Apartments for Rent in La Plata MD
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Explore Rent Prices Near La Plata, MD
La Plata, MD’s average rent price is $1,648 per month. Compare rent prices and available listings in nearby cities to find better value or more options that fit your budget.
| Average Rent | |
|---|---|
| Waldorf | $2,038 |
| Accokeek | $1,350 |
| Fort Washington | $1,449 |
| Brandywine | $1,950 |
| Oxon Hill | $1,637 |
Average Monthly Rent is calculated using the average rent of active one-bedroom apartment listings.
La Plata, MD Apartments for Rent
Devastation hit La Plata in 2002 when a tornado completely wiped out the town. Massive recovery and rebuilding efforts eventually erased all evidence of the damage inflicted by the tornado, leading to a stronger, closer community as well as a more beautiful La Plata.
The La Plata community bonds over a wide variety of family-friendly events, including the La Plata Bed Races, Celebrate La Plata, Kids Summer Shows, Summer Concert Series, Fall Festival, Harvest Halloween Party, Veterans Parade, and Breakfast with Santa. A broad range of local businesses along Charles Street contribute to the small-town flavor of La Plata while several nearby parks and nature preserves offer La Plata residents plenty of outdoor recreational opportunities. Metropolitan amenities abound in nearby Waldorf, DC, and Baltimore.
La Plata, MD Rental Insights
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The average rent in La Plata, MD is $1,996 per month. By comparison, renters across the U.S. pay an average of $1,624, which means housing in La Plata, MD is slightly more expensive than much of the country.
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The cost of living in La Plata, MD is 12.8% higher than the national average. Daily expenses like housing, groceries, and transportation generally cost more than in many other U.S. cities.
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To live comfortably in La Plata, MD as a single adult with no dependents, aim for a salary of at least $93,000 before taxes. Expect to spend about $10,260/year for groceries, $13,608 for goods and services, and $36,504/year for housing. To decide how much you should spend on rent, use our rent affordability calculator.
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You can find flexible rentals in La Plata, MD by exploring short-term rentals for temporary stays or browsing furnished apartments for move-in ready options that save time and hassle.
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Tour apartments from your couch with Matterport 3D Tours. We have 120 La Plata apartments with virtual tours available. Walk through the apartment, view room layouts and get a feel for the space before an in-person tour.
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La Plata, MD has very few transit options. Residents typically rely on driving for daily needs.
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Students renting in La Plata, MD have access to Southern Maryland, La Platta, Coll. of Southern Md., Waldorf, Southern Md, Prince Frederick, and NOVA, Woodbridge Campus.