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Highlights
- On-site parking
- Fitness room
- Exposed brick walls
- Ground-floor retail
Location
301 W Franklin St, Baltimore, MD 21201, USA|Downtown Baltimore
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Property Overview
St. James at 301 West Franklin Street achieves an impressive Zumper expert rating of 8.5, reflecting its competitive pricing and high value for amenities like on-site parking and a fitness room. The property enjoys a prime location, rated 9 out of 10, with exceptional access to schools, parks, and restaurants, while its notable features and transparency contribute to a trustworthy reputation. With strong ratings in amenities and quality, it stands out as a top choice for those seeking an active lifestyle and vibrant community engagement.
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.
Things you’ll love
More space- Middle school nearby
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Great for
Work-from-home
Wellness
Social life
Floor plans
| 0BR/1.0BA | Studio | 1 bath | 449+ sqft | $1,300 /mo | 3 units available | At St. James Place Apartments, you will find beautiful arches, dramatic picture windows, original masonry, and exposed brick walls that will lend character and dimension to your urban lifestyle. You will also enjoy the advantages of ground-floor retail, a fitness room and on-site parking. SPECIALS!! We will be offering $500 off the first month rent! | |
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | 551+ sqft | $1,450–$1,650 /mo | 5 units available | At St. James Place Apartments, you will find beautiful arches, dramatic picture windows, original masonry, and exposed brick walls that will lend character and dimension to your urban lifestyle. You will also enjoy the advantages of ground-floor retail, a fitness room and on-site parking. SPECIALS!! We will be offering $500 off the first month rent! |
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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.
8.5
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Very GoodWith a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, St. James at 301 West Franklin Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, St. James at 301 West Franklin Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
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.
St. James at 301 West Franklin Street 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·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, St. James at 301 West Franklin Street is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location ·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
St. James at 301 West Franklin Street 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 St. James at 301 West Franklin Street to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
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.
St. James at 301 West Franklin Street 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.
St. James at 301 West Franklin Street is great for:
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 St. James at 301 West Franklin Street compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- Studio is 300 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.1 mile away
- More space
- The 1-bedroom is 161 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Images Available
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Rent trends in Downtown Baltimore
Studio apartments at St. James at 301 West Franklin Street cost about 1% more than the average rent price for studios in Downtown Baltimore.
1-bedroom apartments here are priced 4% higher than 1-bedrooms in Downtown Baltimore.
Median rents as of Mar 21 2026.
Downtown Baltimore
Baltimore
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| April 2024 | $1,200 |
| May 2024 | $1,183 |
| June 2024 | $1,095 |
| July 2024 | $1,026 |
| August 2024 | $1,067 |
| September 2024 | $1,082 |
| 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 | $1,035 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| April 2024 | $1,272 |
| May 2024 | $1,324 |
| June 2024 | $1,460 |
| July 2024 | $1,436 |
| August 2024 | $1,364 |
| September 2024 | $1,352 |
| October 2024 | $1,358 |
| November 2024 | $1,333 |
| December 2024 | $1,243 |
| January 2025 | $1,285 |
| February 2025 | $1,293 |
| March 2025 | $1,280 |
| April 2025 | $1,248 |
| May 2025 | $1,224 |
| June 2025 | $1,210 |
| July 2025 | $1,215 |
| August 2025 | $1,277 |
| September 2025 | $1,264 |
| October 2025 | $1,204 |
| November 2025 | $1,222 |
| December 2025 | $1,259 |
| January 2026 | $1,269 |
| February 2026 | $1,272 |
| March 2026 | $1,264 |
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Can I afford to live at 301 W Franklin St?
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Rent-to-income ratio
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Schools near St. James at 301 West Franklin Street
The Historic Samuel Coleridge-Taylor Elementary School
507 w preston st
baltimore, MD, 21201
PK, K-7Public
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Sharp-Leadenhall Elementary School
1919 n broadway st
baltimore, MD, 21213
2-7Public
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Elmer A. Henderson: A Johns Hopkins Partnership School
2100 ashland ave
baltimore, MD, 21205
PK, K-8Public
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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
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Neighborhood
Downtown Baltimore | 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 301 W Franklin St
Walking
10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
9/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 301 W Franklin St, Baltimore
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
8/10
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
8/10
Wide variety of bars within a few minutes' walk
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5 Stars Deli & Grocery
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Lexington Market, Inc
400 W Lexington St
Eddie's of Mount Vernon
7 W Eager St
Stop 1 Grocery Plus Inc
423 E Baltimore St
Save-A-Lot
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Kloset LLC
302 Park Ave
Designs By Nicky's Tailoring
204 W Saratoga St
Hosiery World
211 W Saratoga St
Fashion of Scents LLC
234 Park Ave
DTLR
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Vegan Juiceolog
413 N Howard St
Ceremony Coffee Roasters
520 Park Ave
Dunkin'
415 W Franklin St
Deddle's Mini Donuts Truck
112 N Eutaw St
Bambu
802 Fleet St
Gojo Hookah Lounge
317 Park Ave
Hookah Accessories Inc
304 N Howard St
Klymaxx Lounge
228 Park Ave
Fire & Ice
1234 Redgate Cir
Son Son Tavern & Liquor Store
308 N Eutaw St
Refocused Vegan
429 N Eutaw St
Coffeeland
222 N Charles St
Lexington Market Garage
208 N Paca St
Bergers Bakery
400 W Lexington St
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400 W Lexington St
Park
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