Average Rent in Frederick, MD
What is the average rent in Frederick, MD?
The average listed apartment rent in Frederick, MD is $2,019 per month, as of October 23, 2026. This sample includes 529 priced apartments in 33 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
We use published total monthly rent when known and base rent otherwise. Unknown fees remain unknown. Included building observations run from October 17, 2026 through October 23, 2026. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings.
33 apartment buildings, 529 units. Recorded asking prices and price history where available.
Browse apartments in Frederick, MDCheapest
$595/mo
VCRE
Properties
33
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Units
529
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Analysis
Rent Price Breakdown
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Average rent trend, last 3 months
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Average Rent by Property
Starting Price vs Average
Rent by Bedroom Count
Price per Square Foot
Frederick, MD Rent Prices
All 33 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
VCRE
50 Citizen's Way Suite 203, Frederick, MD 21701, USA
Cedar Crossing Apartments
5802 Rosebay Ct, Frederick, MD 21703, USA
Foundry Square
110 W South St, Frederick, MD 21701, USA
Hickory Hill Apartments
1445 Key Pkwy, Frederick, MD 21702, USA
Creekside at Taskers Chance
100 Burgess Hill Way, Frederick, MD 21702, USA
Westwinds Apartments
1070 Greenwall Pl, Frederick, MD 21703, USA
Parkview Apartments
750 Carroll Pkwy, Frederick, MD 21701, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | VCRE 50 Citizen's Way Suite 203, Frederick, MD 21701, USA | $595 | $795 | -- | 4.7 (23) | 2 |
| 2 | Cedar Crossing Apartments 5802 Rosebay Ct, Frederick, MD 21703, USA | $1,295 | $1,571 | $3.12/ft² | 5 (13) | 4 |
| 3 | Foundry Square 110 W South St, Frederick, MD 21701, USA | $1,299 as of Oct 1 | $1,656 | $1.77/ft² | 4.5 (47) | 4 |
| 4 | Hickory Hill Apartments 1445 Key Pkwy, Frederick, MD 21702, USA | $1,300 | $1,300 | $1.60/ft² | 3.1 (43) | 1 |
| 5 | Creekside at Taskers Chance 100 Burgess Hill Way, Frederick, MD 21702, USA | $1,305 | $1,394 | $2.25/ft² | 4.1 (14) | 5 |
| 6 | Westwinds Apartments 1070 Greenwall Pl, Frederick, MD 21703, USA | $1,371 | $2,163 | $2.26/ft² | 3.5 (91) | 10 |
| 7 | Parkview Apartments 750 Carroll Pkwy, Frederick, MD 21701, USA | $1,400 | $2,100 | $1.65/ft² | 4.4 (9) | 6 |
Rent & Price History by Building
Compare apartment listings by price, bedrooms, and neighborhood.
VCRE
4.7 (23)50 Citizen's Way Suite 203, Frederick, MD 21701, USA
Cedar Crossing Apartments
5 (13)5802 Rosebay Ct, Frederick, MD 21703, USA
Foundry Square
4.5 (47)110 W South St, Frederick, MD 21701, USA
Hickory Hill Apartments
3.1 (43)1445 Key Pkwy, Frederick, MD 21702, USA
Creekside at Taskers Chance
4.1 (14)100 Burgess Hill Way, Frederick, MD 21702, USA
Westwinds Apartments
3.5 (91)1070 Greenwall Pl, Frederick, MD 21703, USA
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Frederick, MD neighborhoods
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Frederick, MD Average Rent Prices 2026
The average listed rent in Frederick, MD is $2,019 per month, based on 529 units across 33 apartment communities. Prices range from $595 at VCRE to $3,758 at Westwinds Apartments.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,795/mo | $1,295/mo | 6 |
| 1 Bed | $1,820/mo | $1,305/mo | 170 |
| 2 Bed | $2,032/mo | $1,300/mo | 286 |
| 3 Bed | $2,457/mo | $1,847/mo | 57 |
| 4 Bed | $3,145/mo | $2,493/mo | 8 |
We schedule daily price checks. The included observations can have different dates. Request an area we do not cover so we can review it for coverage.
Building Economics
How much do Frederick, MD apartments earn?
The 7 buildings we can estimate generate about $2.7M in rental revenue per month ($32M a year). Estimated from each building's unit-level listing and leasing activity.
| Building | Est. Monthly Revenue | Asking / Leased | Est. Occupancy | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.Prospect Hall Apartments | $683K/mo | $2,147 / $2,174 | 85% | 376 |
| 2.EDE Apartments | $621K/mo | $2,307 / $2,064 | 86% | 350 |
| 3.The Fred Apartment Homes | $497K/mo | $2,085 / $2,239 | 93% | 240 |
| 4.Magnolia Haus | $343K/mo | $2,183 / $2,174 | 84% | 189 |
| 5.Hickory Hill Apartments | $209K/mo | 99% | 162 | |
| 2 more estimated buildings | $323K/mo |
Research estimates from listing activity, not operator financials. Asking is the average listed rent; leased is the average rent at which units left the market. Click any building for the full revenue breakdown and methodology.
Market Context
Who rents in Frederick, MD, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Frederick, MD averages $1,820/mo, with two-bedroom units averaging $2,032/mo. At the local median household income of $95,150, that works out to 25% of gross income, well within the 25 percent comfortable-rent threshold.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in Frederick, MD at $1,688/mo. The current tracked market average runs 20% higher than that benchmark, reflecting both two to three years of rent growth and the fact that the Census figure covers all renter-occupied housing in Frederick, MD while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Frederick, MD?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$81,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $2,019/mo.
Comfortable income
$97,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($595/mo), you need to earn at least $24,000/year.
Median household income in Frederick, MD is $95,150 , about 2% below the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Frederick, MD
Overall prices in Frederick, MD runs above the national average by about 10% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 109.5, where 100 equals the U.S. average). The breakdown below estimates monthly costs for a single adult, using national consumer-spending baselines from the Bureau of Labor Statistics scaled by Frederick, MD's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $2,019 |
| Utilities | $653 |
| Groceries | $574 |
| Transportation | $1,557 |
| Healthcare | $759 |
| Other goods and services | $1,215 |
| Estimated total | $6,777/mo |
Population
80,617
Median household income
$95,150
Census median rent
$1,688/mo
Census rent burden
31.3%
Median age
37.1
Mean commute
30 min
Methodology
Rent data
We use listed asking rents and schedule daily data updates. Individual buildings can have different verification dates. Check the building or unit page for its latest price and availability.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
We estimate annual income by dividing annual rent by 30 percent for the affordability figure and 25 percent for the comfortable-income figure. These estimates are a guide, not a guarantee of rental approval.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures were last published in 2023.
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Nearby cities in Maryland
How Frederick, MD rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Frederick, MD | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baltimore, MD | $1,963 | -3% | -22.7% | 39 |
| Gaithersburg, MD | $2,143 | +6% | -3.8% | 15 |
| Bowie, MD | $2,304 | +14% | -7.6% | 9 |
| Largo, MD | $2,073 | +3% | +1.6% | 7 |
| Rockville, MD | $2,449 | +21% | +1.4% | 7 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Frederick, MD?
The average listed apartment rent in Frederick, MD is $2,019 per month, as of October 23, 2026. This sample includes 529 priced apartments in 33 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
What is the median rent in Frederick, MD?
The median asking rent in Frederick, MD is $1,984 per month, computed from 529 priced listings; check the observation dates shown on this page. The average is $2,019/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Frederick, MD?
The lowest available rent in Frederick, MD starts at $595 per month. Confirm current availability, fees, and lease terms with the selected listing.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Frederick, MD?
1-bedroom apartments in Frederick, MD average $1,820/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $1,305/mo across 170 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Frederick, MD?
2-bedroom apartments in Frederick, MD average $2,032/mo. Units start from $1,300/mo across 286 units currently listed.
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