Cheap Apartments for Rent in 21221
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- SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$1,013 - $1,340/moStudio-2 Beds1 BathMansfield Woods Apartments | 710H Snowberry Ct,
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- $1,192 - $1,350/mo1-2 Beds1 BathQueen's Purchase Apartments | 1207 Middleborough Rd,
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Average Rent Trends in 21221
Rent in 21221 varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent decreased in Sep 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Mar 2025.
| Month | Average rent |
|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | $2,000 |
| Nov 2025 | $2,000 |
| Dec 2025 | $2,000 |
| Jan 2026 | $2,100 |
| Feb 2026 | $2,000 |
| Mar 2026 | $2,200 |
| Apr 2026 | $2,400 |
| May 2026 | $2,400 |
| Jun 2026 | $2,400 |
| Jul 2026 | $2,250 |
| Aug 2026 | $2,400 |
| Sep 2026 | $2,056 |
Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type
In October 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Townhomes and Houses.
| 1 bed | 2 beds | 3 beds | 4 beds | All | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All home types | $1,100 | $1,375 | $2,400 | $2,700 | $2,100 |
| Townhomes | — | $2,200 | $2,450 | $2,700 | $2,400 |
| Apartments and Condos | $975 | $1,490 | $1,725 | — | $1,400 |
| Houses | — | $1,600 | $2,350 | $3,000 | $2,500 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in 21221
- What is the average rent of an apartment in 21221?The average rent of an apartment in 21221 is $1,394 per month. This is about 28% lower than the national average.
- What are the cheapest months to find an apartment to rent in 21221?Last year, the cheapest month to find an apartment to rent was Feb 2025 when it was $1,999 per month.
- How many cheap apartments are available in 21221?There are 34 apartments to rent that are cheaper than the city’s average rent of $2,100.
- When is the average rent most expensive in 21221?In the last year, the average rent in 21221 was highest in Mar 2025 when it was $2,200 per month.
- How does the rent of a 1 bedroom apartment compare to a studio apartment in 21221?The average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in 21221 is $1,100 per month. That is about $87 more than the cost of a studio apartment.
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