1BA (1065sf) Model at The Apartments at Elmwood Terrace starting at $2,079 with a $1.95 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Westwinds | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath (Renovated) | 2BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| The Apartments at Elmwood Terrace | 3BR 1BA (1065sf) | 3BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| Potomac Commons | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| 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 |
| 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 Residences at the Manor Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Colonial at Manor | 1BR,1BA | $2.02 |
| Sinclair Way | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Rock Creek Estates Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Rock Creek Estates?
The cheapest apartment in Rock Creek Estates is Sinclair Way which is listed at $1,015, while the average apartment in Rock Creek Estates costs $3,081.
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 13 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 $150 which is $2,931 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Rock Creek Estates.
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