What is the average apartment size in Baltimore City?

The average size for a Baltimore City, MD apartment is 788 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 Jul / 2026, the average rent in Baltimore City is $1,650 per month, a 0.75% increase from last years average of $1,637.

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

In Baltimore City, studios rent for $1,311 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,560 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,765 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $2,033 per month

What is the average apartment size in Baltimore City?

The typical apartment in Baltimore City offers about 788 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 459 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 696 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 940 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,111 sq. ft.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Baltimore City?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Baltimore City are Inner Harbor ($2,597/month), Fells Point ($2,604/month), and Otterbein ($2,718/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 42% of rentals in this range.

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

In Baltimore City, 52% of households rent while 48% 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 Glenham - Belhar ($1,012/month), Irvington ($1,024/month), and Frankford ($1,024/month), all below the citywide average of $1,650.

Last updated: August 31, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Baltimore City is $1,650, a 0.75% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,637.

Studio Apartments at $1,311 offer the most budget-friendly option with 459 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 696 square feet for $1,560, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-bedroom units at $1,765 offer 940 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,111 sq ft) for $2,033, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Baltimore City, MD

Last updated: August 31, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,650	788 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,311	459 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,560	696 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,765	940 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$2,033	1,111 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 (42%) 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?

122,241 or 52% of the households in Baltimore City, MD are renter-occupied while 115,110 or 48% are owner-occupied.

Most affordable neighborhoods in Baltimore City?

Glenham - Belhar $1,012/month

Irvington $1,024/month

Frankford $1,024/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,650/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Baltimore City?

Inner Harbor $2,597/month

Fells Point $2,604/month

Otterbein $2,718/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	$2,718
Fells Point	$2,604
Inner Harbor	$2,597
Port Covington	$2,549
Riverside	$2,354
South Baltimore	$2,311
Canton	$2,295
Middle East	$2,295
Canton Industrial Area	$2,287
Washington Hill	$2,285
Bolton Hill	$1,891
Tuscany - Canterbury	$1,891
Downtown West Baltimore	$1,821
Roland Park	$1,814
Hampden	$1,790
Mid - Town Belvedere	$1,764
Charles Village	$1,735
Cross Country	$1,656
Downtown Baltimore	$1,629
Mount Vernon	$1,550
Cheswolde	$1,533
Wakefield	$1,498
Westgate	$1,491
Fallstaff	$1,481
Franklintown	$1,407
Beechfield	$1,395
Cylburn	$1,376
Brooklyn	$1,351
Oldtown	$1,331
Madison Park	$1,303
Rosemont East	$1,289
Lakeland	$1,277
New Northwood	$1,258
Ten Hills	$1,214
Hamilton Hills	$1,172
Woodbourne Heights	$1,142
Reservoir Hill	$1,121
Central Park Heights	$1,109
East Arlington	$1,080
Frankford	$1,024
Irvington	$1,024
Glenham - Belhar	$1,012

Baltimore City | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Beechfield is 26% lower than in Bolton Hill

$1,395

Beechfield rent is 15% lower than Baltimore City average

Average Rent $1,395

$1,891

Bolton Hill rent is 15% higher than Baltimore City average

Average Rent $1,891

How Baltimore City Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Baltimore City	$1,650
Silver Spring	$1,941
Hyattsville	$1,893
Laurel	$1,975
Frederick	$1,960
Rockville	$2,349
Columbia	$2,173
Gaithersburg	$2,016
Annapolis	$2,340
Glen Burnie	$1,699
Bethesda	$2,857
Ellicott City, MD	$2,122
Elkridge, MD	$2,285
Edgewood, MD	$1,472
Odenton, MD	$2,351
Jessup, MD	$2,043
Pasadena, MD	$2,382

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.