What is the average apartment size in Baltimore City?

The average size for a Baltimore City, MD apartment is 786 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 Aug / 2026, the average rent in Baltimore City is $1,669 per month, a 1.63% increase from last years average of $1,642.

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

In Baltimore City, studios rent for $1,330 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,585 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,779 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $2,052 per month

What is the average apartment size in Baltimore City?

The typical apartment in Baltimore City offers about 786 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 697 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 938 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,109 sq. ft.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Baltimore City?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Baltimore City are Port Covington ($2,540/month), Fells Point ($2,638/month), and Otterbein ($2,725/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 ($1,016/month), Irvington ($1,024/month), and Frankford ($1,047/month), all below the citywide average of $1,669.

Last updated: September 30, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Baltimore City is $1,669, a 1.63% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,642.

Studio Apartments at $1,330 offer the most budget-friendly option with 459 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 697 square feet for $1,585, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-bedroom units at $1,779 offer 938 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,109 sq ft) for $2,052, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Baltimore City, MD

Last updated: September 30, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,669	786 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,330	459 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,585	697 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,779	938 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$2,052	1,109 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 $1,016/month

Irvington $1,024/month

Frankford $1,047/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,669/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Baltimore City?

Port Covington $2,540/month

Fells Point $2,638/month

Otterbein $2,725/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	$2,725
Fells Point	$2,638
Port Covington	$2,540
Riverside	$2,368
South Baltimore	$2,316
Canton	$2,303
Canton Industrial Area	$2,300
Middle East	$2,298
Washington Hill	$2,294
Tuscany - Canterbury	$1,920
Bolton Hill	$1,913
Roland Park	$1,896
Downtown West Baltimore	$1,831
Mid - Town Belvedere	$1,798
Hampden	$1,792
Charles Village	$1,789
Cross Country	$1,664
Downtown Baltimore	$1,645
Mount Vernon	$1,570
Cheswolde	$1,533
Fallstaff	$1,505
Westgate	$1,500
Wakefield	$1,492
Franklintown	$1,416
Madison Park	$1,401
Beechfield	$1,400
Cylburn	$1,384
Brooklyn	$1,361
Oldtown	$1,318
Lakeland	$1,309
Rosemont East	$1,294
New Northwood	$1,264
Ten Hills	$1,252
Woodbourne Heights	$1,189
Hamilton Hills	$1,175
Reservoir Hill	$1,173
Central Park Heights	$1,109
East Arlington	$1,086
Frankford	$1,047
Irvington	$1,024
Glenham - Belhar	$1,016

Baltimore City | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Beechfield is 27% lower than in Bolton Hill

$1,400

Beechfield rent is 16% lower than Baltimore City average

Average Rent $1,400

$1,913

Bolton Hill rent is 15% higher than Baltimore City average

Average Rent $1,913

How Baltimore City Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Baltimore City	$1,669
Silver Spring	$1,926
Laurel	$1,976
Frederick	$1,966
Hyattsville	$1,886
Rockville	$2,378
Columbia	$2,205
Gaithersburg	$2,013
Annapolis	$2,363
Bethesda	$2,870
Suitland	$1,779
Glen Burnie	$1,710
Elkridge, MD	$2,284
Ellicott City, MD	$2,137
Edgewood, MD	$1,481
Odenton, MD	$2,388
Jessup, MD	$2,052
Pasadena, MD	$2,391

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.