Baltimore/ Real Estate & Development
Published on July 29, 2019
Renting in Baltimore: What's the cheapest apartment available right now?6 E. Read St. | Photo: Zumper

Need a budget-friendly new spot? Though apartment hunting can be challenging, don't despair just yet — there are deals to be had. So what does the low-end rent on a rental in Baltimore look like these days — and what might you get for the price?

We took a look at local listings for studios and one-bedroom apartments in Baltimore via rental sites Zumper and Apartment Guide to find out what budget-minded apartment seekers can expect to find.

Take a look at the cheapest listings available right now, below. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.)

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6 E. Read St.

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Listed at $675/month, this studio apartment, located at 6 E. Read St. in Mount Vernon, is 21.8 percent less than the median rent for a studio in Baltimore, which is currently estimated at around $863/month.

You'll find hardwood flooring, in-unit laundry and a balcony in the unit. If you've got a pet, you'll be happy to learn that cats and dogs are welcome. There's no leasing fee required for this rental.

According to Walk Score, the area around this address is extremely walkable, is convenient for biking and boasts excellent transit options.

(See the complete listing here.)

6624 Pioneer Drive

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

Here's a one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment at 6624 Pioneer Drive in Harford-Echodale, which, at 650 square feet, is going for $677/month.

Building amenities include a fitness center and secured entry. You can also expect a walk-in closet, a fireplace and a mix of hardwood floors and carpeting in the apartment.

Walk Score indicates that the area around this address is car-dependent, isn't particularly bikeable and offers many nearby public transportation options.

(See the full listing here.)

4901 Gunther Ave.

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

Then there's this 465-square-foot apartment with one bedroom and one bathroom at 4901 Gunther Ave. in Frankford, listed at $685/month.

The unit features in-unit laundry, carpeted floors and a balcony. Pets are not allowed. Amenities offered in the building include secured entry, a swimming pool and assigned parking.

According to Walk Score, this location is moderately walkable, has minimal bike infrastructure and has good transit options.

(See the listing here.)

6502 McClean Blvd.

Photo: Apartment Guide

Next up is this 495-square-foot studio apartment, located at 6502 McClean Blvd. in Harford-Echodale and listed for $690/month.

Building amenities include on-site laundry, assigned parking and secured entry. Also, look for a dishwasher and hardwood flooring in the studio. Good news for cat lovers: Kitties are welcome.

Per Walk Score ratings, the area around this address is somewhat walkable, is fairly bikeable and has good transit options.

(Here's the listing.)

2111 Park Ave.

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Finally, here's a one-bedroom, one-bathroom living space at 2111 Park Ave. in Reservoir Hill, which is going for $700/month.

When it comes to building amenities, expect on-site laundry. You'll also get a balcony and a mix of hardwood floors and carpeting in the unit. Attention, cat owners: Your kitty is permitted here. There isn't a leasing fee associated with this rental.

According to Walk Score's assessment, the area around this address is somewhat walkable, is quite bikeable and offers many nearby public transportation options.

(Check out the listing here.)


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