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Rental Market Trends in Elkridge, MD

What is the average rent in Elkridge, MD?

$1,999/month

Average Rent

811 Sq Ft

Average Apartment Size

+0.6%

Increase in the Last Year

As of June 2026, the average rent in Elkridge, MD is $1,999 per month. This is 22% higher than the national average rent price of $1,644/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, $1,999 for a one-bedroom apartment, and around $2,290 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you opt for a three-bedroom rental, you could pay $2,615 or more.

Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,999/month
811 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,290/month
1,084 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,615/month
1,389 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,975/month
1,822 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,098/month
1,817 Sq Ft

How much has average rent changed in Elkridge, MD?

In the past year, rent has increased by 0.6%, which averages out to $13 more 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
Last Updated June 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Elkridge, MD
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
0% $700 - $1,000/month
0% $1,001 - $1,500/month
23% $1,501 - $2,000/month
77% Above $2,000/month

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What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Elkridge?

Based on current rent prices, Jessup-Howard and Elkridge Hanover" are the most affordable neighborhoods in Elkridge.

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Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Jessup-Howard
$2,029/month
808 Sq Ft
Elkridge Hanover
$2,088/month
793 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Elkridge?

Based on current rent prices, Elkridge Hanover and Jessup-Howard" are the most expensive neighborhoods in Elkridge.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Elkridge Hanover
$2,088/month
793 Sq Ft
Jessup-Howard
$2,029/month
808 Sq Ft

Which Elkridge neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in Elkridge with the most apartments available are Jessup-Howard and Elkridge Hanover" .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Jessup-Howard
$2,029/month
808 Sq Ft
Elkridge Hanover
$2,088/month
793 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

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

Because the average rent in Elkridge is $1,999, you’ll want to make about $6,663 per month or $79,956 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.

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Elkridge, MD

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

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Apartment Averages

Jessup-Howard

Elkridge, MD

Elkridge Hanover

Elkridge, MD

Studio
$1,913/month
$1,862/month
One Bedroom
$2,153/month
$1,973/month
Two Bedroom
$2,617/month
$2,239/month
Three Bedroom
$3,620/month
$2,505/month
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Apartment communities in Elkridge we think you'll love

Paragon At Columbia Overlook

Paragon At Columbia Overlook

8151 Robinson Jefferson Dr,
Elkridge, MD 21075

$2,228 - $2,662 Total Monthly Price

1-2 Beds

Belmont Station

Belmont Station

6900 Tasker Fls,
Elkridge, MD 21075

$2,000 - $3,089

1-2 Beds

Sherwood Crossing

Sherwood Crossing

6731 Old Waterloo Rd,
Elkridge, MD 21075

$1,824 - $2,874 Total Monthly Price

1-3 Beds

Verde at Howard Square East

Verde at Howard Square East

7600 Hearthside Way,
Elkridge, MD 21075

$1,850 - $2,680

1-2 Beds

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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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