Chestnut Oaks, 55+
1800 Palmer Rd,
Fort Washington, MD 20744
1-2 Beds | $2,000
Rental Market Trends in Fort Washington, MD
Updated July 2026
The average rent in Fort Washington, MD is $1,424/month.
Rent in Fort Washington is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,663/month.
$1,424/month
Average Rent
733 Sq Ft
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+0.1%
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Available Apartments
Fort Washington rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Fort Washington average $1,225 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Fort Washington average $1,424 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Fort Washington average $1,617 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Fort Washington average $1,877 or more per month.
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How much has average rent changed in Fort Washington, MD?
In the past year, rent has increased by 0.1%, which averages out to $2 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
July 2026
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Rent Ranges in Fort Washington, MD
July 2026
$1,501 - $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
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0%
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0%
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17%
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83%
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0%
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Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Fort Washington?
Based on current rent prices, Friendly is the most affordable neighborhood in Fort Washington.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Fort Washington?
Based on current rent prices, Friendly is the most expensive neighborhood in Fort Washington.
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Which Fort Washington neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhood in Fort Washington with the most apartments available is Friendly .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Fort Washington, MD?
Because the average rent in Fort Washington is $1,424, you’ll want to make about $4,746 per month or $56,952 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 Fort Washington, MD compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Fort Washington, 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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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Fort Washington?
The average rent in Fort Washington is $1,424 per month, which is 14.4% lower than the national average of $1,663.
What is the average rent for a house in Fort Washington?
The average rent for a house in Fort Washington, MD is $2,582 per month.
What is the average rent for a condo in Fort Washington?
The average rent for a condo in Fort Washington, MD is $2,166 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Fort Washington?
Rents in Fort Washington, MD are increasing, with prices up 0.1% year-over-year and $2 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Fort Washington?
In Fort Washington, MD, 83% of apartments fall between $1,501 - $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 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.