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 Feb / 2026, the average rent in Baltimore City is $1,650 per month, a 1.14% increase from last years average of $1,632.

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 $1,554 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,749 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $1,977 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 459 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 694 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 941 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,114 sq. ft.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Baltimore City?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Baltimore City are Canton Industrial Area ($2,306/month), Fells Point ($2,569/month), and Otterbein ($2,574/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 43% 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 ($1,040/month), Reservoir Hill ($1,091/month), and Irvington ($1,092/month), all below the citywide average of $1,650.

Last updated: March 30, 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 1.14% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,632.

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 694 square feet for $1,554, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $1,749 offer 941 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,114 sq ft) for $1,977, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Baltimore City, MD

Last updated: March 30, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,650	787 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,322	459 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,554	694 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,749	941 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$1,977	1,114 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 (43%) 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.

Most affordable neighborhoods in Baltimore City?

Frankford $1,040/month

Reservoir Hill $1,091/month

Irvington $1,092/month

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

Most expensive neighborhoods in Baltimore City?

Canton Industrial Area $2,306/month

Fells Point $2,569/month

Otterbein $2,574/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	$2,574
Fells Point	$2,569
Canton Industrial Area	$2,306
Canton	$2,301
Middle East	$2,255
South Baltimore	$2,208
Washington Hill	$2,192
Tuscany - Canterbury	$2,108
Downtown West Baltimore	$2,053
Roland Park	$2,002
Charles Village	$2,000
Bolton Hill	$1,801
Hampden	$1,789
Mid - Town Belvedere	$1,741
Cross Country	$1,721
Downtown Baltimore	$1,646
Fallstaff	$1,540
Mount Vernon	$1,534
Cheswolde	$1,491
Franklintown	$1,430
Wakefield	$1,427
Brooklyn	$1,370
Oldtown	$1,368
Lakeland	$1,287
Hamilton Hills	$1,285
Rosemont East	$1,284
Madison Park	$1,270
New Northwood	$1,232
Ten Hills	$1,221
Woodbourne Heights	$1,143
Central Park Heights	$1,109
East Arlington	$1,103
Irvington	$1,092
Reservoir Hill	$1,091
Frankford	$1,040

Baltimore City | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Bolton Hill is 31% higher than in Brooklyn

$1,801

Bolton Hill rent is 9% higher than Baltimore City average

Average Rent $1,801

$1,370

Brooklyn rent is 17% lower than Baltimore City average

Average Rent $1,370

How Baltimore City Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Baltimore City	$1,650
Silver Spring	$1,948
Rockville	$2,319
Frederick	$1,915
Laurel	$1,937
Hyattsville	$1,894
Columbia	$2,123
Gaithersburg	$1,982
Annapolis	$2,251
Glen Burnie	$1,693
Bethesda	$2,779
Elkridge	$2,149
Jessup, MD	$2,093
Pasadena, MD	$2,237
Savage, MD	$1,934

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.