
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Waldorf, MD from $1,200 (21 Rentals)
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2167 Briarwood Dr

2714 Burning Oak Dr

9626 Killenney Pl

Smallwood Gardens

Fox Chase Apartments

Center Pointe
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Palmer

10720 Esprit Pl

The Nines at Gleneagles Apartments

5185 Mudville Ln

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4663 Pebble Beach Ct

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Crossland Apartments

3009 Southern Ave, Unit 31, Unit 31

15226 Eve Wy
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Waldorf, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Waldorf?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waldorf 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,167 | $1,355 | $5,138 |
| Waldorf 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,578 | $1,711 | $5,394 |
| Waldorf 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,154 | $1,915 | $3,783 |
| Waldorf 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,748 | $3,748 | $3,748 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Waldorf, MD
Pricing Updated: 04/24/2026Current apartment rentals in the Waldorf, 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 Waldorf Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Charles | $2,999 | $1,355 | 110 |
Cheapest Available Waldorf Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Waldorf, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at Fox Chase Apartments in the Saint Charles Town Center neighborhood priced from $1,451. Smallwood Gardens in the Saint Charles Town Center neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,529. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Waldorf apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fox Chase Apartments | A | 1BR,1BA | $1,451 |
| Smallwood Gardens | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,529 |
| 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 Waldorf, MD
As of April 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Waldorf 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 Waldorf 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 Waldorf 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 | $1.70 |
| Highlands EVOLV Rental Townhomes | Tydings | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.84 |
| Brookestone | Amara | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.86 |
| Smallwood Gardens | C1 | 3BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Coachman's Landing Apartments | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.98 |
| Hunter's Run Apartments | Two-Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.83 |
| New Forest Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.88 |
| Spark Waldorf | Excite | 2BR,1BA | $1.82 |
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Best Local Schools in Waldorf, MD
William A. Diggs Elementary
Theodore G. Davis Middle School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Waldorf Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Waldorf?
The cheapest apartment in Waldorf is Fox Chase Apartments which is listed at $1,451, while the average apartment in Waldorf costs $2,999.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Waldorf?
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 12 regular apartments in Waldorf 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 Waldorf?
Cheap apartments in Waldorf have an average cost of $281 which is $2,718 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Waldorf.
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