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3d ago
Townhouse for rent in Ellicott City
5968 Glen Willow Way, Ellicott City, MD 21043
Garage parking | Swimming pool | Outdoor space
3 beds
2.5 baths
$3,500
House for rent
1h ago
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,593–$2,842
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Apartment for rent
2h ago
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,700–$2,700
Apartment for rent
Available May 18
1d ago
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,695–$1,995
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2d ago
Townhouse for rent in Ellicott City
Studio
1 bath
$1,350
House for rent
3d ago
House for rent in Ellicott City
4233 Buckskin Wood Dr, Ellicott City, MD 21042
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Swimming pool
6 beds
7 baths
$9,500
House for rent
3d ago
Condo for rent in Ellicott City
8390 Montgomery Run Rd #B, Ellicott City, MD 21043
Swimming pool
3 beds
2 baths
$2,250
Condo for rent
3d ago
Apartment for rent in Ellicott City
9090 Frederick Rd #4, Ellicott City, MD 21042
Hardwood floor
1 bed
1 bath
$1,100
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3d ago
Townhouse for rent in Ellicott City
6061 Talbot Dr, Ellicott City, MD 21043
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry
4 beds
3.5 baths
$3,450
House for rent
4d ago
Condo for rent in Ellicott City
8583 Falls Run Rd #B, Ellicott City, MD 21043
In-unit laundry | Swimming pool | Walk-in closets
3 beds
2 baths
$2,300
Condo for rent
Swimming Pool
Outdoor Space
Dishwasher
In-Unit Laundry
4d ago
Studio
1 bath
$850
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Ellicott City
8111 Alloway Ct, Ellicott City, MD 21043
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Balcony
5 beds
4 baths
$5,350
House for rent
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Ellicott City
8511 Coltrane Ct, Ellicott City, MD 21043
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
1 bed
1.5 baths
$1,699
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Dorsey Search townhouse for rent in Ellicott City
4711 Leyden Way, Ellicott City, MD 21042
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Swimming pool
3 beds
3.5 baths
$2,995
House for rent
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Ellicott City
5714 Goldfinch Ct, Ellicott City, MD 21043
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Hardwood floor
3 beds
3 baths
$3,000
House for rent
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Ellicott City
3015 Hockley Mill Dr, Ellicott City, MD 21043
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
3 beds
2.5 baths
$3,200
House for rent
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Ellicott City
3230 Halcyon Ct, Ellicott City, MD 21043
Garage parking | Fireplace | High ceilings
3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,900
House for rent
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Ellicott City
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Assigned parking
2 beds
2 baths
$2,000
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Ellicott City
4511 Nightingale Ct, Ellicott City, MD 21043
Garage parking | Swimming pool | Fitness center
5 beds
3.5 baths
$4,500
House for rent
5d+ ago
Dorsey Search house for rent in Ellicott City
4227 Purple Twilight Way, Ellicott City, MD 21042
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Hardwood floor
5 beds
3.5 baths
$4,500
House for rent
5d+ ago
Dorsey Search condo for rent in Ellicott City
4732 Dorsey Hall Dr #9-902, Ellicott City, MD 21042
In-unit laundry
2 beds
2 baths
$2,100
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Ellicott City
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry
3 beds
3.5 baths
$3,575
House for rent
Available May 5
5d+ ago
House for rent in Ellicott City
3518 Angus Valley Trl #NA, Ellicott City, MD 21042
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Assigned parking
1 bed
1 bath
$2,500
House for rent
Available May 18
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Ellicott City
3539 Split Rail Ln, Ellicott City, MD 21042
In-unit laundry | Assigned parking | Hardwood floor
3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,800
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Ellicott City
8519 Wheatfield Way, Ellicott City, MD 21043
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry
4 beds
2.5 baths
$3,500
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Ellicott City
3992 Cooks Ln, Ellicott City, MD 21043
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Hardwood floor
3 beds
2 baths
$3,400
House for rent
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Ellicott City
3570 Lowlen Ct #A1, Ellicott City, MD 21042
Hardwood floor | Ceiling fan | High ceilings
3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,700
House for rent
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Ellicott City
4 beds
3.5 baths
$3,300
House for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Ellicott City
3301 Demirel Way Unit C, Ellicott City, MD 21042
In-unit laundry | Hardwood floor | Business center
3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,650
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Ellicott City
5114 Montgomery Rd, Ellicott City, MD 21043
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Walk-in closets
5 beds
4 baths
$3,990
House for rent
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Ellicott City
2 beds
2 baths
$1,800
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Ellicott City
8079 Locust Mill St, Ellicott City, MD 21043
Garage parking | Assigned parking | Walk-in closets
4 beds
3.5 baths
$3,700
House for rent
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Ellicott City
8589 Falls Run Rd #J, Ellicott City, MD 21043
In-unit laundry | Assigned parking | Hardwood floor
3 beds
2 baths
$2,450
Condo for rent
Available Jun 20
5d+ ago
House for rent in Ellicott City
3 beds
3 baths
$3,700
House for rent
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Ellicott City
2542 Verona Pl Unit A, Ellicott City, MD 21042
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Walk-in closets
3 beds
2.5 baths
$3,500
House for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Ellicott City
3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,800
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Ellicott City
8907 Samuel Joy Way, Ellicott City, MD 21043
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Garage parking
4 beds
3.5 baths
$7,500
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Ellicott City
4 beds
2 baths
$3,500
House for rent
Available Mar 28
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Ellicott City
8871 Manahan Dr, Ellicott City, MD 21043
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Storage
3 beds
3 baths
$2,900
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Ellicott City
13162 Folly Quarter Rd #NA, Ellicott City, MD 21042
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Assigned parking
4 beds
2 baths
$2,975
House for rent
Available Jun 1
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Ellicott City
2 beds
2 baths
$2,225
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Ellicott City
2 beds
2 baths
$2,100
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Ellicott City
2 beds
2 baths
$2,050
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Ellicott City
8607 Falls Run Rd #B, Ellicott City, MD 21043
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
3 beds
2 baths
$2,300
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Ellicott City, MD, offers a blend of historic charm and modern conveniences that residents appreciate, particularly the array of local shops and restaurants. Many locals mention the scenic walking trails and parks, which contribute to a pleasant outdoor lifestyle. However, some residents find traffic congestion during peak hours to be a significant drawback. Overall, people enjoy the balance of community events and local amenities, making it a comfortable place to live.
One-bedroom apartments in Ellicott City averaged around $1,700 per month in 2025, while two-bedroom units averaged around $2,100 per month. Both bedroom types experienced slight decreases from the previous year, with one-bedrooms declining 1.1% and two-bedrooms dropping 2.2%.
Rents in Ellicott City, Md have been decreasing, with a 4.9% year-over-year decline in 2024. Notably, 1-bedroom apartments saw a 7.6% decrease.
February offers the best opportunity for lower rental prices in Ellicott City, with rents approximately 10% lower than October's peak pricing. October becomes the least competitive month for renters despite having the highest rents, while May sees the most competition with higher demand relative to available inventory.
Yes, there are pet-friendly apartments available, with approximately 54.62% of listings allowing pets with some restrictions.
Utilities are rarely included in Ellicott City rental properties, appearing in less than 1% of total listings. Studios have the highest rate of utility inclusion at less than 1% of available units, while two-bedroom and three-bedroom apartments virtually never include utilities as part of the rent.
Ellicott City's rental market is dominated by Colonial architecture, representing 72% of available properties and reflecting traditional American residential design from earlier settlement periods. Contemporary homes account for 17% of the market, offering more modern alternatives, while Rambler-style properties make up 6% of available rentals.
Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2024 rental inventory and prices.
Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.
Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.
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