What is the average apartment size in Baltimore City?

The average size for a Baltimore City, MD apartment is 789 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 Apr / 2026, the average rent in Baltimore City is $1,643 per month, a 0.21% increase from last years average of $1,640.

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

In Baltimore City, studios rent for $1,322 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,551 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,736 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $1,968 per month

What is the average apartment size in Baltimore City?

The typical apartment in Baltimore City offers about 789 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 693 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 944 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,118 sq. ft.

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Baltimore City?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Baltimore City include Frankford ($1,016/month), Irvington ($1,066/month), and Reservoir Hill ($1,066/month), all below the citywide average of $1,643.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Baltimore City?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Baltimore City are Canton Industrial Area ($2,306/month), Otterbein ($2,606/month), and Fells Point ($2,607/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.

Last updated: May 21, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Baltimore City is $1,643, a 0.21% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,640.

Studio Apartments at $1,322 offer the most budget-friendly option with 459 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 693 square feet for $1,551, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $1,736 offer 944 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,118 sq ft) for $1,968, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Baltimore City, MD

Last updated: May 21, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,643	789 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,322	459 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,551	693 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,736	944 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$1,968	1,118 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?

Frankford $1,016/month

Irvington $1,066/month

Reservoir Hill $1,066/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,643/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Baltimore City?

Canton Industrial Area $2,306/month

Otterbein $2,606/month

Fells Point $2,607/month

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

Average Rent in Baltimore City, MD By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
Fells Point	$2,607
Otterbein	$2,606
Canton Industrial Area	$2,306
Canton	$2,288
Middle East	$2,203
South Baltimore	$2,188
Washington Hill	$2,184
Tuscany - Canterbury	$2,142
Downtown West Baltimore	$2,059
Charles Village	$1,920
Roland Park	$1,868
Bolton Hill	$1,828
Hampden	$1,784
Mid - Town Belvedere	$1,759
Cross Country	$1,690
Downtown Baltimore	$1,667
Mount Vernon	$1,554
Fallstaff	$1,528
Cheswolde	$1,519
Westgate	$1,472
University of Maryland	$1,455
Beechfield	$1,425
Franklintown	$1,406
Wakefield	$1,397
Oldtown	$1,336
Rosemont East	$1,287
Hamilton Hills	$1,259
Lakeland	$1,257
New Northwood	$1,252
Ten Hills	$1,150
Woodbourne Heights	$1,115
Central Park Heights	$1,109
Glenham - Belhar	$1,086
East Arlington	$1,077
Reservoir Hill	$1,066
Irvington	$1,066
Frankford	$1,016

Baltimore City | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Beechfield is 22% lower than in Bolton Hill

$1,425

Beechfield rent is 13% lower than Baltimore City average

Average Rent $1,425

$1,828

Bolton Hill rent is 11% higher than Baltimore City average

Average Rent $1,828

How Baltimore City Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Baltimore City	$1,643
Silver Spring	$1,944
Rockville	$2,352
Hyattsville	$1,906
Laurel	$1,949
Columbia	$2,162
Frederick	$1,925
Annapolis	$2,282
Gaithersburg	$2,011
Bethesda	$2,826
Elkridge	$2,192
Glen Burnie	$1,690
Ellicott City	$2,144
Edgewood, MD	$1,424
Odenton, MD	$2,360
Pasadena, MD	$2,290
Jessup, MD	$2,109

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.