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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Modern kitchens
  • Controlled access
  • Balconies
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refreshing swimming pool
  • Central heating and air conditioning

Location

4221 28th Ave, Temple Hills, MD 20748, USA|Marlow Heights
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Management

AB Marlow Gardens

Leasing office

(301) 423-1115

Property Overview

Marlow Heights is a well-rounded, competitively priced community with an overall expert rating of 8.5/10 and an exceptional 10/10 for value, offering strong amenities and location scores as well. Residents can enjoy modern kitchens, balconies, controlled access, on-site laundry, a refreshing swimming pool, and central heating and air conditioning. The property also provides convenient proximity to highly rated nearby schools and detailed listing information with ample photos that support transparency and informed decision-making.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Marlow Heights is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Marlow Heights has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Less expensive
  • Middle school nearby

Great for

  • Eco living
  • Social life
  • Wellness

Floor plans

1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom 600 Sq Ft1 bed1 bath600 sqft$1,185 /mo1 unit available
2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom 797 Sq Ft2 bed1 bath797 sqft$1,300 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for Marlow Heights

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
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Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Property details

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About Marlow Heights

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Welcome to Marlow Heights, your new home in the heart of Temple Hills, Maryland. At Marlow Heights we are committed to offering a comfortable, convenient, and high-quality living experience. Our thoughtfully designed apartments and community features ensure you feel right at home. Apartment Features: * Spacious floor plans tailored for comfort and functionality * Modern kitchens with a choice of black and stainless steel appliances, including a dishwasher * Elegant vinyl and hardwood flooring for a contemporary aesthetic * Central heating and air conditioning for year-round comfort * Cable-ready units with controlled access * Balconies offering outdoor space and fresh air Community Amenities: * 24/7 on-site management and maintenance team for prompt assistance and emergency support * Round-the-clock access to laundry facilities * Refreshing swimming pool for residents to enjoy * Pet-friendly environment At Marlow Heights we take pride in creating a living environment that supports your lifestyle and provides peace of mind. Welcome home.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Marlow Heights is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Marlow Heights has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Marlow Heights
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Marlow Heights offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, Marlow Heights is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Marlow Heights is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·7A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust Marlow Heights to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
Marlow Heights provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Marlow Heights is great for:

Eco living

  • Public transit available nearby
  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • 2 parks within a mile

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 87 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 5 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas nearby
  • 24 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers within 1 mile

Wellness

  • 2 farmers markets or health food stores nearby
  • 9 gyms or yoga centers nearby
  • On-site fitness or wellness programs
  • There are 8 grocery stores within 1 mile

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Marlow Heights compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.2 mile away
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
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Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 2 miles away

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Rent trends in Marlow Heights

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 4% lower than 1-bedrooms in Marlow Heights.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Marlow Heights to be 7% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Marlow Heights.

Median rents as of Apr 25 2026.
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A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Marlow Heights
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,270
June 2024$1,297
July 2024$1,303
August 2024$1,321
September 2024$1,310
October 2024$1,281
November 2024$983
December 2024$698
January 2025$1,301
February 2025$1,255
March 2025$1,207
April 2025$1,230
May 2025$1,255
June 2025$1,269
July 2025$1,165
August 2025$1,253
September 2025$1,243
October 2025$1,238
November 2025$1,252
December 2025$1,229
January 2026$1,285
February 2026$1,279
March 2026$1,273
April 2026$1,273
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Marlow Heights
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,270
June 2024$1,297
July 2024$1,303
August 2024$1,321
September 2024$1,310
October 2024$1,281
November 2024$983
December 2024$698
February 2025$1,255
March 2025$1,207
April 2025$1,230
May 2025$1,255
June 2025$1,269
July 2025$1,165
August 2025$1,253
September 2025$1,243
October 2025$1,238
November 2025$1,252
December 2025$1,229

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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$47,400/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $47,400 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,185.
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Schools near Marlow Heights

Hillcrest Heights Elementary School

4305 22nd pl

temple hills, MD, 20748

PK, K-5Public
C-

Prekindergarten Offsites

1616 owens rd

oxon hill, MD, 20745

PKPublic

Excel Academy

2501 martin luther king jr ave se

washington, DC, 20020

PK, K-8Public
C

James Ryder Randall Early Childhood Center

5410 kirby rd

clinton, MD, 20735

PKPublic

Andrews Child Development Center II

4783 san antonio blvd

andrews afb, MD, 20762

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Getting around Temple Hills near 4221 28th Ave

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

3/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Transit

5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 4221 28th Ave, Temple Hills

Groceries

9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Parks

9/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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