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Rental Market Trends in Damascus, MD

Updated July 2026

The average rent in Damascus, MD is $1,405/month.

Rent in Damascus is 16% lower than the national average rent of $1,663/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$1,405/month

Average Rent

675 Sq Ft

Average Size

+1.4%

Change / Year

8

Available Apartments

Damascus rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Damascus average $878 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Damascus average $1,405 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Damascus average $2,071 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Damascus average $2,261 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$878/month
268 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,405/month
675 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,071/month
1,024 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,261/month
1,129 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Damascus, MD?

In the past year, rent has increased by 1.4%, which averages out to $21 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

July 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Damascus, MD

July 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Damascus, MD
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
0% $700 - $1,000/month
33% $1,001 - $1,500/month
33% $1,501 - $2,000/month
33% Above $2,000/month

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Damascus, MD?

Because the average rent in Damascus is $1,405, you’ll want to make about $4,683 per month or $56,196 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.

City

Damascus, MD

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How does Damascus, MD compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Damascus, 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.

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Apartment Communities in Damascus We Think You'll Love

Greenhills Townhomes & Apartments

Greenhills Townhomes & Apartments

10577 Tralee Ter,
Damascus, MD 20872

2 Beds | $1,899

26001 Brigadier Pl

26001 Brigadier Pl

26001 Brigadier Pl,
Damascus, MD 20872

2 Beds | $2,100

25905 Ridge Manor Dr

25905 Ridge Manor Dr

25905 Ridge Manor Dr,
Damascus, MD 20872

2 Beds | $1,950

25936 Largo Ct

25936 Largo Ct

25936 Largo Ct,
Damascus, MD 20872

4 Beds | $3,400

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Damascus?

The average rent in Damascus is $1,405 per month, which is 15.5% lower than the national average of $1,663.

Are rents going up or down in Damascus?

Rents in Damascus, MD are increasing, with prices up 1.4% year-over-year and $21 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Damascus?

In Damascus, MD, 33% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

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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 June 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.

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