Paragon At Columbia Overlook
8151 Robinson Jefferson Dr,
Elkridge, MD 21075
$2,028 - $2,545
1-2 Beds
Rental Market Trends in Elkridge, MD
What is the average rent in Elkridge, MD?
$1,946/month
Average Rent
810 Sq Ft
Average Apartment Size
-3.5%
Decrease in the Last Year
As of January 2026, the average rent in Elkridge, MD is $1,946 per month. This is 20% higher than the national average rent price of $1,624/month, making Elkridge one of the most expensive cities in the US. When you rent an apartment in Elkridge, you can expect to pay about per month for a studio, $1,946 for a one-bedroom apartment, and around $2,190 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you opt for a three-bedroom rental, you could pay $2,623 or more.
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How much has average rent changed in Elkridge, MD?
In the past year, rent has decreased by 3.5%, which averages out to $68 less per month.
Market Trends Over Time
The chart below compares average rent prices to the previous year during the same time period.
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Rent Ranges in Elkridge, MD
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Most rental prices fall within this range
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What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Elkridge?
Based on current rent prices, Deep Run Park, Howard Square Townhomes and Elkridge Hanover are the most affordable neighborhoods in Elkridge.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Elkridge?
Based on current rent prices, Paragon, Jessup-Howard and Elkridge Hanover are the most expensive neighborhoods in Elkridge.
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Which Elkridge neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in Elkridge with the most apartments available are Jessup-Howard, Elkridge Hanover and Deep Run Park .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Elkridge, MD?
Because the average rent in Elkridge is $1,946, you’ll want to make about $6,486 per month or $77,832 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 Elkridge, MD compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Elkridge, 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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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.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.