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Gaithersburg, MD

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Washington, D.C. suburb offers something for everyone.

Family-Friendly Convenient Commuter

Welcome to Gaithersburg, a welcoming city in Montgomery County that combines suburban comfort with metropolitan convenience. Located in Montgomery County, this community offers diverse housing options, from historic homes in Olde Towne to contemporary residences in the Kentlands and Lakelands neighborhoods. Current rental trends show one-bedroom apartments averaging $1,779 and two-bedroom units at $2,146. The city's thoughtful development has created walkable neighborhoods with tree-lined streets, community parks, and shopping destinations. The RIO Washingtonian Center offers waterfront dining and entertainment options along its scenic lakefront setting.

Gaithersburg's outdoor spaces include Bohrer Park, home to a water park and recreation center. The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) campus has established the city as a center for scientific research and technology innovation. Local history comes alive at the Gaithersburg Latitude Observatory, the city's National Historic Landmark, which served as an important astronomical research facility until 1982. The community celebrates its cultural heritage through year-round festivals and events, while offering convenient access to Washington D.C. via the Shady Grove Metro station. With its mix of historic architecture and contemporary amenities, Gaithersburg provides a comfortable suburban setting just minutes from the capital.

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Rent Trends

As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Gaithersburg, MD is $1,677 for a studio, $1,728 for one bedroom, $2,061 for two bedrooms, and $2,456 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Gaithersburg has decreased by -1.6% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,728/month
782 Sq Ft
House
$3,638/month
2,353 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,101/month
962 Sq Ft
Townhome
$3,118/month
1,243 Sq Ft
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Cost of Living

The cost of living in Gaithersburg, MD is 30.8% higher than the national average. Generally, housing in Gaithersburg is 86.5% more expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,679 - $2,456. You can expect to pay 9.2% more for groceries, 10.9% more for utilities, and 0.7% more for transportation.

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Transportation

60

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

29

Some Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

51

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

Diamond Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

676 Students

Rachel Carson Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

698 Students

Thurgood Marshall Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

591 Students

Darnestown Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

340 Students

Brown Station Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

617 Students

Lakelands Park Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

1,042 Students

Ridgeview Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

751 Students

Shady Grove Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

495 Students

Gaithersburg Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

875 Students

Forest Oak Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

922 Students

Quince Orchard High

Public

Grades 9-12

2,154 Students

Watkins Mill High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,715 Students

Gaithersburg High

Public

Grades 9-12

2,436 Students

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Seneca Creek State Park
  • Hunters Woods Park
  • Agricultural History Farm Park
  • Croydon Creek Nature Center
  • Black Hill Visitor Center

Airports

  • Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl
  • Washington Dulles International

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in November 2025.