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Selborne House of Dorsey Hall, Senior Living
5320 Dorsey Hall DrEllicott City, MD 21042
3413 Centennial Ln
Ellicott CityMD21042
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Columbia
9653 Whiteacre RdColumbia, MD 21045
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Waverly Gardens Senior Community (62+)
10801 Enfield DrWoodstock, MD 21163
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Monarch Mills Apartments
7213-7233 Oakland Mills RdColumbia, MD 21046
9653 White Acre Rd
ColumbiaMD21045
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8905 Tamar DrColumbia, MD 21045
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9650 White Acre RdColumbia, MD 21045
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Columbia Pointe
5764 Stevens Forest RdColumbia, MD 21045
9220 Old Lantern Way
LaurelMD20723
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7100 Ducketts LnElkridge, MD 21075
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8782 Cloudleap CtColumbia, MD 21045
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Howard County, MD Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Howard County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Howard County Studio Apartments | $2,638 | $1,758 | $6,374 |
| Howard County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,313 | $360 | $9,946 |
| Howard County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,375 | $429 | $10,000+ |
| Howard County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,317 | $492 | $10,000+ |
| Howard County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,073 | $2,770 | $5,889 |
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Cheapest Available Howard County Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Howard County, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at Selborne House of Dorsey Hall, Senior Living in the Taylor Village neighborhood priced from $1,075. Columbia in the Forest Creek neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,200. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Howard County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Selborne House of Dorsey Hall, Senior Living | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Columbia | Anthony | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Park View at Laurel | One-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,305 |
| Waverly Gardens Senior Community (62+) | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,352 |
| Monarch Mills Apartments | Lantana | 1BR,1BA | $1,390 |
| Columbia Landing Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,455 |
| The Seasons | Sunflower | 1BR,1BA | $1,492 |
| The Village at Elkridge | Essex 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
| The Timbers at Long Reach | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Plum Tree Apartments | 1B1B - Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $1,508 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Howard County, MD
As of June 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Howard County area is the $1.71 price per square foot Calvert Model at Kaiser Park in the in the Taylor Village neighborhood starting from $3,275. The second greatest value Howard County apartment is the Wellington Model at 62Eleven starting at $2,587 with a $1.79 price per square foot in the Gatherings at Lyndwood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Howard County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Kaiser Park | Calvert | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.71 |
| 62Eleven | Wellington | 2BR,2BA | $1.79 |
| Orchard Club Apartments | Two Bed/ Two Bath Twin Master | 2BR,2BA | $1.75 |
| Poplar Glen | The Dogwood | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.80 |
| Cedar Place | Hickory | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.81 |
| Columbia Landing Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| The Timbers at Long Reach | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| Columbia | Anthony | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Park View at Laurel | One-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| Selborne House of Dorsey Hall, Senior Living | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Howard County Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Howard County?
The cheapest apartment in Howard County is Selborne House of Dorsey Hall, Senior Living which is listed at $1,075, while the average apartment in Howard County costs $9,000.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Howard County?
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 30 regular apartments in Howard County 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 Howard County?
Cheap apartments in Howard County have an average cost of $134 which is $8,866 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Howard County.
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A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
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