Mira Upper Rock
70 Upper Rock Cir,
Rockville, MD 20850
Studio - 2 Beds | $1,937 - $2,713
Rental Market Trends in Rockville, MD
Updated August 2026
The average rent in Rockville, MD is $2,035/month.
Rent in Rockville is 22% higher than the national average rent of $1,663/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.
$2,035/month
Average Rent
748 Sq Ft
Average Size
+2%
Change / Year
1,742
Available Apartments
Rockville rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Rockville average $1,840 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Rockville average $2,035 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Rockville average $2,498 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Rockville average $3,046 or more per month.
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How much has average rent changed in Rockville, MD?
In the past year, rent has increased by 2%, which averages out to $41 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
August 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Rockville, MD
August 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
2%
$700 - $1,000/month
0%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
15%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
83%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Rockville?
Based on current rent prices, West Rockville, East Rockville and Pike & Rose are the most affordable neighborhoods in Rockville.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Rockville?
Based on current rent prices, Rockville Town Center, Central Rockville and Pike & Rose are the most expensive neighborhoods in Rockville.
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Which Rockville neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in Rockville with the most apartments available are East Rockville, Pike & Rose and Central Rockville .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Rockville, MD?
Because the average rent in Rockville is $2,035, you’ll want to make about $6,783 per month or $81,396 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 Rockville, MD compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Rockville, 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 Rockville Area GuideStudio
$1,490/month
$2,093/month
One Bedroom
$1,874/month
$2,291/month
Two Bedroom
$2,439/month
$2,895/month
Three Bedroom
$2,891/month
$3,568/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Rockville?
The average rent in Rockville is $2,035 per month, which is 22.4% higher than the national average of $1,663.
What is the average rent for a house in Rockville?
The average rent for a house in Rockville, MD is $3,150 per month.
What is the average rent for a condo in Rockville?
The average rent for a condo in Rockville, MD is $1,699 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Rockville?
Rents in Rockville, MD are increasing, with prices up 2.0% year-over-year and $41 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Rockville?
In Rockville, MD, 83% 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 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.