
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Shady Side, MD from $1,200 (36 Rentals)
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Bay Forest Senior Apartments

Obery Court

Quiet Waters Landing

Conte Lubrano Apartments

Nautilus Point

The Woods of Marlton

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Burnt Oaks
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Bell Annapolis on West

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The James

Alvista Bowie

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Maris

Aspen at Melford Town Center

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Riva Trace Community of Annapolis
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Madison Apartments

North Forest

221 Rosewood St

7 Heritage Ct

12 Heritage Ct

West Woods Apartments

920 Boucher Ave

Fairmont at South Lake
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Shady Side, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Shady Side?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shady Side Studio Apartments | $2,011 | $1,619 | $2,352 |
| Shady Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,237 | $1,252 | $3,791 |
| Shady Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,580 | $1,400 | $4,190 |
| Shady Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,846 | $1,700 | $4,531 |
| Shady Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,995 | $2,995 | $2,995 |
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Cheapest Available Shady Side Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Shady Side, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at Obery Court in the Monticello neighborhood priced from $1,277. Nautilus Point in the Highland Beach neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,504. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Shady Side apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obery Court | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,277 |
| Nautilus Point | Nautilus | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,504 |
| Quiet Waters Landing | A3-1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,569 |
| The Woods of Marlton | THE MAPLE (2A 2AR) | 2BR,1BA | $1,616 |
| Spa Cove Apartments | Chesapeake | 2BR,1BA | $1,808 |
| Governor's Green | 1 BDRM | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| Bay Manor Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,850 |
| Avana Heather Ridge | Birch (736 SF) | 1BR,1BA | $1,870 |
| Bayshore Landing | Catamaran | 1BR,1BA | $1,912 |
| Harbour Gates Apartments | 1 Bedroom + 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,923 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shady Side, MD and Nearby
As of April 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Shady Side area is the $1.71 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Riva Trace Community of Annapolis in the in the Monticello neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Shady Side apartment is the The Potomac Model at West Woods Apartments starting at $2,196 with a $1.95 price per square foot in the Monticello neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Shady Side apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riva Trace Community of Annapolis | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.71 |
| West Woods Apartments | The Potomac | 2BR,2BA | $1.95 |
| Burnt Oaks | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.91 |
| Annapolis Roads Apartments | 2BR 2BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.99 |
| North Forest | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| The Woods of Marlton | THE ASPEN LARGE (2C 2CR) | 2BR,2BA | $1.74 |
| Spa Cove Apartments | West | 2BR,2BA | $2.14 |
| Bay Hills Apartments | 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $2.37 |
| Quiet Waters Landing | A4-1BD/1BA with Den | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Obery Court | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Shady Side Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Shady Side?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Shady Side is at Bay Manor Apartments listed at $1,850.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Shady Side Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Shady Side Apartment is $1,277 at Obery Court.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Shady Side Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Shady Side is starting from $1,400 at Obery Court.
What is the most affordable Shady Side Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Shady Side Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Obery Court and starts from $1,700.
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