Average Rent in Harford, MD

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Current Versus Historical Harford, MD Rents

Harford rentals average $1,250 for a studio rental to $3,075 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $2,499, or roughly $17 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in July 2026, median rents have risen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have decreased by $154 (-10.96%) year-over-year from $1,404 to $1,250. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $438 (38.86%) year-over-year from $1,127 to $1,565. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $171 (9.70%) year-over-year from $1,761 to $1,932. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $175 (7.53%) year-over-year from $2,325 to $2,500. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $100 (3.28%) year-over-year from $3,050 to $3,150. 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 14.63% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 2.89% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone down by 0.23% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 8.84% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Jul 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio	$12.26	$1,250	$1,404 (-10.96%)	$1,800 (-30.56%)
1 BR	$23.81	$1,565	$1,127 (38.86%)	$1,071 (46.10%)
2 BR	$17.60	$1,932	$1,761 (9.70%)	$1,566 (23.31%)
3 BR	$17.11	$2,500	$2,325 (7.53%)	$2,100 (19.05%)
4+ BR	$16.70	$3,150	$3,050 (3.28%)	$2,767 (13.86%)

Historical Rents in Harford, MD

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Top Cities Near Harford

There are a total of 26 cities nearby Harford. The average rent in Harford is currently $2,777 per month. A total of 8 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Reading, PA, with an average rent of $1,263, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near Harford, MD is McLean, VA. Monthly rents here are on average $5,698 per month.

Let's compare Harford, MD's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. Typically, rent for studios in Harford, MD is 27.16% more expensive than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 21.87% more affordable. Two bedrooms in Harford, MD are about 25.29% more affordable. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 23.00% more affordable. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 26 total cities near Harford, MD in the following table.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Wilmington, DE	$1,295	$1,463	$1,595	$1,700
Baltimore, MD	$1,200	$1,250	$1,800	$1,850
Dover, DE	N/A	$1,350	$1,591	$1,950
West Chester, PA	$1,375	$1,700	$2,375	$2,400
Glen Burnie, MD	N/A	N/A	$1,895	$2,725
Annapolis, MD	N/A	$2,100	$2,648	$2,797
Columbia, MD	N/A	$1,698	$2,250	$2,850
Odenton, MD	N/A	N/A	$2,200	$2,975
Severn, MD	N/A	N/A	$2,498	$3,295
Ellicott City, MD	N/A	$1,300	$2,650	$3,300

Top Neighborhoods Near Harford

There are a total of 25 neighborhoods in or near Harford. Some of these neighborhoods include Congress Heights, Brookland, and Van Ness - Forest Hills. We've included all of these top 25 neighborhoods in or near Harford, MD in the following table.

The average rent for these 25 neighborhoods in or near Harford, MD is currently around $2,850 per month. A total of 6 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Meaning, only nineteen neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $2,850. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than Harford's average rent, which is only $2,499. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near Harford, Congress Heights has the most affordable average rent at $1,650 per month. Whereas, at $4,475 average rent per month, Georgetown is the most expensive neighborhood in or near Harford. View the following table for more information.

Neighborhood	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Congress Heights, Washington, DC	$421	$1,278	$1,625	$1,650
Brookland, Washington, DC	$1,400	$1,644	$2,250	$2,050
Van Ness - Forest Hills, Washington, DC	$1,693	$2,073	$3,150	$2,195
Radnor - Fort Myer Heights, Arlington, VA	$1,700	$2,350	$3,467	$2,300
Southwest - Waterfront, Washington, DC	$1,650	$2,200	$2,985	$2,400
Anacostia, Washington, DC	$2,500	$1,395	$1,850	$2,450
Dupont Circle, Washington, DC	$1,875	$2,600	$3,750	$2,539
Kingman Park, Washington, DC	N/A	$1,700	$2,850	$2,598
Trinidad - Langston, Washington, DC	N/A	$1,600	$2,450	$2,599
Foggy Bottom - GWU - West End, Washington, DC	$1,950	$2,675	$5,200	$2,656
Capitol Hill, Washington, DC	$1,673	$1,990	$3,300	$2,700
Mount Vernon Square, Washington, DC	$2,235	$2,600	$3,997	$2,771
Adams Morgan, Washington, DC	$1,700	$2,450	$3,900	$2,850
Cathedral - Wesley Heights - McLean Gardens, Washington, DC	$1,834	$2,717	$4,323	$2,868
16th Street Heights - Crestwood - Brightwood Park, Washington, DC	N/A	$1,950	$2,713	$2,900
Logan Circle - Shaw, Washington, DC	$1,795	$2,500	$3,700	$2,900
Fairlington - Shirlington, Arlington, VA	N/A	$2,100	$3,000	$2,900
Braddock Road Metro, Alexandria, VA	$1,910	$2,338	$3,178	$2,910
Columbia Heights, Washington, DC	$1,500	$2,000	$3,200	$2,950
Downtown - Penn Quarter - Chinatown, Washington, DC	$2,109	$2,600	$3,950	$3,000
U Street - Cardozo, Washington, DC	$2,250	$2,273	$3,923	$3,200
Petworth, Washington, DC	N/A	$1,900	$2,698	$3,350
Ballston - Virginia Square, Arlington, VA	$1,750	$2,616	$3,750	$3,400
LeDroit Park - Bloomingdale, Washington, DC	$1,800	$1,700	$3,200	$3,650
Georgetown, Washington, DC	$1,990	$2,985	$4,350	$4,475

Top Counties Near Harford

There are a total of 15 counties located by Harford, MD. Some of these counties include Reading, PA, Baltimore, MD, and Kent, DE. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $2,400. That's roughly around $21 per sqft. A total of 8 counties have a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is Reading, PA. Its average rent per month is $1,263. Vice versa, with an average rent of $3,150, Howard, MD is the most expensive county by Harford, MD.

Typically, rent for studios in Harford, MD is 3.60% more affordable than other counties nearby. In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in Harford, MD is 13.18% more affordable than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in Harford, MD is 14.62% more affordable than other counties nearby. We've listed the top 10 counties in the table below.

County	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Reading, PA	$725	$940	$1,250	$1,263
Baltimore, MD	$1,200	$1,250	$1,800	$1,825
Kent, DE	N/A	$1,200	$1,550	$2,000
New Castle, DE	$1,295	$1,450	$1,700	$2,200
Baltimore, MD	$1,650	$1,350	$1,800	$2,400
West Chester, PA	$1,375	$1,700	$2,375	$2,400
Tredyffrin, PA	$325	$1,775	$2,295	$2,525
Anne Arundel, MD	$1,425	$2,000	$2,300	$3,000
Montgomery, MD	$1,806	$2,100	$2,561	$3,000
Howard, MD	N/A	$1,650	$2,250	$3,150

Top Zipcodes Near Harford

There are a total of 34 zipcodes in or near Harford, MD. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $2,637. A total of 13 zipcodes have an average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 21217, Baltimore, MD at $1,550 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $3,958 per month is 20815, Chevy Chase, MD.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $1,756. That's at least $41 per sqft. Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near Harford, MD is $2,044 per month. Or in other words, $35 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $2,875 per month. Which comes out to $34 per sqft. The following table includes the top 10 zipcodes in Harford, MD. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.

Zipcode	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
20016, Washington, DC	$1,834	$2,710	$4,353	$2,933
20001, Washington, DC	$2,003	$2,453	$3,425	$3,100
20002, Washington, DC	$1,700	$1,800	$2,800	$2,800
21230, Baltimore, MD	$3,495	$1,500	$2,200	$2,600
21224, Baltimore, MD	N/A	$1,250	$2,050	$2,100
21217, Baltimore, MD	$1,250	$1,175	$1,450	$1,550
20814, Bethesda, MD	$2,233	$2,610	$4,075	$3,379
22314, Alexandria, VA	$1,935	$2,400	$3,225	$2,959
22201, Arlington, VA	$1,892	$2,457	$3,459	$2,850
21213, Baltimore, MD	N/A	$1,000	$1,600	$1,800

Frequently Asked Questions - Harford Average Rents

What is the average rent price in Harford, MD?

The average monthly rental price for Harford, MD apartments for rent is approximately $2,499. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.

Do Harford, 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 Harford, MD.

How much is a studio apartment in Harford, MD?

The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $1,250 and an average price per square feet of $12.26. There are a total of 1 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in Harford.

How much is a one bedroom apartment in Harford, MD?

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $1,502 and an average price per square feet of $23.81. There are a total of 12 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Harford.

How much is a two bedroom apartment in Harford, MD?

The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $1,963 and an average price per square feet of $17.60. There are a total of 27 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Harford.

How have rent prices in Harford, MD changed this year?

Rent prices for rentals in Harford, MD can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by -0.11%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.39%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.10%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.08% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in Harford, MD?

A reasonable rent price in Harford, MD is around $1,999/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.