Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on October 11, 2026
Average rent in
Frederick, MD
Average rent in
Last updated on October 11, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Frederick rent stands today
Frederick, MD rent is essentially flat year over year, with a current median of $2,399/month. Renters are paying $56 less per month on average than last year, after recent peaks.
Compared to national trends
Frederick runs 26.3% more expensive than the $1,900/month national median, positioning it as a pricier metro with 213 total rentals available for choice.
Rent ranges by bedroom
In Frederick, MD, one-bedroom units rent for $1,600/month, two-bedrooms for $1,993/month, three-bedrooms for $2,550/month, and four-plus bedrooms for $3,098/month. These figures reflect the range renters face by bedroom count.
Median rent
Median rent in Frederick
$2,399/mo
vs previous year
The average rent in Frederick is $2,399 per month as of October 2026. This is 26% above the national average rent, or $499 more per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Frederick
213
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Frederick rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Frederick, MD
Average rent prices in Frederick have remained the same over the last month and have remained the same since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Frederick, MD
Rent prices in Frederick vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Frederick is $1,800, whereas a house costs $2,700. 1-bedroom apartments in Frederick run $1,674 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,898.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
1 bedroom | $1,600 |  2% | 13% | |
2 bedroom | $1,993 | 1% | 7% | |
3 bedroom | $2,550 | 2% | 4% | |
4 bedroom | $3,097 | 1% |  3% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Brigadoon | $2,067 | |
Carrollton | $2,249 | |
Downtown Frederick | $1,797 | |
Frederick Heights | $2,224 | |
Fredericktowne Village | $2,047 | |
Old Farm | $2,107 | |
Overlook | $2,007 | |
Taskers Chance | $2,158 | |
Waterford | $1,968 | |
Whittier | $2,403 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,800 | 2% | No Change | |
Condos | $2,100 | 2% | No Change | |
Houses | $2,700 | 2% | No Change | |
Rooms | $850 | 22% | - |
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,600
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
13%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,993
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
7%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$2,550
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
4%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$3,097
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
3%
Downtown Frederick
Average rent
$1,797
Waterford
Average rent
$1,968
Overlook
Average rent
$2,007
Carrollton
Average rent
$2,249
Whittier
Average rent
$2,403
Frederick Heights
Average rent
$2,224
Taskers Chance
Average rent
$2,158
Fredericktowne Village
Average rent
$2,047
Brigadoon
Average rent
$2,067
Old Farm
Average rent
$2,107
Apartments
Average rent
$1,800
Last 30 days
2%
Condos
Average rent
$2,100
Last 30 days
2%
Houses
Average rent
$2,700
Last 30 days
2%
Rooms
Average rent
$850
Last 30 days
22%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Frederick, MD, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Frederick, MD compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Frederick and Boyds by all bedroom counts and property types.
Frederick
26%higher than the national median
10%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Frederick, MD is 14% higher than the median rent in Boyds, MD.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$2,099
38%$3,100
$2,700
4%$2,599
9%$2,250
4%$1,362
7%$2,025
24%$2,099
28%$1,975
22%$2,306
2%$2,800
9%$2,306
45%Cost of living in Frederick, MD
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 9% higher |
| Groceries | 11% higher |
| Health | 14% higher |
| Housing | 105% higher |
| Transportation | 6% higher |
| Utilities | 10% higher |
Discover rentals in Frederick, MD
5d+ ago
Downtown Frederick apartment for rent in Frederick
201 S Market St, Frederick, MD 21701
4 beds
2 baths
$900
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 1
5d+ ago
Overlook townhouse for rent in Frederick
590 Eisenhower Dr #1, Frederick, MD 21703
3 beds
3.5 baths
$1,100
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.House for rent
Available Oct 1
1d ago
1499 N East St, Frederick, MD 21701
2 beds
1 bath
$1,450
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Frederick
9 E 15th St #21, Frederick, MD 21701
2 beds
1 bath
$1,495
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
4d ago
Downtown Frederick condo for rent in Frederick
50 N Bentz St #D, Frederick, MD 21701
4 beds
3.5 baths
$6,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Condo for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Frederick
1823 Colt Ln, Frederick, MD 21702
5 beds
2.5 baths
$6,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
15h ago
Wormans Mill townhouse for rent in Frederick
2507 Mill Race Rd, Frederick, MD 21701
4 beds
3.5 baths
$5,200
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Dec 15
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Frederick
1763 Atlas Dr, Frederick, MD 21702
3 beds
3.5 baths
$3,250
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Nov 20
2d ago
Verified
6450 Mercantile Dr E, Frederick, MD 21703
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,714–$3,676
Price droppedAdditional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
5585 Peregrine Way, Frederick, MD 21704
3 beds
3.5 baths
$2,900
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.House for rent
Available Sep 9
2d ago
Verified
909 Mansion Dr, Frederick, MD 21703
2 beds
2 baths
$2,759
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
150A Willowdale Dr, Frederick, MD 21702
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,970–$2,540
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
Available Aug 31
3d ago
Verified
5585 Peregrine Way, Frederick, MD 21704
3 beds
3.5 baths
$2,900
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.House for rent
Available Sep 9
2d ago
Verified
6450 Mercantile Dr E, Frederick, MD 21703
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,714–$3,676
Price droppedAdditional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
150A Willowdale Dr, Frederick, MD 21702
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,970–$2,540
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
Available Aug 31
2d ago
Verified
909 Mansion Dr, Frederick, MD 21703
2 beds
2 baths
$2,759
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
6450 Mercantile Dr E, Frederick, MD 21703
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,820–$3,676
Price droppedAdditional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
909 Mansion Dr, Frederick, MD 21703
2 beds
2 baths
$2,759
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
150A Willowdale Dr, Frederick, MD 21702
2 beds
1 bath
$2,038–$2,368
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 10
28m ago
House for rent in Frederick
8514 Raptor Ridge Ln, Frederick, MD 21704
4 beds
3.5 baths
$3,995
Price dropped $200Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Frederick, MD
Quick answers to common questions about the Frederick rental market.
How much is rent in Frederick?
The average rent in Frederick is $2,399 per month as of October 10, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Frederick?
Average rent prices in Frederick have remained the same over the last month and have remained the same since last year.
How does Frederick rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Frederick is 26% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $499 more per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Frederick?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Frederick are Downtown Frederick ($1,797/mo), Waterford ($1,968/mo), and Overlook ($2,007/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Frederick?
To comfortably afford rent in Frederick, you'd need to earn approximately $96,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Frederick?
February offers the best rental deals in Frederick with the lowest rents of the year, running about 9% lower than peak August prices. December is also favorable with the least competition from other renters.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).