Cheap Apartments for Rent in Shady Side, MD from $1,252 (39 Rentals)

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Alvista Bowie
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$1,763 - $5,191
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Alvista Bowie

3631 Elder Oaks BlvdBowie, MD 20716
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Melford Living
$1,807 - $3,575
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$1,807 - $3,575
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Melford Living

17530 Lake Melford AveBowie, MD 20715
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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

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Bayshore Landing
$1,875 - $2,143
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$1,875 - $2,143
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Bayshore Landing

988 Spa RdAnnapolis, MD 21403
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Avana Heather Ridge
$1,909 - $3,231
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Avana Heather Ridge

16021 English Oaks AveBowie, MD 20716
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Maris
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$1,988 - $4,766
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Maris

2445 Holly AveAnnapolis, MD 21401
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Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

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Aventon Annapolis
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$2,263 - $4,492
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Aventon Annapolis

2553 Riva RdAnnapolis, MD 21401
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Towne Courts
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Towne Courts

100 Francis Noel WayAnnapolis, MD 21401
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Madison Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Madison Apartments

1000 Madison StAnnapolis, MD 21403
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North Forest
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

North Forest

1827 Crofton PkyCrofton, MD 21114
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West Woods Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

West Woods Apartments

114 Hearne CtAnnapolis, MD 21401
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3 Elliott Rd

AnnapolisMD21403

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Shady Side, MD Local Guide

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 $1,389. Pin Oak Village Senior Apartments, 55+ in the Bowie neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,499. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Shady Side apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Obery CourtOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,389
Pin Oak Village Senior Apartments, 55+One Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$1,499
The Woods of MarltonTHE OAK (1A 1AR)1BR,1BA$1,545
Nautilus PointNautilus | E1 | RenoStudio,1BA$1,561
Harbour Gates ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,698
Governor's Green1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,799
Melford LivingAspen S1bStudio,1BA$1,807
Bell Annapolis on WestA1A1BR,1BA$1,825
Alvista Bowie1 Bed/1 Bath-A31BR,1BA$1,825
Spa Cove ApartmentsSevern1BR,1BA$1,850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shady Side, MD and Nearby

As of September 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Shady Side area is the $1.90 price per square foot The Marine Model at West Woods Apartments in the in the Monticello neighborhood starting from $2,495. The second greatest value Shady Side apartment is the 3 Bed/2 Bath-C1 Model at Alvista Bowie starting at $3,086 with a $2.46 price per square foot in the Bowie neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Shady Side apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
West Woods ApartmentsThe Marine2BR,2BA$1.90
Alvista Bowie3 Bed/2 Bath-C13BR,2BA$2.46
Conte Lubrano ApartmentsG2BR,2BA$1.91
Burnt Oaks2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.91
Annapolis Roads Apartments2BR 2BA2BR,2BA$2.22
Pin Oak Village Senior Apartments, 55+Two Bedroom Two Bath2BR,2BA$2.20
Bay Hills Apartments1B1B1BR,1BA$2.37
Spa Cove ApartmentsWhitehall1BR,1BA$2.48
Obery CourtOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.79
The Woods of MarltonTHE OAK (1A 1AR)1BR,1BA$2.15

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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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 Nautilus Point listed at $1,561.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Shady Side Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Shady Side Apartment is $1,389 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 $1,656 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 $1,915.

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

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Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

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Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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