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Cobblestone waterfront, bars, maritime history, young professionals; 1BR $1,500–2,000
Neighborhood Guide · 2026
Fells Point, Baltimore
Cobblestone waterfront, bars, maritime history, young professionals; 1BR $1,500–2,000
Baltimore Housing Costs — 2026
Median 1BR rent
$1,550/mo
Median 2BR rent
$1,980/mo
Median home price
$315K
Avg utilities
$155/mo
City-wide medians. Fells Point rents may vary above or below depending on building vintage and unit type.Full Baltimore breakdown →
Other Neighborhoods in Baltimore
Compare Fells Point with other popular areas.
Canton
Rowhouses, waterfront park, best restaurants, safest desirable neighborhood; 1BR $1,600–2,100
Federal Hill
Best Inner Harbor views, walkable commercial strip, families; 1BR $1,500–2,000
Hampden (The Avenue)
Quirky, arts community, 36th Street independent shops, affordable; 1BR $1,300–1,700
Roland Park / Guilford
Leafy upscale, Hopkins adjacent, excellent private schools, quiet; 1BR $1,500–2,000
Towson
Safe Baltimore County suburb, Towson University, walkable town center; 1BR $1,200–1,600
Columbia / Ellicott City
Planned community between Baltimore and DC, excellent schools, diverse; 1BR $1,400–1,800
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fells Point a good neighborhood in Baltimore?
Cobblestone waterfront, bars, maritime history, young professionals; 1BR $1,500–2,000
What is the rent in Fells Point, Baltimore?
Baltimore citywide median 1BR rent is $1,550/mo. Fells Point pricing varies from the city average depending on building age, proximity to transit, and in-unit amenities. Studio units in Baltimore often run 15–20% below the 1BR median.
What is Fells Point in Baltimore known for?
Cobblestone waterfront, bars, maritime history, young professionals; 1BR $1,500–2,000
How does Fells Point compare to other Baltimore neighborhoods?
Fells Point is one of 7 notable neighborhoods in Baltimore. Other options include Canton, Federal Hill, Hampden (The Avenue).
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