What is the average apartment size in Baltimore City?

The average size for a Baltimore City, MD apartment is 787 square feet, but this number varies greatly depending on unit type, with cheap and luxury alternatives for houses and apartments alike. Studio apartments are the smallest and most affordable, 1-bedroom apartments are closer to the average, while 2-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom apartments offer a more generous square footage.

What is the average rent in Baltimore City?

As of Oct / 2025, the average rent in Baltimore City is $1,644 per month, a 1.57% increase from last year’s average of $1,619.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Baltimore City?

In Baltimore City, studios rent for $1,308 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,561 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,729 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $1,960 per month

What is the average apartment size in Baltimore City?

The typical apartment in Baltimore City offers about 787 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in Baltimore City?

Studio apartments in Baltimore City average 461 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 693 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 940 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,115 sq. ft.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Baltimore City?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Baltimore City are Canton Industrial Area ($2,281/month), Fells Point ($2,552/month), and Otterbein ($2,606/month), often due to premium locations and high-end amenities.

Baltimore City, MD Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in Baltimore City?

The typical rent budget in Baltimore City ranges from $1,001 to $1,500 per month, with 39% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in Baltimore City?

In Baltimore City, 51% of households rent while 49% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Q: What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Baltimore City?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Baltimore City include Frankford ($1,020/month), Woodbourne Heights ($1,044/month), and East Arlington ($1,044/month), all below the citywide average of $1,644.

Last updated: November 18, 2025 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Baltimore City is $1,644, a 1.57% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,619.

Studio Apartments at $1,308 offer the most budget-friendly option with 461 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 693 square feet for $1,561, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $1,729 offer 940 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,115 sq ft) for $1,960, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Baltimore City, MD

Last updated: November 18, 2025

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,644	787 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,308	461 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,561	693 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,729	940 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$1,960	1,115 sq. ft.

Baltimore City, MD rent trends

What's the typical rent budget in Baltimore City, MD?

The largest share of rentals in Baltimore City, MD (39%) fall between $1,001-$1,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in Baltimore City, MD?

119,111 or 51% of the households in Baltimore City, MD are renter-occupied while 113,299 or 49% are owner-occupied.

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Most affordable neighborhoods in Baltimore City?

Frankford $1,020/month

Woodbourne Heights $1,044/month

East Arlington $1,044/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,644/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Baltimore City?

Canton Industrial Area $2,281/month

Fells Point $2,552/month

Otterbein $2,606/month

These neighborhoods typically command higher rents due to location, amenities, and demand.

Average Rent in Baltimore City, MD By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
Otterbein	$2,606
Fells Point	$2,552
Canton Industrial Area	$2,281
Canton	$2,216
Middle East	$2,206
Tuscany - Canterbury	$2,144
South Baltimore	$2,127
Downtown West Baltimore	$2,124
Washington Hill	$2,089
Roland Park	$2,032
Hampden	$1,845
Charles Village	$1,845
Mid - Town Belvedere	$1,804
Bolton Hill	$1,728
Cross Country	$1,704
Downtown Baltimore	$1,667
Fallstaff	$1,577
Mount Vernon	$1,561
Cheswolde	$1,515
Franklintown	$1,450
Loch Raven	$1,431
Beechfield	$1,421
Oldtown	$1,395
Wakefield	$1,339
Rosemont East	$1,297
Madison Park	$1,285
Brooklyn	$1,279
Lakeland	$1,278
Hamilton Hills	$1,258
Ten Hills	$1,231
New Northwood	$1,124
Central Park Heights	$1,109
Reservoir Hill	$1,067
Irvington	$1,057
East Arlington	$1,044
Woodbourne Heights	$1,044
Frankford	$1,020

Baltimore City | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Beechfield is 18% lower than in Bolton Hill

$1,421

Beechfield rent is 14% lower than Baltimore City average

Average Rent $1,421

$1,728

Bolton Hill rent is 5% higher than Baltimore City average

Average Rent $1,728

How Baltimore City Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Baltimore City	$1,644
Silver Spring	$1,977
Frederick	$1,931
Rockville	$2,366
Hyattsville	$1,890
Columbia	$2,143
Laurel	$1,930
Annapolis	$2,258
Gaithersburg	$2,058
Bethesda	$2,765
Capitol Heights	$1,569
Glen Burnie	$1,670
Elkridge	$2,158
Pasadena, MD	$2,247
Jessup, MD	$2,174
Joppa, MD	$1,572
Savage, MD	$1,957

Where this data comes from

The rental statistics on this page were compiled by RentCafe.com, a nationwide apartment search website trusted by millions of renters to find apartments and houses for rent throughout the U.S.

Rent prices, trends, and apartment sizes were calculated based on data from our sister company, Yardi Matrix, an apartment market intelligence solution that covers approximately 90% of the U.S. metro area population. The data includes comprehensive information on all Baltimore City apartment buildings with 50 or more units, totaling 23.5 million apartments across 181 U.S. markets.

Housing composition data was sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, using the most recently available information by tenure.