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9562 Old Route 108,
Ellicott City, MD 21042
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Rental Market Trends in Ellicott City, MD
Updated September 2026
The average rent in Ellicott City, MD is $1,846/month.
Rent in Ellicott City is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,665/month.
$1,846/month
Average Rent
745 Sq Ft
Average Size
+3%
Change / Year
462
Available Apartments
Ellicott City rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Ellicott City average $2,087 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Ellicott City average $1,846 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Ellicott City average $2,315 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Ellicott City average $3,345 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
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How much has average rent changed in Ellicott City, MD?
In the past year, rent has increased by 3%, which averages out to $57 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Ellicott City, MD
September 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
0%
$700 - $1,000/month
0%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
24%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
76%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Ellicott City?
Based on current rent prices, Old Ellicott City is the most affordable neighborhood in Ellicott City.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Ellicott City?
Based on current rent prices, Old Ellicott City is the most expensive neighborhood in Ellicott City.
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Which Ellicott City neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhood in Ellicott City with the most apartments available is Old Ellicott City .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Ellicott City, MD?
Because the average rent in Ellicott City is $1,846, you’ll want to make about $6,153 per month or $73,836 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 Ellicott City, MD compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Ellicott City, 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 Ellicott City Area GuideStudio
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One Bedroom
$1,490/month
$1,490/month
Two Bedroom
$1,793/month
$1,793/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Ellicott City?
The average rent in Ellicott City is $1,846 per month, which is 10.9% higher than the national average of $1,665.
What is the average rent for a house in Ellicott City?
The average rent for a house in Ellicott City, MD is $3,290 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Ellicott City?
Rents in Ellicott City, MD are increasing, with prices up 3.0% year-over-year and $57 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Ellicott City?
In Ellicott City, MD, 76% 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.