
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Highland, MD from $1,360 (53 Rentals)
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6636 Isle of Skye Dr, Unit 4

6636 Isle of Skye Dr

6636 Isle of Skye Dr

6636 Isle of Skye Dr, Unit 6636 Isle of Skye Drive

6636 Isle of Skye Dr, Unit Room 5

6636 Isle of Skye Dr

6636 Isle of Skye Dr

Aspen at Lake Trail

Flats at Sandy Spring
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Legacy at Cedar Lane

Columbia Commons

Autumn Crest

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Country Place

HOC at Willow Manor LLC - Fair Hill Farm

The Bluffs at Clary's Forest Apartments

Cedar Place

Harpers Forest

The Hamilton at Kings Place
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The Vision at Parkway

Clarys Crossing

Columbia Choice Apartments

Homes on Quaker Lane

eaves Columbia Town Center

Autumn Columbia

Poplar Glen

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Versa

The Greens at Columbia Apartments

Legacy at Twin Rivers
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Marlow

Ashton Green

Huntington Square

Merion

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10X Columbia Town Center

Eagle Rock Apartments at Columbia

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Juniper

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Beech's Farm

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Vista Wilde Lake
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Robinson Overlook

6600 S Trotter Rd

10902 Swansfield Rd

10530 Cross Fox Ln

The Verona at Oakland Mills

8268 Rippling Branch Rd

10549 Twin Rivers Rd

5019 Green Mountain Cir

7525 Weather Worn Way

5707 Harpers Farm Rd
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Highland, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Highland?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highland Studio Apartments | $1,867 | $1,385 | $2,173 |
| Highland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,159 | $1,360 | $3,391 |
| Highland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,455 | $1,720 | $5,512 |
| Highland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,960 | $2,120 | $4,953 |
| Highland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,790 | $2,721 | $2,860 |
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Cheapest Available Highland Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Highland, MD is a Studio unit found at Flats at Sandy Spring in the Olney Town Center neighborhood priced from $1,385. Legacy at Cedar Lane in the Patuxent Chase neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,411. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Highland apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flats at Sandy Spring | Studio - Income Restrictions Apply | Studio,1BA | $1,385 |
| Legacy at Cedar Lane | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,411 |
| Aspen at Lake Trail | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| HOC at Willow Manor LLC - Fair Hill Farm | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,626 |
| The Bluffs at Clary's Forest Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,638 |
| Cedar Place | Walnut | 1BR,1BA | $1,641 |
| Harpers Forest | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,649 |
| The Vision at Parkway | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,679 |
| Clarys Crossing | Camden | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| Homes on Quaker Lane | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,748 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Highland, MD and Nearby
As of September 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Highland area is the $1.32 price per square foot 3 Bedroom/2 Bath Model at Robinson Overlook in the in the Patuxent Chase neighborhood starting from $1,840. The second greatest value Highland apartment is the 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at Country Place starting at $2,715 with a $2.27 price per square foot in the Fairland Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Highland apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Robinson Overlook | 3 Bedroom/2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| Country Place | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $2.27 |
| Eagle Rock Apartments at Columbia | B1 - 2X2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.17 |
| Autumn Crest | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.84 |
| Aspen at Lake Trail | 1 Bedroom Den | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Flats at Sandy Spring | 2 Bedroom - Income Restrictions Apply | 2BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| The Greens at Columbia Apartments | 2BR 1BA (850sf) | 2BR,1BA | $2.30 |
| Cedar Place | Walnut | 1BR,1BA | $2.01 |
| Poplar Glen | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.30 |
| HOC at Willow Manor LLC - Fair Hill Farm | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Highland Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Highland?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Highland is at Flats at Sandy Spring listed at $1,385.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Highland Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Highland Apartment is $1,450 at Aspen at Lake Trail.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Highland Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Highland is starting from $1,411 at Legacy at Cedar Lane.
What is the most affordable Highland Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Highland Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Robinson Overlook and starts from $1,840.
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
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The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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