
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lake Shore, MD from $600 (45 Rentals)
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Glen Forest Senior Apartments

The Villages at Marley Station Apartments

Windbrooke Apartments

Glen Mar Apartment Homes

Obery Court

Cedar Creek Apartment Homes

Southgate Apartments & Townhomes

Quail Hollow Apartment Homes
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Annabal Apartments

The Forest Apartments

Village Square Apartments and Townhomes

Colonial Square Apartments

Chesapeake Glen Apartment Homes

Gatewater Apartments

Oakridge Manor Apartments

Conte Lubrano Apartments

Twin Coves
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Hidden Woods Apartments

Calvert at Quarterfield Station

The Pointe at Harpers Mill

608 Jupiter Hills Ct, Unit Jupiter Hills Court, Unit Jupiter Hills Court

Harbour Gates Apartments

1072 River Bay Rd

TGM Creekside Village

The Reserve at Stoney Creek

Creekstone Village Apartments
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The Ashberry

758 209th St, Unit #2, Unit #2

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Maris

Bay Hills Apartments

678 Newbridge Ct

Islands of Fox Chase

Millersview Crossing

Glen Hollow Apartments

Towne Courts
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Aquahart Manor

Crain Court

Americana Southdale

Oakland Hills

104 Mountain Rd

1500 St Margarets Rd

643 Oakland Hills Dr

7703 Dover Rd

150 Dunlap Rd
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Lake Shore, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lake Shore?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Shore Studio Apartments | $1,640 | $1,091 | $2,072 |
| Lake Shore 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,665 | $662 | $2,826 |
| Lake Shore 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,899 | $734 | $3,308 |
| Lake Shore 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,460 | $774 | $3,295 |
| Lake Shore 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,995 | $2,995 | $2,995 |
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Cheapest Available Lake Shore Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Lake Shore, MD is a Studio unit found at The Villages at Marley Station Apartments in the Sloop Cove Landing neighborhood priced from $1,091. Windbrooke Apartments in the South Gate neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,142. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lake Shore apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Villages at Marley Station Apartments | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,091 |
| Windbrooke Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,142 |
| Glen Mar Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 681 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,235 |
| Cedar Creek Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 686 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,245 |
| Obery Court | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,277 |
| Quail Hollow Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,330 |
| Southgate Apartments & Townhomes | 1BED/1BATH SG3 | 1BR,1BA | $1,343 |
| Annabal Apartments | 1B_1Ba_Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1,345 |
| The Forest Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,381 |
| Village Square Apartments and Townhomes | Two Bedroom - 795 sqft | 2BR,1BA | $1,385 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lake Shore, MD and Nearby
As of April 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lake Shore area is the $1.94 price per square foot Three Bedroom 2.5 Bath Townhome - 1,330 sqft Model at Village Square Apartments and Townhomes in the in the South Gate neighborhood starting from $2,580. The second greatest value Lake Shore apartment is the Two Bedroom - Daffodil Model at Islands of Fox Chase starting at $2,254 with a $1.86 price per square foot in the Sloop Cove Landing neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lake Shore apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Village Square Apartments and Townhomes | Three Bedroom 2.5 Bath Townhome - 1,330 sqft | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.94 |
| Islands of Fox Chase | Two Bedroom - Daffodil | 2BR,2BA | $1.86 |
| Quail Hollow Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom - 985 sqft | 2BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| The Pointe at Harpers Mill | Soprano | 2BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| Calvert at Quarterfield Station | upgraded | 2BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| Obery Court | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| The Forest Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| Chesapeake Glen Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 714 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| Cedar Creek Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 686 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| Glen Mar Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 681 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lake Shore Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Lake Shore?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Lake Shore is at The Villages at Marley Station Apartments listed at $1,091.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lake Shore Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lake Shore Apartment is $1,235 at Glen Mar Apartment Homes.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lake Shore Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lake Shore is starting from $1,385 at Village Square Apartments and Townhomes.
What is the most affordable Lake Shore Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Lake Shore Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Obery Court and starts from $1,700.
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