Average Rent in Waldorf, MD

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Current Versus Historical Waldorf, MD Rents

Waldorf rentals average $2,175 for a 1-bedroom rental to $3,200 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $2,850, or roughly $18 per square feet.
For the apartment units and housing in September 2026, median rents have risen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have increased by $1,019 (57.19%) year-over-year from $1,781 to $2,800. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $958 (52.04%) year-over-year from $1,840 to $2,798. 2-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $180 (-9.09%) year-over-year from $1,980 to $1,800. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $230 (8.97%) year-over-year from $2,565 to $2,795. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $184 (6.08%) year-over-year from $3,017 to $3,200. 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 37.64% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone down by 6.90% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 6.01% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 5.49% this month.
Beds
Price / Sqft
Sep 2026 Rent 1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-) 3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
1 BR $9.55 $2,798 $1,840 (52.04%) $930 (200.91%)
2 BR $6.06 $1,800 $1,980 (-9.09%) $2,148 (-16.18%)
3 BR $21.58 $2,795 $2,565 (8.97%) $2,450 (14.08%)
4+ BR $16.72 $3,200 $3,017 (6.08%) $2,865 (11.69%)

Historical Rents in Waldorf, MD

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Top Cities Near Waldorf

There are a total of 2 cities nearby Waldorf. The average rent in Waldorf is currently $2,720 per month. A total of 2 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Alexandria, VA, with an average rent of $2,667, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near Waldorf, MD is Waldorf, MD. Monthly rents here are on average $2,773 per month.

Let's compare Waldorf, MD's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. One bedrooms are about 9.20% more expensive. Two bedrooms in Waldorf, MD are about 28.06% more affordable. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 22.02% more affordable. Want more information? Check out the top 2 cities near Waldorf, MD in the following table.
City Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Alexandria, VA $1,850 $2,075 $2,810 $2,667
Waldorf, MD N/A $1,875 $1,800 $2,773

Top Neighborhoods Near Waldorf

There are a total of 3 neighborhoods in or near Waldorf. Some of these neighborhoods include Congress Heights, Fairlington - Shirlington, and Braddock Road Metro. We've included all of these top 3 neighborhoods in or near Waldorf, MD in the following table.

The average rent for these 3 neighborhoods in or near Waldorf, MD is currently around $2,795 per month. A total of 2 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Meaning, only a single neighborhood out of these neighborhoods has a higher average rent. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is less than Waldorf's average rent, which is actually $2,850. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near Waldorf, Congress Heights has the most affordable average rent at $1,649 per month. Whereas, at $3,000 average rent per month, Braddock Road Metro is the most expensive neighborhood in or near Waldorf. View the following table for more information.
Neighborhood Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Congress Heights, Washington, DC $1,000 $1,250 $1,649 $1,649
Fairlington - Shirlington, Arlington, VA N/A $2,575 $2,750 $2,795
Braddock Road Metro, Alexandria, VA $2,048 $2,347 $3,205 $3,000

Top Counties Near Waldorf

There are a total of 3 counties located by Waldorf, MD. Some of these counties include Alexandria, VA, Charles, MD, and Prince George's, MD. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $2,800. That's roughly around $23 per sqft. A total of 3 counties have a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is Alexandria, VA. Its average rent per month is $2,667. Vice versa, with an average rent of $2,800, Charles, MD is the most expensive county by Waldorf, MD.

In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in Waldorf, MD is 19.54% more expensive than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in Waldorf, MD is 16.67% more affordable than other counties nearby. We've listed all of these counties in the table below.
County Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Alexandria, VA $1,850 $2,075 $2,810 $2,667
Charles, MD $1,475 $1,650 $1,850 $2,800
Prince George's, MD $1,470 $1,750 $2,100 $2,800

Top Zipcodes Near Waldorf

There are a total of 11 zipcodes in or near Waldorf, MD. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $2,900. A total of 5 zipcodes have an average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 20032, Washington, DC at $1,649 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $3,500 per month is 22310, Rose Hill, VA.

Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near Waldorf, MD is $1,800 per month. Or in other words, $30 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $2,625 per month. Which comes out to $27 per sqft. The following table includes the top 10 zipcodes in Waldorf, MD. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.
Zipcode Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
22309, Mount Vernon, VA N/A $1,750 $2,150 $2,513
22306, Groveton, VA N/A $1,500 $2,300 $3,113
22314, Alexandria, VA $2,090 $2,353 $3,500 $3,000
22315, Kingstowne, VA N/A $1,650 $2,860 $3,400
22310, Rose Hill, VA N/A $1,800 $2,395 $3,500
20032, Washington, DC $1,438 $1,250 $1,648 $1,649
22302, Alexandria, VA $1,763 $1,950 $2,650 $2,300
22304, Alexandria, VA $1,518 $2,000 $2,395 $2,395
22206, Arlington, VA N/A $2,200 $2,800 $2,900
22312, Lincolnia, VA N/A $1,795 $2,748 $3,100

Frequently Asked Questions - Waldorf Average Rents

What is the average rent price in Waldorf, MD?
The average monthly rental price for Waldorf, MD apartments for rent is approximately $2,850. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.
Do Waldorf, 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 Waldorf, MD.
How much is a one bedroom apartment in Waldorf, MD?
The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $2,175 and an average price per square feet of $9.55. There are a total of 4 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Waldorf.
How much is a two bedroom apartment in Waldorf, MD?
The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $1,800 and an average price per square feet of $6.06. There are a total of 1 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Waldorf.
How have rent prices in Waldorf, MD changed this year?
Rent prices for rentals in Waldorf, MD can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by 0.57%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.52%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.09%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.09% year-over-year.
What is a reasonable rent price in Waldorf, MD?
A reasonable rent price in Waldorf, MD is around $2,280/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.