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Rental Market Trends in Waldorf, MD

What is the average rent in Waldorf, MD?

$1,842/month

Average Rent

797 Sq Ft

Average Apartment Size

-0.9%

Decrease in the Last Year

As of March 2026, the average rent in Waldorf, MD is $1,842 per month. For comparison, the national average rent price in the US is currently $1,627/month, which means Waldorf rent prices are 13% higher than the national average. When you rent an apartment in Waldorf, you can expect to pay about per month for a studio, $1,842 for a one-bedroom apartment, and around $2,149 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you opt for a three-bedroom rental, you could pay $2,725 or more.

Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,842/month
797 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,149/month
1,097 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,725/month
1,475 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,549/month
2,032 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,840/month
1,311 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$3,219/month
2,051 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,645/month
1,265 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$2,921/month
1,138 Sq Ft

How much has average rent changed in Waldorf, MD?

In the past year, rent has decreased by 0.9%, which averages out to $17 less 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 Waldorf, MD
Last Updated March 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Waldorf, MD
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
0% $700 - $1,000/month
8% $1,001 - $1,500/month
42% $1,501 - $2,000/month
50% Above $2,000/month

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What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Waldorf?

Based on current rent prices, Dorchester, St. Charles and Shefield Links are the most affordable neighborhoods in Waldorf.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Dorchester
$1,958/month
745 Sq Ft
St. Charles
$2,271/month
807 Sq Ft
Shefield Links
$2,900/month
895 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Waldorf?

Based on current rent prices, Shefield Links, St. Charles and Dorchester are the most expensive neighborhoods in Waldorf.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Shefield Links
$2,900/month
895 Sq Ft
St. Charles
$2,271/month
807 Sq Ft
Dorchester
$1,958/month
745 Sq Ft

Which Waldorf neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in Waldorf with the most apartments available are St. Charles, Shefield Links and Dorchester .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
St. Charles
$2,271/month
807 Sq Ft
Shefield Links
$2,900/month
895 Sq Ft
Dorchester
$1,958/month
745 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

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

Because the average rent in Waldorf is $1,842, you’ll want to make about $6,140 per month or $73,680 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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2350 Eden Woods Dr,
Waldorf, MD 20601

$1,926 - $5,264

1-3 Beds

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10263 Pine Pl,
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$1,940 - $3,195 Total Monthly Price

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The Ironwood at Waldorf Station

2320 Clubhouse Station Pl,
Waldorf, MD 20601

$2,372 - $3,377 Total Monthly Price

1-3 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 February 2026.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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