
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Sparks, MD from $1,000 (49 Rentals)
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12 Rain Flower Path, Unit 104, Unit 104

Morningside Apartments and Townhomes

The Lakes Apartments and Townhomes

ReNew Owings Mills

The Village of Chartleytowne Apartments and Townhomes

5 Corners Apartments

Wintergreen Apartments

Warren Place Senior Apartments 62+
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Mills Crossing Apartments and Townhomes

Hunt Club

Kenilworth at Charles Apartments

Padonia Village Apartments

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Trellis Hunt Valley

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10604 Partridge Ln

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The Monkton Hotel

12001 Tarragon Rd

Richmar

Deertree

Windmill Chase

2013 Shepperd Rd

32 Mission Wood Way

4 Brooking Ct

400 Symphony Cir
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15 Wolf Ave

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16 Craftsman Ct

10 Watkins Glen Ct
Sparks, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sparks?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sparks Studio Apartments | $1,524 | $1,075 | $1,745 |
| Sparks 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,512 | $1,045 | $2,610 |
| Sparks 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,770 | $1,210 | $3,255 |
| Sparks 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,138 | $1,630 | $3,355 |
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Cheapest Available Sparks Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Sparks, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at Morningside Apartments and Townhomes in the The Estates/Fields of Sagamore neighborhood priced from $1,050. The Lakes Apartments and Townhomes in the The Lakes neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,117. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Sparks apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morningside Apartments and Townhomes | One Bedroom - 700 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| The Lakes Apartments and Townhomes | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,117 |
| The Village of Chartleytowne Apartments and Townhomes | One Bedroom - 805 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| The Preserve at Owings Crossing Apartment Homes | One Bedroom- 800 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,185 |
| 5 Corners Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,202 |
| Wintergreen Apartments | 1BR- Wintergreen | 1BR,1BA | $1,210 |
| Warren Place Senior Apartments 62+ | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,222 |
| Allyson Gardens | 1BR/1BA Standard | 1BR,1BA | $1,265 |
| Richmar | 1 Bedroom Executive | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| ReNew Owings Mills | Atlanta | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sparks, MD and Nearby
As of April 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sparks area is the $1.26 price per square foot 2 bedroom, 2 bath Model at Cardiff Charles Apartments in the in the Regents Club At Falls Croft neighborhood starting from $1,760. The second greatest value Sparks apartment is the Three Bedroom 2 Bath - 1,235 sqft Model at The Village of Chartleytowne Apartments and Townhomes starting at $1,950 with a $1.58 price per square foot in the The Estates/Fields of Sagamore neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sparks apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cardiff Charles Apartments | 2 bedroom, 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| The Village of Chartleytowne Apartments and Townhomes | Three Bedroom 2 Bath - 1,235 sqft | 3BR,2BA | $1.58 |
| Ivy Hall Apartments | 2 Bedrooms 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.66 |
| The Summit at Owings Mills Apartments | 2 Bedrooms 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.52 |
| Allyson Gardens II | 2BR/2BA Standard | 2BR,2BA | $1.63 |
| Briarcliff Apartments: Spacious Luxury Living in Central Baltimore County | 1BTU | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Mills Crossing Apartments and Townhomes | A2 - 1 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| The Preserve at Owings Crossing Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom 1.5 Bath - 890 sqft | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.70 |
| Allyson Gardens | 1BR/1BA Standard | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| The Lakes Apartments and Townhomes | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sparks Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Sparks Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Sparks Apartment is $1,045 at Morningside Apartments and Townhomes.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Sparks Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Sparks is starting from $1,238 at The Lakes Apartments and Townhomes.
What is the most affordable Sparks Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Sparks Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Morningside Apartments and Townhomes and starts from $1,675.
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