Ellicott Grove in Baltimore: Mid-Rise Apartments in Canton with Direct Harbor Views

Ellicott Grove is a 247-unit mid-rise residential building in Canton that opened in 2019, positioned between the neighborhood's warehouse conversions and newer luxury development. The building occupies the block bounded by Ellicott Street and the Canton waterfront, offering a middle market option for renters who want proximity to the Inner Harbor without the premium pricing of buildings directly on the water.

What Ellicott Grove actually is

The building is 10 stories with a mix of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans. Units face either the Canton street grid or the water; a portion of the upper floors have direct views of the Patapsco River and the Federal Hill skyline. The building includes 185 parking spaces (both indoor and outdoor), a fitness center, a residents' lounge, and a dog park. There is no on-site retail, though the building sits one block from Canton's main commercial corridor along O'Donnell Street.

Unit types and current pricing

Rent varies by floor, orientation, and lease length. As of early 2024, studio units started around $1,400 to $1,600 per month; one-bedroom units ranged from $1,800 to $2,400; two-bedroom units ran $2,400 to $3,200. Units with water views command a premium of $200 to $400 over comparable street-facing units. The building offers 12-month and 13-month lease options. Parking is included in rent for one space; additional spaces cost $150 to $200 per month. A non-refundable application fee of $50 applies. Pet policy allows dogs and cats with a one-time fee of $300 to $500 per animal and monthly rent surcharge of $25 per pet.

Verify current pricing with the leasing office; rents in Canton shift seasonally and with lease availability.

How Ellicott Grove compares to other Canton and waterfront options

Canton has three distinct rental tiers. Ellicott Grove falls in the middle: newer construction with amenities, direct water views available, but without the ultra-luxury pricing of Canton Crossing (across O'Donnell Street, with retail ground floor and rooftop lounge, typically $200 to $400 higher per unit) or the warehouse-conversion aesthetic and often lower pricing of adaptive-reuse buildings scattered through the neighborhood like those along the Canton Waterfront Park loop. South of Canton, Federal Hill offers similar mid-market options in converted rowhouses at comparable rents but without the unified amenity package.

Choose Ellicott Grove if you want predictable, relatively new construction, included parking, and the option of water views without the markup of Canton's most prominent waterfront addresses. Choose a warehouse conversion if you prefer character and lower entry pricing. Choose Federal Hill if you want rowhouse living and more local retail immediately adjacent to your building.

Who Ellicott Grove suits and who it does not

The building appeals to young professionals and early-stage families seeking modern finishes, a fitness center, and reliable management in a neighborhood still more affordable than Fells Point or Harbor East. The included parking and dog amenities make it practical for car owners and pet owners. The lack of on-site dining, grocery, or retail means residents depend on walking or driving to O'Donnell Street or beyond; this is a drawback for those seeking immediate street-level walkability. The building's size (247 units) and turnover rate mean it functions more like a managed complex than a small community building. Lease application approval typically takes 3 to 5 business days once the application is submitted.

What the first visit involves

Leasing staff conduct tours by appointment during office hours (typically 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. weekdays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekends; confirm ahead). Tours include a model unit and a walk through one floor to show hallway and common-area finishes. Applicants should bring photo ID and proof of income (recent pay stub or tax return) to move toward a lease. The application itself requests employment history, references, and consent for a credit and background check. Pets require documentation of vaccination records.

Parking, access, and logistics

The building entrance is on Ellicott Street. Parking is split between indoor garage (accessed via ramp from Ellicott) and outdoor lot. The enclosed garage is heated and offers the most weather protection. Loading for move-in uses a dedicated service entrance. Public transportation includes the #3 and #10 MTA bus lines on O'Donnell Street, about a three-minute walk; the Inner Harbor Light Rail station is a 15-minute walk. Ellicott Grove sits two blocks from Canton Waterfront Park and one block from the restaurants and shops along O'Donnell Street.

Ellicott Grove fills a gap between luxury waterfront towers and smaller neighborhood buildings, making it a reasonable choice for renters who want new construction and included parking without premium waterfront pricing.