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The average rent in Ellicott City, as of July 2026, is up 2.79% compared to last month but down 5.06% year-over-year.
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1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,850–$2,700
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Condo for rent in Ellicott City
3886A College Ave #3886A, Ellicott City, MD 21043
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
1 bed
1 bath
$1,875
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Available Jul 4
11h ago
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,740–$2,842
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1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,695–$1,995
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20h ago
Townhouse for rent in Ellicott City
8605 Enoch Pratt Dr #8605, Ellicott City, MD 21043
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
4 beds
3.5 baths
$3,400
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Available Jul 1
2d ago
Townhouse for rent in Ellicott City
8743 Stonehouse Dr, Ellicott City, MD 21043
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Hardwood floor
3 beds
3.5 baths
$3,200
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2d ago
Condo for rent in Ellicott City
10530 Resort Rd, Ellicott City, MD 21042
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Hardwood floor
2 beds
2 baths
$3,050
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3d ago
House for rent in Ellicott City
10024 Century Dr, Ellicott City, MD 21042
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
4 beds
2.5 baths
$3,500
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5d+ ago
House for rent in Ellicott City
3413 Centennial Ln #2, Ellicott City, MD 21042
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
1 bed
1 bath
$1,000
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Available Aug 1
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Ellicott City
4 beds
3.5 baths
$3,200
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Outdoor Space
Garage Parking
Swimming Pool
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5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Ellicott City
8164 Trotters Chase, Ellicott City, MD 21043
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry
3 beds
4.5 baths
$4,200
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5d+ ago
House for rent in Ellicott City
9221 W Stayman Dr, Ellicott City, MD 21042
Garage parking | Dishwasher | Outdoor space
5 beds
3 baths
$4,500
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5d+ ago
House for rent in Ellicott City
9210 Maple Rock Dr, Ellicott City, MD 21042
Garage parking | Hardwood floor | Outdoor space
4 beds
3 baths
$4,500
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5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Ellicott City
8827 Montjoy Pl, Ellicott City, MD 21043
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry
3 beds
3.5 baths
$3,400
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Available Jul 18
5d+ ago
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4 beds
2.5 baths
$3,900
$3,800
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Available Jul 15
5d+ ago
House for rent in Ellicott City
5233 Kerger Rd, Ellicott City, MD 21043
Garage parking | Outdoor space
4 beds
3 baths
$3,700
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5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Ellicott City
3062 Forum Pl, Ellicott City, MD 21042
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Hardwood floor
3 beds
3 baths
$4,500
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5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Ellicott City
3 beds
5 baths
$4,200
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5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Ellicott City
3886 College Ave #A, Ellicott City, MD 21043
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Assigned parking
1 bed
1 bath
$1,875
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 1
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
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Available Jun 1
5d+ ago
House for rent in Ellicott City
3704 Font Hill Dr, Ellicott City, MD 21042
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry
4 beds
3.5 baths
$4,950
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Available Jun 9
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Ellicott City
8360 Montgomery Run Rd #D, Ellicott City, MD 21043
In-unit laundry | Assigned parking | Swimming pool
2 beds
2 baths
$2,100
Condo 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
$1,599
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Ellicott City
2528 Verona Pl #A, Ellicott City, MD 21042
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
3 beds
2.5 baths
$3,500
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5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Ellicott City
8503 Falls Run Rd #B, Ellicott City, MD 21043
In-unit laundry | Swimming pool | Hardwood floor
2 beds
2 baths
$2,000
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Ellicott City
5117 Sante Fe Ct, Ellicott City, MD 21043
Garage parking | Hardwood floor | Carpet
4 beds
3.5 baths
$5,000
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5d+ ago
House for rent in Ellicott City
5118 Avoca Ave, Ellicott City, MD 21043
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Hardwood floor
3 beds
2 baths
$3,200
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5d+ ago
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9407 Aston Villa #52, Ellicott City, MD 21042
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry
3 beds
3.5 baths
$3,600
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5d+ ago
House for rent in Ellicott City
4382 Stonecrest Dr, Ellicott City, MD 21043
Garage parking | Hardwood floor | Fireplace
5 beds
4.5 baths
$5,500
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5d+ 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
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5d+ 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
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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
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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%.
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 2026 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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