University View
8204 Baltimore Ave,
College Park, MD 20740
1-4 Beds | $1,209 - $2,299
Rental Market Trends in College Park, MD
Updated September 2026
The average rent in College Park, MD is $1,834/month.
Rent in College Park is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,665/month.
$1,834/month
Average Rent
765 Sq Ft
Average Size
-3.6%
Change / Year
902
Available Apartments
College Park rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in College Park average $1,436 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in College Park average $1,834 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in College Park average $2,320 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in College Park average $2,658 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
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How much has average rent changed in College Park, MD?
In the past year, rent has decreased by 3.6%, which averages out to $66 less per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in College Park, MD
September 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
6%
$700 - $1,000/month
25%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
31%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
38%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in College Park?
Based on current rent prices, North College Park, Calvert Hills Historic District and Old Town Hyattsville are the most affordable neighborhoods in College Park.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in College Park?
Based on current rent prices, Old Town Hyattsville, Calvert Hills Historic District and North College Park are the most expensive neighborhoods in College Park.
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Which College Park neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in College Park with the most apartments available are North College Park, Calvert Hills Historic District and Old Town Hyattsville .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in College Park, MD?
Because the average rent in College Park is $1,834, you’ll want to make about $6,113 per month or $73,356 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 College Park, MD compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare College Park, 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 College Park Area GuideStudio
$1,400/month
$692/month
One Bedroom
$1,700/month
$1,597/month
Two Bedroom
$1,926/month
$1,633/month
Three Bedroom
$2,389/month
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Compare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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Adelphi
Avg Rent: $1,538/month
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Langley Park
Avg Rent: $1,352/month
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Riverdale Park
Avg Rent: $2,380/month
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Hyattsville
Avg Rent: $1,642/month
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Riverdale
Avg Rent: $1,376/month
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Greenbelt
Avg Rent: $1,787/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in College Park?
The average rent in College Park is $1,834 per month, which is 10.2% higher than the national average of $1,665.
What is the average rent for a house in College Park?
The average rent for a house in College Park, MD is $2,985 per month.
Are rents going up or down in College Park?
Rents in College Park, MD are decreasing, with prices down 3.6% year-over-year and $66 less per month.
What rent range is most common in College Park?
In College Park, MD, 38% of apartments fall above $2,000/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.