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Rental Market Trends in District Heights, MD

Updated July 2026

The average rent in District Heights, MD is $1,425/month.

Rent in District Heights is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,663/month.

$1,425/month

Average Rent

782 Sq Ft

Average Size

-1.2%

Change / Year

576

Available Apartments

District Heights rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in District Heights average per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in District Heights average $1,425 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in District Heights average $1,524 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in District Heights average $2,088 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,425/month
782 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,524/month
1,028 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,088/month
1,244 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,445/month
216 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in District Heights, MD?

In the past year, rent has decreased by 1.2%, which averages out to $16 less per month.

Market Trends Over Time

July 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in District Heights, MD

July 2026
$1,501 - $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in District Heights, MD
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
0% $700 - $1,000/month
17% $1,001 - $1,500/month
67% $1,501 - $2,000/month
17% Above $2,000/month

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

Because the average rent in District Heights is $1,425, you’ll want to make about $4,750 per month or $57,000 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

District Heights, MD

576 Available Apartments for Rent

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

Use the tool below to compare District Heights, 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 District Heights We Think You'll Love

North Hills Apartments

North Hills Apartments

6501 Hil Mar Dr,
District Heights, MD 20747

1-3 Beds | $1,275 - $1,949

Flats of Forestville

Flats of Forestville

3253 Walters Ln,
District Heights, MD 20747

1-3 Beds | $1,268 - $2,052

Dunhill South Apartments

Dunhill South Apartments

5815 Marlboro Pike,
District Heights, MD 20747

1-3 Beds | $1,705

Parkland Square

Parkland Square

2100 County Rd,
Forestville, MD 20747

Studio - 3 Beds | $1,440 - $1,920

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in District Heights?

The average rent in District Heights is $1,425 per month, which is 14.3% lower than the national average of $1,663.

Are rents going up or down in District Heights?

Rents in District Heights, MD are decreasing, with prices down 1.2% year-over-year and $16 less per month.

What rent range is most common in District Heights?

In District Heights, MD, 67% of apartments fall between $1,501 - $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Maryland District Heights Rental Trends

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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