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Rental Market Trends in Catonsville, MD
Updated September 2026
The average rent in Catonsville, MD is $1,490/month.
Rent in Catonsville is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,665/month.
$1,490/month
Average Rent
741 Sq Ft
Average Size
+1.5%
Change / Year
475
Available Apartments
Catonsville rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Catonsville average $1,179 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Catonsville average $1,490 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Catonsville average $1,670 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Catonsville average $2,248 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
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How much has average rent changed in Catonsville, MD?
In the past year, rent has increased by 1.5%, which averages out to $23 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
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Rent Ranges in Catonsville, MD
September 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
0%
$700 - $1,000/month
47%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
40%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
13%
Above $2,000/month
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Catonsville, MD?
Because the average rent in Catonsville is $1,490, you’ll want to make about $4,966 per month or $59,592 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.
How does Catonsville, MD compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Catonsville, MD to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.
View the Catonsville Area GuideCompare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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Woodlawn
Avg Rent: $1,000/month
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Elkridge
Avg Rent: $2,000/month
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Halethorpe
Avg Rent: $1,179/month
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Gwynn Oak
Avg Rent: $1,247/month
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Hanover
Avg Rent: $2,152/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Catonsville?
The average rent in Catonsville is $1,490 per month, which is 10.5% lower than the national average of $1,665.
What is the average rent for a house in Catonsville?
The average rent for a house in Catonsville, MD is $2,371 per month.
What is the average rent for a townhome in Catonsville?
The average rent for a townhome in Catonsville, MD is $1,740 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Catonsville?
Rents in Catonsville, MD are increasing, with prices up 1.5% year-over-year and $23 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Catonsville?
In Catonsville, MD, 47% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
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 September 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.