Average Rent in Columbia, MD

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Current Versus Historical Columbia, MD Rents

Columbia rentals average $1,450 for a 1-bedroom rental to $3,275 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $2,900, or roughly $2 per square feet.
For the apartment units and housing in October 2024, median rents have risen over the last year. Studio rentals prices have increased by $271 (12.93%) year-over-year from $2,094 to $2,365. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $168 (5.62%) year-over-year from $2,996 to $3,164. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $267 (14.16%) year-over-year from $1,883 to $2,150. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $210 (7.53%) year-over-year from $2,790 to $3,000. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $300 (10.26%) year-over-year from $2,925 to $3,225. 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 down by 0.00% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone down by 5.84% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 1.12% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 1.84% this month.
Beds
Price / Sqft
Oct 2024 Rent 1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-) 3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
1 BR $1.98 $3,164 $2,996 (5.62%) $2,998 (5.54%)
2 BR $2.01 $2,150 $1,883 (14.16%) $1,342 (60.25%)
3 BR $1.86 $3,000 $2,790 (7.53%) $2,350 (27.66%)
4+ BR $1.76 $3,225 $2,925 (10.26%) $2,667 (20.94%)

Historical Rents in Columbia, MD

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Top Counties Near Columbia

The average rent for rentals in these counties is $2,900. That's roughly around $2 per sqft. A total of 1 counties have a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is Howard, MD. It's average rent per month is $2,900. Vice versa, with an average rent of $2,900, Howard, MD is the most expensive county by Columbia, MD.

In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in Columbia, MD is on par with the other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in Columbia, MD is 11.63% more affordable than other counties nearby. We've listed all of these counties in the chart below.
County Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Howard, MD N/A $1,450 $2,400 $2,900

Top Zipcodes Near Columbia

There is one zipcode in or near Columbia, MD. The average rent for this zipcode is $2,300.

The following chart includes the zipcode in or near 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 $988 $1,648 $2,000 $2,300

Frequently Asked Questions - Columbia Average Rents

What is the average rent price in Columbia, MD?
The average monthly rental price for Columbia, MD apartments for rent is approximately $2,900. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.
Do 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 Columbia, MD.
How much is a studio apartment in Columbia, MD?
The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $0 and an average price per square feet of $0.00. There are a total of 0 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in Columbia.
How much is a one bedroom apartment in Columbia, MD?
The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $1,450 and an average price per square feet of $1.98. There are a total of 5 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Columbia.
How much is a two bedroom apartment in Columbia, MD?
The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $2,150 and an average price per square feet of $2.01. There are a total of 4 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Columbia.
How have rent prices in Columbia, MD changed this year?
Rent prices for rentals in Columbia, MD can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by 0.13%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.06%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.14%, and three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.08% year-over-year.
What is a reasonable rent price in Columbia, MD?
A reasonable rent price in Columbia, MD is around $2,320/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.
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