Average Rent in 21045, Columbia, MD

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Current Versus Historical 21045, Columbia, MD Rents

21045 rentals average $1,450 for a 1-bedroom rental to $3,948 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $2,600, or roughly $22 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in October 2026, median rents have risen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have increased by $0 (0.00%) year-over-year from $1,300 to $1,300. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $207 (13.86%) year-over-year from $1,491 to $1,698. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $248 (12.72%) year-over-year from $1,952 to $2,200. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $33 (1.20%) year-over-year from $2,767 to $2,800. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $367 (9.57%) year-over-year from $3,833 to $4,200. Note that this figure includes all active and rented listings throughout the month.

Month-to-month, seasonality might have a bigger impact than overall trend price changes. Studio rents have gone down by 0.00% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone up by 34.17% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 12.82% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 1.51% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 7.69% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Oct 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
1 BR	$24.68	$1,698	$1,491 (13.86%)	$1,457 (16.53%)
2 BR	$25.27	$2,200	$1,952 (12.72%)	$1,775 (23.94%)
3 BR	$20.90	$2,800	$2,767 (1.20%)	$2,592 (8.04%)
4+ BR	$16.00	$4,200	$3,833 (9.57%)	$2,787 (50.72%)

Historical Rents in 21045, Columbia, MD

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Top Cities Near 21045

There are a total of 4 cities nearby 21045. The average rent in 21045 is currently $2,750 per month. Only one city nearby has an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Baltimore, MD, with an average rent of $1,800, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near 21045, Columbia, MD is Ellicott City, MD. Monthly rents here are on average $3,150 per month.

Let's compare 21045, Columbia, MD's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. One bedrooms are about 11.21% more affordable. Two bedrooms in 21045, Columbia, MD are about 0.60% more expensive. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 0.09% more expensive. Want more information? Check out the top 4 cities near 21045, Columbia, MD in the following table.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Baltimore, MD	$1,249	$1,231	$1,800	$1,800
Odenton, MD	N/A	$1,600	$2,450	$2,700
Columbia, MD	N/A	$1,695	$2,125	$2,800
Ellicott City, MD	N/A	$1,625	$2,050	$3,150

Top Neighborhoods Near 21045

There are a total of 1 neighborhoods in or near 21045. One neighborhood in the area is Fells Point. We've included all of these top 1 neighborhoods in or near 21045, Columbia, MD in the following table.

The average rent for these 1 neighborhoods in or near 21045, Columbia, MD is currently around $2,148 per month. A total of one neighborhood has a lower average rent. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is less than 21045's average rent, which is actually $2,600. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near 21045, Fells Point has the most affordable average rent at $2,148 per month. Whereas, at $2,148 average rent per month, Fells Point is the most expensive neighborhood in or near 21045. View the following table for more information.

Neighborhood	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Fells Point, Baltimore, MD	N/A	$1,750	$2,300	$2,148

Top Counties Near 21045

There are a total of 2 counties located by 21045, Columbia, MD. Some of these counties include Baltimore, MD and Howard, MD. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $2,398. That's roughly around $19 per sqft. A total of one county has a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is Baltimore, MD. Its average rent per month is $1,800. Vice versa, with an average rent of $2,995, Howard, MD is the most expensive county by 21045, Columbia, MD.

In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in 21045, Columbia, MD is 0.95% more expensive than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in 21045, Columbia, MD is 7.14% more expensive than other counties nearby. We've listed all of these counties in the table below.

County	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Baltimore, MD	$1,249	$1,200	$1,800	$1,800
Howard, MD	N/A	$1,673	$2,100	$2,995

Top Zipcodes Near 21045

There are a total of 12 zipcodes in or near 21045, Columbia, MD. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $2,275. A total of 8 zipcodes have an average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 21218, Baltimore, MD at $1,600 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $3,400 per month is 20904, Colesville, MD.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $1,198. Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near 21045, Columbia, MD is $1,486 per month. Or in other words, $23 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $2,006 per month. Which comes out to $22 per sqft. The following table includes the top 10 zipcodes in 21045, Columbia, MD. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.

Zipcode	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
21230, Baltimore, MD	$2,373	$1,700	$2,100	$2,450
20852, North Bethesda, MD	$1,725	$2,200	$2,850	$3,198
21043, Ellicott City, MD	N/A	$1,625	$1,913	$3,000
21217, Baltimore, MD	N/A	$1,200	$1,600	$1,625
21202, Baltimore, MD	$1,575	$1,425	$2,400	$2,100
21213, Baltimore, MD	N/A	$900	$1,600	$1,800
21113, Odenton, MD	N/A	$1,700	$2,450	$2,700
21215, Baltimore, MD	$1,200	$700	$1,550	$1,600
21218, Baltimore, MD	$1,198	$1,125	$1,715	$1,600
21201, Baltimore, MD	$1,200	$1,398	$1,850	$1,630

Frequently Asked Questions - 21045 Average Rents

What is the average rent price in 21045, Columbia, MD?

The average monthly rental price for 21045, Columbia, MD apartments for rent is approximately $2,600. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.

Do 21045, Columbia, MD rent prices drop in winter?

Yes! On average we see a 3.4% drop in rental prices between the peak summer months and the slower winter months. With the added bonus of decreased competition from other renters looking to move, winter is generally considered the best time of the year to find an apartment for rent in 21045, Columbia, MD.

How much is a one bedroom apartment in 21045, Columbia, MD?

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $1,450 and an average price per square feet of $24.68. There are a total of 7 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 21045.

How much is a two bedroom apartment in 21045, Columbia, MD?

The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $2,100 and an average price per square feet of $25.27. There are a total of 15 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 21045.

How have rent prices in 21045, Columbia, MD changed this year?

Rent prices for rentals in 21045, Columbia, MD can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by 0.00%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.14%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.13%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.01% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in 21045, Columbia, MD?

A reasonable rent price in 21045, Columbia, MD is around $2,080/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.