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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Modern kitchens
  • Quartz countertops
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • High-end soft close cabinetry
  • 2-bedroom units
  • Washer/dryer included in unit

Location

1238 Light St, Baltimore, MD 21230, USA|SBIC - West Federal Hill
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Management

Bay Property Management Group , LLC

Leasing office

(443) 858-0129

Property Overview

1238 Light St offers chic urban living with modern kitchens, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, soft close cabinetry, and in-unit washer/dryer in 2-bedroom units. It earns strong marks for value, amenities, and location, with a verified overall rating that points to a high-quality rental experience, plus nearby schools, 13 photos, abundant dining and cultural options, parks, and pet-related conveniences.

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

9.0
Excellent
For Rent: Chic Urban Living at 1238 Light St – Your City Oasis Awaits! is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Middle school nearby
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Pet owners
  • Social life

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath572+ sqft$1,599–$1,675 /mo2 units availableNewly constructed luxury building in the heart of Historic Federal Hill! Spacious 1 bedroom unit boasts a light-filled open floorplan featuring wood flooring throughout! Modern kitchens come well-equipped with stainless steel appliances, Quartz countertops, island breakfast bar, and generous storage thanks to high-end soft close cabinetry. Relaxing full bath includes slate ceramic tile, marble top vanity, and sleek fully tiled shower! Washer/dryer included in unit for added efficiency! Conveniently situated only minutes from dozens of local restaurants with easy access to I-95 and I-395. *photos and floorplans may vary* • Surrounded by tons of outdoor dining & entertainment • 3 Minute walk to Cross Street Market • 2 Minutes to Federal Hill Park offering sweeping harbor views • 5 Minutes to Downtown/Inner Harbor • 5 Minutes to M&T Bank Stadium and Camden Yards Pets are considered with a pet addendum, a $500 non-refundable pet fee, and a $25 monthly pet rent per pet. Water fee – tenants will be responsible for the monthly payment of water fee accordingly: Studio units – $30 per unit 1-bedroom units – $30 per unit 2-bedroom units – $45 per unit Rental License No.: L-500523 Call or text David at Bay Management Group for details or to schedule an appointment 443.858.0129 or email **** Application Qualifications: Minimum monthly income 3 times the tenant’s portion of the monthly rent, acceptable rental history, credit history, and criminal history. Renters Insurance is required by all tenants and is provided through Second Nature Resident Benefits for $10.95 per month.

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Amenities for For Rent: Chic Urban Living at 1238 Light St – Your City Oasis Awaits!

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningCustom Tile Shower
Hardwood FloorQuartz Countertop

Appliances

Built-in MicrowaveDishwasher
Garbage DisposalIn-Unit Laundry
MicrowaveOven
RangeRefrigerator
Stainless Steel AppliancesStove/Oven
Washer and Dryer

Building

Bike StorageCats OK
Controlled AccessControlled Access Building
Dogs OK

Grounds

Assigned Parking
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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Parking Policy

Assigned Parking

Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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Building details

Property details

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About For Rent: Chic Urban Living at 1238 Light St – Your City Oasis Awaits!

HomeApartments in BaltimoreSBIC - West Federal Hill For Rent: Chic Urban Living at 1238 Light St – Your City Oasis Awaits!

Rental License No.: L-500523 Call or text David at Bay Management Group for details or to schedule an appointment 443.858.0129 or email ****


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.
9.0
/10
Excellent
For Rent: Chic Urban Living at 1238 Light St – Your City Oasis Awaits! is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
How we rated For Rent: Chic Urban Living at 1238 Light St – Your City Oasis Awaits!
Price·10A 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.
For Rent: Chic Urban Living at 1238 Light St – Your City Oasis Awaits! offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·10A 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.
For Rent: Chic Urban Living at 1238 Light St – Your City Oasis Awaits! stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
For Rent: Chic Urban Living at 1238 Light St – Your City Oasis Awaits! 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·7A 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 it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust For Rent: Chic Urban Living at 1238 Light St – Your City Oasis Awaits! to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
Trustworthiness·8A 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.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

For Rent: Chic Urban Living at 1238 Light St – Your City Oasis Awaits! is great for:

Pet owners

  • Pet deposit required
  • Tile, vinyl or hardwood floors
  • 10 pet supply stores near the property
  • 3 pet grooming services nearby

Social life

  • 441 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Diverse age groups live in this area
  • Area has 93 parks and recreation options
  • 115 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers within 1 mile

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 For Rent: Chic Urban Living at 1238 Light St – Your City Oasis Awaits! compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.3 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

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Rent trends in SBIC - West Federal Hill

1-bedroom apartments at For Rent: Chic Urban Living at 1238 Light St – Your City Oasis Awaits! cost about 15% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in SBIC - West Federal Hill.

Median rents as of Aug 8 2026.
SBIC - West Federal Hill
Baltimore
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Baltimore
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$1,337
September 2024$1,325
October 2024$1,304
November 2024$1,337
December 2024$1,305
January 2025$1,294
February 2025$1,291
March 2025$1,296
April 2025$1,293
May 2025$1,299
June 2025$1,297
July 2025$1,258
August 2025$1,288
September 2025$1,298
October 2025$1,299
November 2025$1,296
December 2025$1,292
January 2026$1,254
February 2026$1,230
March 2026$1,260
April 2026$1,271
May 2026$1,222
June 2026$1,249
July 2026$1,248
August 2026$1,224
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in SBIC - West Federal Hill
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$1,438
September 2024$1,440
October 2024$1,449
July 2025$1,695
August 2025$1,762
September 2025$1,609
October 2025$1,410
November 2025$1,415
December 2025$1,387
January 2026$1,476
February 2026$1,617
March 2026$1,521
May 2026$1,606
June 2026$1,375
July 2026$1,462
August 2026$1,431

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$63,960/yr

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Schools near For Rent: Chic Urban Living at 1238 Light St – Your City Oasis Awaits!

Federal Hill Preparatory School

1040 william st

baltimore, MD, 21230

PK, K-7Public
B-

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
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Neighborhood

SBIC - West Federal Hill | Baltimore, MD

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Lively and energetic
You’ll be in the heart of the action in this bustling and vibrant area with plenty of shopping, nightlife, and culture.

Getting around Baltimore near 1238 Light St

Walking

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

Driving

4/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.

Cycling

6/10
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 1238 Light St, Baltimore

Groceries

7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

9/10
Wide 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

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

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

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