
Cheap Apartments for Rent in St. Charles, MD from $1,200 (22 Rentals)
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2167 Briarwood Dr

2714 Burning Oak Dr

9626 Killenney Pl

5180 Mudville Ln

Smallwood Gardens

Center Pointe
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Fox Chase Apartments

Brookmont Apartments

Village Lake Apartments

Palmer

3009 Southern Ave, Unit 31, Unit 31

10720 Esprit Pl

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The Nines at Gleneagles Apartments

5185 Mudville Ln

Pineview Apartments

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4663 Pebble Beach Ct

4563 Shakespeare Cir

Spark Waldorf
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St. Charles, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in St. Charles?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Charles 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,147 | $1,355 | $5,472 |
| St. Charles 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,500 | $1,711 | $5,394 |
| St. Charles 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,989 | $1,915 | $3,783 |
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Cheapest Available St. Charles Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in St. Charles, MD is a 2 Beds unit found at Smallwood Gardens in the Saint Charles Town Center neighborhood priced from $1,529. Fox Chase Apartments in the Saint Charles Town Center neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,579. Here is today’s list of the most affordable St. Charles apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smallwood Gardens | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,529 |
| Fox Chase Apartments | A | 1BR,1BA | $1,579 |
| Brookmont Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,612 |
| Village Lake Apartments | The Osprey | 1BR,1BA | $1,655 |
| Palmer | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,662 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in St. Charles, MD
As of April 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the St. Charles area is the $1.74 price per square foot Osprey Model at Sunstone Grove in the in the Saint Charles Town Center neighborhood starting from $3,460. The second greatest value St. Charles apartment is the TOWNHOME Model at Collection at Scotland Heights starting at $2,995 with a $1.60 price per square foot in the Saint Charles Town Center neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for St. Charles apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunstone Grove | Osprey | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.74 |
| Collection at Scotland Heights | TOWNHOME | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.60 |
| EVOLV at Stonehaven | Tydings II Townhome (With Garage) | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.77 |
| Highlands EVOLV Rental Townhomes | Amelia | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.79 |
| Brookestone | Amara | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.01 |
| Spark Waldorf | Cultivate | 3BR,2BA | $1.99 |
| Smallwood Gardens | C1 | 3BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Coachman's Landing Apartments | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.02 |
| New Forest Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.88 |
| Hunter's Run Apartments | Two-Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.83 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap St. Charles Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom St. Charles Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom St. Charles Apartment is $1,579 at Fox Chase Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom St. Charles Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in St. Charles is starting from $1,529 at Smallwood Gardens.
What is the most affordable St. Charles Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap St. Charles Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Smallwood Gardens and starts from $1,915.
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