
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Laurel, MD from $900 (66 Rentals)
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8205 Londonderry Ct

7868 Blackbriar Way, Unit Bedroom 3

Briarwood Place Apartment Homes

Fox Rest

Middletowne & The Dona

Steward Tower Apartments

11714 Balsamwood Terrace

Park View at Laurel II – Senior Apartments 62+

Willow Lake Apartment Homes
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Laurel Pines

Riverview Apartments

The Seasons

Parke Laurel Apartment Homes

Foxfire Apartments

Arden Pointe Apartments

SouthRidge

Avondale

Steward Manor

Summerlyn Apartments
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Park Terrace Apartments

7615 Colony Ave

The Summit at Laurel Park

Villages at Montpelier Apartment Homes

Laurel Court

Cherry Branch Townhomes

Ashley Apartments

Patuxent Place

15607 Dorset Rd
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C Street Flats

Crestleigh Apartments

Emerson at Cherry Lane

Tall Oaks Apartment Homes

Evergreens at Laurel

The Views at Laurel Lakes

14111 William St

Cross Creek

Spring House Apartments

Ashbury Courts Apartments
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Evolution At Towne Centre

Aventura at Contee Crossing

Country Meadows Apartments

16114 Jerald Rd

Dona

Laurel Manor

Deerfield Run & Village Square North

Laurel Park & Laurelton Court

Laurelton Court

344 Main St
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Laurel, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Laurel?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Laurel Studio Apartments | $1,558 | $1,237 | $2,509 |
| Cheap Laurel 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,715 | $1,200 | $2,934 |
| Cheap Laurel 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,122 | $1,370 | $3,295 |
| Cheap Laurel 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,624 | $991 | $4,882 |
| Cheap Laurel 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,250 | $2,250 | $2,250 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Laurel, MD
Pricing Updated: 06/08/2026Current apartment rentals in the Laurel, MD area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Laurel Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maryland City | $2,430 | $991 | 325 |
Cheapest Available Laurel Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Laurel, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at Briarwood Place Apartment Homes in the Oak Crest neighborhood priced from $1,200. Fox Rest in the Oak Crest neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,237. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Laurel apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Briarwood Place Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Fox Rest | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,237 |
| Park View at Laurel II – Senior Apartments 62+ | One-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,305 |
| Middletowne & The Dona | The Dona Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,320 |
| Steward Manor | 1Bedroom 1Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,343 |
| Laurel Park & Laurelton Court | Laurel Park 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,356 |
| Willow Lake Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 732 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,365 |
| Laurel Pines | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,370 |
| The Seasons | Marigold | 1BR,1BA | $1,374 |
| Parke Laurel Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 682 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,388 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Laurel, MD
As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Laurel area is the $1.76 price per square foot Gillespie Model at Ashbury Courts Apartments in the in the Briarwood neighborhood starting from $2,256. The second greatest value Laurel apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at Briarwood Place Apartment Homes starting at $2,076 with a $1.74 price per square foot in the Oak Crest neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Laurel apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashbury Courts Apartments | Gillespie | 2BR,2BA | $1.76 |
| Briarwood Place Apartment Homes | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.74 |
| Ashley Apartments | 2 BEDROOM (A/B) *washers/dryers in select apts. | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Riverview Apartments | Apartment Style 2 BD | 2BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Steward Manor | 2Bedroom 1Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| The Summit at Laurel Park | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Deerfield Run & Village Square North Apartments | 1 Bedroom + 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| Laurel Pines | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| Foxfire Apartments | Glenmore | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| Willow Lake Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 732 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
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Laurel Overview
Apartments in Laurel, MD, provide residents access to a modern city that is about halfway between Washington, D.C., and Baltimore. Sitting on the banks of the Patuxent River, Laurel is a quiet, suburban like town with much to offer. It is not very large, but it is a city known for its beautiful parks, amenities, and location. For those who want to get away from the busy city life but still be close enough to commute, Laurel works well for this. It is close enough to I-95 to make navigating the entire region rather easy to do.
Why live in Laurel, MD?
There are many reasons to move into the apartments in Laurel, MD. That includes the wide range of amenities available for sports, including hockey, baseball, football, and tennis. The city feels like a historic town with its beautiful architecture, but it is also a very modern place where you can find good access to things like shops and local mom and pop restaurants. Some areas are very walkable, making it easy to get around whether you are walking, on a bike, or in a car.
Pet Friendly LifestyleLaurel, MD
Ranked #39
Among cities in Maryland for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Laurel Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Laurel?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Laurel is under $1,388.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Laurel?
The cheapest apartment in Laurel is Briarwood Place Apartment Homes which is listed at $1,200, while the average apartment in Laurel costs $2,430.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Laurel?
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 36 regular apartments in Laurel 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 Laurel?
Cheap apartments in Laurel have an average cost of $141 which is $2,289 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Laurel.
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