Last updated October 14, 2026
Average Rent in Maryland (2026)
Average rent across Maryland is $2,164/mo as of October 2026, based on 1,764 units tracked daily across 12 cities and 116 apartment communities. Rents are down $169 (7.5%) compared to 30 days ago. Prices range from $595 to $5,235.
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Maryland Rent by City
Cities ranked by tracked inventory depth, biggest first. Prices are refreshed daily.
| City | Avg Rent | 30d Change | Units | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frederick | $2,005 | -$109 | 494 | $595 |
| Baltimore | $2,195 | -$658 | 435 | $772 |
| Gaithersburg | $2,185 | +$38 | 302 | $1,658 |
| Bowie | $2,344 | +$184 | 211 | $1,531 |
| Largo | $2,043 | +$224 | 114 | $1,557 |
| Rockville | $2,557 | -$12 | 91 | $1,720 |
| Crofton | $2,203 | -$33 | 46 | $1,800 |
| Annapolis | $2,473 | +$33 | 29 | $1,865 |
| Laurel | $1,660 | -$5 | 26 | $1,480 |
| Odenton | $2,460 | +$15 | 6 | $2,180 |
| Mitchellville | $2,193 | +$58 | 5 | $1,820 |
| Upper Marlboro | $1,991 | -$163 | 5 | $1,785 |
Which Maryland Cities Are Getting Cheaper?
30-day percent change in asking rent across Maryland cities. Green bars dropped, red bars rose. Showing the 12 biggest movers.
The Highest-Earning Apartment Buildings in Maryland
Across the 14 Maryland buildings we can estimate, rental revenue totals about $6.9M per month ($83M a year). Estimates come from each building's unit-level listing and leasing activity; click a building for the full methodology.
| Building | City | Est. Monthly Revenue | Est. Occupancy | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.Anthem House | Baltimore, MD | $953K/mo | 92% | 349 |
| 2.Arrive Crofton | Crofton, MD | $810K/mo | 90% | 406 |
| 3.Escher | Rockville, MD | $781K/mo | 97% | 317 |
| 4.Luminary at One Light | Baltimore, MD | $780K/mo | 90% | 332 |
| 5.The Bowen Apartments | Bowie, MD | $726K/mo | 94% | 286 |
| 6.EDE Apartments | Frederick, MD | $714K/mo | 89% | 350 |
| 7.The Fred Apartment Homes | Frederick, MD | $471K/mo | 92% | 240 |
| 8.Pin Oak Village | Bowie, MD | $370K/mo | 93% | 220 |
| 9.Magnolia Haus | Frederick, MD | $356K/mo | 84% | 189 |
| 10.Sharp Leadenhall Apartments | Baltimore, MD | $236K/mo | 99% | 191 |
Research estimates from listing activity, not operator financials.
Rent by Bedroom Type
Average rent in Maryland broken down by apartment size. Only bedroom buckets with 100+ tracked units are shown so every row is backed by meaningful sample size.
| Type | Avg Rent | From | Up To | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,812 | $595 | $2,721 | 120 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,991 | $1,000 | $3,507 | 735 |
| 2 Bedroom | $2,351 | $1,230 | $5,235 | 718 |
| 3 Bedroom | $2,610 | $772 | $5,146 | 139 |
1 bedroom bucket hidden with fewer than 100 tracked units.
Maryland Rent Trend Over Time
Average rent trend across all tracked Maryland apartments.
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What is the average rent in Maryland?
The average rent in Maryland is $2,164 per month as of October 2026, based on 1,764 units tracked across 12 cities.
Which Maryland city has the cheapest rent?
Laurel has the lowest average rent in Maryland at $1,660 per month, with units starting from $1,480.
Are rents going up or down in Maryland?
Rents in Maryland have decreased by $169 (7.5%) over the last 30 days.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Maryland?
The average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Maryland is $1,991 per month, with 735 units available.
What is the most expensive city in Maryland?
Rockville is the most expensive city in Maryland with an average rent of $2,557 per month.
How many apartments are available in Maryland?
We track 1,764 individual units across 116 apartment communities in 12 Maryland cities. Prices are updated daily.
What is the average rent for a studio in Maryland?
The average studio apartment rent in Maryland is $1,812 per month.
How often are Maryland rent prices updated?
We refresh real asking prices every morning. All Maryland rent data is updated daily, giving you the most current pricing available.