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Rental Market Trends in Silver Spring, MD
Updated September 2026
The average rent in Silver Spring, MD is $1,770/month.
Rent in Silver Spring is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,664/month.
$1,770/month
Average Rent
760 Sq Ft
Average Size
-0.9%
Change / Year
2,348
Available Apartments
Silver Spring rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Silver Spring average $1,497 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Silver Spring average $1,770 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Silver Spring average $2,039 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Silver Spring average $2,372 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
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How much has average rent changed in Silver Spring, MD?
In the past year, rent has decreased by 0.9%, which averages out to $15 less per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Silver Spring, MD
September 2026
$1,501 - $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
1%
$700 - $1,000/month
12%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
59%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
28%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Silver Spring?
Based on current rent prices, White Oak, Rossmoor and Aspen Hill are the most affordable neighborhoods in Silver Spring.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Silver Spring?
Based on current rent prices, Downtown Silver Spring, Calverton and Silver Spring Park are the most expensive neighborhoods in Silver Spring.
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Which Silver Spring neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in Silver Spring with the most apartments available are Downtown Silver Spring, Silver Spring Park and Wheaton-Glenmont .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Silver Spring, MD?
Because the average rent in Silver Spring is $1,770, you’ll want to make about $5,900 per month or $70,800 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 Silver Spring, MD compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Silver Spring, 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 Silver Spring Area GuideStudio
$1,207/month
$1,586/month
One Bedroom
$1,576/month
$1,946/month
Two Bedroom
$1,846/month
$2,538/month
Three Bedroom
$2,000/month
$3,697/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Silver Spring?
The average rent in Silver Spring is $1,770 per month, which is 6.4% higher than the national average of $1,664.
What is the average rent for a house in Silver Spring?
The average rent for a house in Silver Spring, MD is $3,411 per month.
What is the average rent for a townhome in Silver Spring?
The average rent for a townhome in Silver Spring, MD is $2,808 per month.
What is the average rent for a condo in Silver Spring?
The average rent for a condo in Silver Spring, MD is $1,653 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Silver Spring?
Rents in Silver Spring, MD are decreasing, with prices down 0.9% year-over-year and $15 less per month.
What rent range is most common in Silver Spring?
In Silver Spring, MD, 59% 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 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.