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Highlights

  • Large windows
  • Gas range
  • Original wood flooring
  • Recessed lighting
  • High ceilings
  • Street parking

Location

1601 Shakespeare St, Baltimore, MD 21231, USA|Fells Point
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Management

Canton Management Company LLC

Leasing office

(410) 980-5031

Property Overview

1601 Shakespeare St offers strong value with an 8.5 expert rating, standout scores for price, amenities, and location, and a trustworthiness rating that reflects a clear, detailed listing. It also features large windows, high ceilings, original wood flooring, recessed lighting, a gas range, and street parking, while nearby transit, walkability, parks, restaurants, gyms, coworking options, and internet providers add convenience and flexibility.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

7.9
Very Good
1601 Shakespeare St is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Eco living
  • Work-from-home
  • Wellness

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath600 sqft$1,600 /mo1 unit availableBright & stylish 1-bedroom and 1-bathroom Fells Point apartment on historic cobblestone street, less than two blocks from the waterfront. Second floor unit is accessed from common stairwell. High ceilings and large windows in bays, original wood flooring. Pocket kitchen with gas range. Bathroom is accessed through bedroom. Common laundry in building. Recessed lighting. Parking permit is required for street parking. Cats are allowed with a one-time $250 pet fee per cat (two cats maximum), and $25/month per cat pet rent. Baltimore City Rental License # 516075. Rental insurance required. $1,600/month + utilities. Available mid October. Please reach out to schedule a showing.

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Amenities for 1601 Shakespeare St

Appliances

Gas RangeRange
Refrigerator

Building

Common LaundryOnsite Laundry
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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About 1601 Shakespeare St

HomeApartments in BaltimoreFells Point 1601 Shakespeare St

Bright & stylish 1-bedroom and 1-bathroom Fells Point apartment on historic cobblestone street, less than two blocks from the waterfront. Second floor unit is accessed from common stairwell. High ceilings and large windows in bays, original wood flooring. Pocket kitchen with gas range. Bathroom is accessed through bedroom. Common laundry in building. Recessed lighting. Parking permit is required for street parking. Cats are allowed with a one-time $250 pet fee per cat (two cats maximum), and $25/month per cat pet rent. Baltimore City Rental License # 516075. Rental insurance required. $1,600/month + utilities. Available mid October. Please reach out to schedule a showing.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
7.9
/10
Very Good
1601 Shakespeare St is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated 1601 Shakespeare St
Price·8A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Scoring a 8/10, 1601 Shakespeare St is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Fells Point. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
1601 Shakespeare St goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including common laundry. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 1601 Shakespeare St receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
1601 Shakespeare St is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 1601 Shakespeare St does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
1601 Shakespeare St provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

1601 Shakespeare St is great for:

Eco living

  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • Public transit available nearby
  • 60 parks within a mile

Work-from-home

  • Large windows for natural lighting
  • Quiet environment with little noise pollution
  • 5 internet service provider options nearby
  • 2 coworking spaces or cafes within 1 mile

Wellness

  • Ample windows and natural lighting
  • 67 gyms or yoga centers nearby
  • 31 sports facilities (like tennis courts) nearby
  • On-site fitness or wellness programs

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 1601 Shakespeare St compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.1 mile away
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Fells Point

1-bedroom apartments at 1601 Shakespeare St cost about 24% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Fells Point.

Median rents as of Aug 29 2026.
Fells Point
Baltimore
A table of studio rental data trends in Baltimore
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$1,081
October 2024$1,079
November 2024$1,096
December 2024$1,096
January 2025$1,078
February 2025$1,062
March 2025$1,057
April 2025$1,015
May 2025$1,021
June 2025$989
July 2025$950
August 2025$986
September 2025$1,015
October 2025$1,050
November 2025$1,018
December 2025$1,000
January 2026$1,011
February 2026$1,001
March 2026$1,033
April 2026$1,070
May 2026$1,085
June 2026$1,043
July 2026$1,018
August 2026$1,000
A table of studio rental data trends in Fells Point
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$1,987
October 2024$2,003
November 2024$1,933
December 2024$1,939
January 2025$1,939
February 2025$1,837
March 2025$1,676
April 2025$1,625
May 2025$1,651
June 2025$1,853
July 2025$1,983
August 2025$1,848
September 2025$1,371
October 2025$1,233
November 2025$1,198
December 2025$1,200
January 2026$1,285
February 2026$1,439
April 2026$1,935
May 2026$1,976
June 2026$1,673
July 2026$1,662
August 2026$1,864

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$64,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $64,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,600.
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Schools near 1601 Shakespeare St

Sharp-Leadenhall Elementary School

1919 n broadway st

baltimore, MD, 21213

2-7Public
C-

Elmer A. Henderson: A Johns Hopkins Partnership School

2100 ashland ave

baltimore, MD, 21205

PK, K-8Public
C-

William S. Baer School

2001 n warwick ave

baltimore, MD, 21216

PK, K-12Public

Lois T. Murray Elementary School

820 e 43rd st

baltimore, MD, 21212

K-8Public
C

Hanover Hills

7030 banbury dr

hanover, MD, 21076

PK, K-5Public
B+
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Getting around Baltimore near 1601 Shakespeare St

Walking

10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

5/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.

Cycling

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 1601 Shakespeare St, Baltimore

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

9/10
Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

10/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Parks

6/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

10/10
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk

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