Average Rent in Baltimore, MD
What is the average rent in Baltimore, MD?
The average listed apartment rent in Baltimore, MD is $1,964 per month, as of November 8, 2026. This sample includes 728 priced apartments in 37 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
We use published total monthly rent when known and base rent otherwise. Unknown fees remain unknown. Included building observations run from November 4, 2026 through November 8, 2026. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings.
37 apartment buildings, 728 units. Recorded asking prices and price history where available.
Browse apartments in Baltimore, MDCheapest
$750/mo
101 Wells Apartments
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37
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Analysis
Rent Price Breakdown
Compare pricing across all 37 properties in Baltimore, MD.
Average rent trend, last 3 months
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Average Rent by Property
Starting Price vs Average
Rent by Bedroom Count
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Baltimore, MD Rent Prices
All 37 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
101 Wells Apartments
103 E Wells St, Baltimore, MD 21230, USA
The Greenehouse Apartments
519 W Pratt St, Baltimore, MD 21201, USA
The Munsey
7 N Calvert St, Baltimore, MD 21202, USA
Sharp Leadenhall Apartments
911 Leadenhall St, Baltimore, MD 21230, USA
Mulberry at Park Apartments
211 W Mulberry St, Baltimore, MD 21201, USA
The 501 Apartments
501 W Franklin St, Baltimore, MD 21201, USA
Vision on Lombard
301 W Lombard St, Baltimore, MD 21201, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 101 Wells Apartments 103 E Wells St, Baltimore, MD 21230, USA | $750 | $1,564 | -- | 2.7 (49) | 93 |
| 2 | The Greenehouse Apartments 519 W Pratt St, Baltimore, MD 21201, USA | $750 | $1,564 | -- | 3 (24) | 93 |
| 3 | The Munsey 7 N Calvert St, Baltimore, MD 21202, USA | $750 | $1,564 | -- | 3.3 (127) | 93 |
| 4 | Sharp Leadenhall Apartments 911 Leadenhall St, Baltimore, MD 21230, USA | $988 | $1,240 | $1.54/ft² | 2.7 (18) | 10 |
| 5 | Mulberry at Park Apartments 211 W Mulberry St, Baltimore, MD 21201, USA | $1,009 | $1,257 | $2.88/ft² | 3.5 (13) | 17 |
| 6 | The 501 Apartments 501 W Franklin St, Baltimore, MD 21201, USA | $1,039 | $1,177 | $2.57/ft² | 3.8 (76) | 4 |
| 7 | Vision on Lombard 301 W Lombard St, Baltimore, MD 21201, USA | $1,040 | $1,137 | $2.84/ft² | 4.3 (121) | 10 |
Rent & Price History by Building
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101 Wells Apartments
2.7 (49)103 E Wells St, Baltimore, MD 21230, USA
The Greenehouse Apartments
3 (24)519 W Pratt St, Baltimore, MD 21201, USA
The Munsey
3.3 (127)7 N Calvert St, Baltimore, MD 21202, USA
Sharp Leadenhall Apartments
2.7 (18)911 Leadenhall St, Baltimore, MD 21230, USA
Mulberry at Park Apartments
3.5 (13)211 W Mulberry St, Baltimore, MD 21201, USA
The 501 Apartments
3.8 (76)501 W Franklin St, Baltimore, MD 21201, USA
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Baltimore, MD neighborhoods
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Baltimore, MD Average Rent Prices 2026
The average listed rent in Baltimore, MD is $1,964 per month, based on 728 units across 37 apartment communities. Prices range from $750 at 101 Wells Apartments to $5,235 at Symphony Center Apartments.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,650/mo | $1,039/mo | 74 |
| 1 Bed | $2,026/mo | $988/mo | 197 |
| 2 Bed | $2,647/mo | $1,230/mo | 152 |
| 3 Bed | $3,138/mo | $1,364/mo | 18 |
We schedule daily price checks. The included observations can have different dates. Request an area we do not cover so we can review it for coverage.
Market Context
Who rents in Baltimore, MD, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Baltimore, MD averages $2,026/mo , with two-bedroom units averaging $2,647/mo. At the local median household income of $59,623, that works out to 40% of gross income, above the 30 percent affordability ceiling, a stretched-budget market.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in Baltimore, MD at $1,290/mo. The current tracked market average runs 52% higher than that benchmark, reflecting both two to three years of rent growth and the fact that the Census figure covers all renter-occupied housing in Baltimore, MD while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
Who employs renters in Baltimore
Demand in the Baltimore rental market is shaped by the metro's largest private and public employers. The following organizations anchor local hiring and influence what renters can pay:
- Johns Hopkins University
- Johns Hopkins Hospital
- University of Maryland Medical
- T. Rowe Price
- Under Armour
Mean one-way commute in Baltimore, MD is 29 minutes, per the Census ACS, useful context when weighing which properties sit inside reasonable reach of these employers.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Baltimore, MD?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$79,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $1,964/mo.
Comfortable income
$94,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($750/mo), you need to earn at least $30,000/year.
Median household income in Baltimore, MD is $59,623 , about 37% below the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Baltimore, MD
Overall prices in Baltimore, MD runs above the national average by about 3% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 103.2, where 100 equals the U.S. average). The breakdown below estimates monthly costs for a single adult, using national consumer-spending baselines from the Bureau of Labor Statistics scaled by Baltimore, MD's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $1,964 |
| Utilities | $502 |
| Groceries | $548 |
| Transportation | $1,198 |
| Healthcare | $584 |
| Other goods and services | $935 |
| Estimated total | $5,731/mo |
Population
577,193
Median household income
$59,623
Census median rent
$1,290/mo
Census rent burden
32.1%
Median age
36.1
Mean commute
29 min
Methodology
Rent data
We use listed asking rents and schedule daily data updates. Individual buildings can have different verification dates. Check the building or unit page for its latest price and availability.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
We estimate annual income by dividing annual rent by 30 percent for the affordability figure and 25 percent for the comfortable-income figure. These estimates are a guide, not a guarantee of rental approval.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures were last published in 2023.
Compare
Nearby cities in Maryland
How Baltimore, MD rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Baltimore, MD | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frederick, MD | $1,976 | +1% | -2.1% | 36 |
| Gaithersburg, MD | $2,149 | +9% | -4% | 15 |
| Bowie, MD | $2,344 | +19% | +1.4% | 9 |
| Largo, MD | $2,067 | +5% | -0.8% | 7 |
| Rockville, MD | $2,470 | +26% | -0.2% | 7 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Baltimore, MD?
The average listed apartment rent in Baltimore, MD is $1,964 per month, as of November 8, 2026. This sample includes 728 priced apartments in 37 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
What is the median rent in Baltimore, MD?
The median asking rent in Baltimore, MD is $1,876 per month, computed from 728 priced listings; check the observation dates shown on this page. The average is $1,964/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Baltimore, MD?
The lowest available rent in Baltimore, MD starts at $750 per month. Confirm current availability, fees, and lease terms with the selected listing.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Baltimore, MD?
1-bedroom apartments in Baltimore, MD average $2,026/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $988/mo across 197 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Baltimore, MD?
2-bedroom apartments in Baltimore, MD average $2,647/mo. Units start from $1,230/mo across 152 units currently listed.
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