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Last updated on November 11, 2026
Average rent in
Gaithersburg, MD
Average rent in
Last updated on November 11, 2026
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Key takeaways for renters
Where Gaithersburg rent stands today
Gaithersburg, MD rent rose 16.3% year over year, with a current median of $2,499/month. Renters today are paying $350 more per month on average than last year, though rent has eased 3.4% month over month since peaking at $2,500 in September 2026.
Compared to national trends
Gaithersburg is 31.5% more expensive than the $1,900/month national median. This places the city above the national average as a mid-tier metro with a majority of house rentals.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studios rent for $1,650/month, 1-bedrooms for $1,752/month, and 2-bedrooms for $2,230/month. Larger units include 3-bedrooms at $2,800/month and 4+ bedrooms at $3,298/month, offering a wide selection for renters.
Median rent
Median rent in Gaithersburg
$2,499/mo
16%vs previous year
The average rent in Gaithersburg is $2,499 per month as of November 2026. This is 32% above the national average rent, or $599 more per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Gaithersburg
92
for rent on Zumper.com as of November 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Gaithersburg rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Gaithersburg, MD
Average rent prices in Gaithersburg have decreased by 3% over the last month and have increased by 16% 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
Gaithersburg, MD
Rent prices in Gaithersburg vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Gaithersburg is $2,011, whereas a house costs $2,950. 1-bedroom apartments in Gaithersburg run $1,768 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $2,219.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,650 |  17% | 10% | |
1 bedroom | $1,752 | 1% | 8% | |
2 bedroom | $2,230 | 3% | 9% | |
3 bedroom | $2,800 | No Change | 3% | |
4 bedroom | $3,297 | 3% | 3% |
At this time, we don't have enough active inventory for all rentals to generate data. Please check back soon to see neighborhood rent prices in Gaithersburg, MD.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $2,011 | 4% | 1% | |
Condos | $2,350 | 6% | 16% | |
Houses | $2,950 | No Change | 2% |
Studio
Average rent
$1,650
Last 30 days
17%
Last year
10%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,752
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
8%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$2,230
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
9%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$2,800
Last year
3%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$3,297
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
3%
At this time, we don't have enough active inventory for all rentals to generate data. Please check back soon to see neighborhood rent prices in Gaithersburg, MD.
Apartments
Average rent
$2,011
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
1%
Condos
Average rent
$2,350
Last 30 days
6%
Last year
16%
Houses
Average rent
$2,950
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
2%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Gaithersburg, 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 Gaithersburg, MD compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Gaithersburg and Aspen Hill by all bedroom counts and property types.
Gaithersburg
32%higher than the national median
13%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Gaithersburg, MD is 16% higher than the median rent in Aspen Hill, MD.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$2,150
1%$3,613
13%$3,500
30%$2,200
3%$2,227
17%$2,450
6%$4,700
2%$2,300
$2,517
2%$2,386
15%$2,517
2%$2,800
3%Cost of living in Gaithersburg, 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 Gaithersburg, MD
10h ago
Verified
404 Christopher Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20879
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,600–$2,340
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
40 N Summit Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20877
2 beds
1 bath
$1,650
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
5d+ ago
531 S Frederick Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20877
2 beds
1 bath
$1,765
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
3h ago
340 N Summit Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20877
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,775–$2,600
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
10h ago
Townhouse for rent in Gaithersburg
542 Market St E, Gaithersburg, MD 20878
3 beds
3 baths
$4,250
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
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Gaithersburg
5 Morrison Dr, Gaithersburg, MD 20878
3 beds
3.5 baths
$4,100
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
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Gaithersburg
1005 Hillside Lake Ter #1002, Gaithersburg, MD 20878
2 beds
2.5 baths
$3,790
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
20h ago
Verified
113 Ellington Blvd, Gaithersburg, MD 20878
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,705–$3,853
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 Nov 10
4h ago
Verified
370 E Diamond Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20877
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,843–$3,064
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
20h ago
Verified
113 Ellington Blvd, Gaithersburg, MD 20878
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,705–$3,853
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 Nov 10
1d ago
Verified
925 Clopper Rd, Gaithersburg, MD 20878
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,343–$2,759
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
14h ago
Verified
9806 Mahogany Dr, Gaithersburg, MD 20878
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,747–$5,349
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
14h ago
Verified
9806 Mahogany Dr, Gaithersburg, MD 20878
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,747–$5,349
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
10h ago
Verified
404 Christopher Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20879
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,600–$2,340
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
4h ago
Verified
370 E Diamond Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20877
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,843–$3,064
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
20h ago
Verified
113 Ellington Blvd, Gaithersburg, MD 20878
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,705–$3,853
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 Nov 10
4h ago
Verified
370 E Diamond Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20877
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,843–$2,846
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
10h ago
Verified
404 Christopher Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20879
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,600–$2,340
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
519 S Frederick Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20877
Studio
1 bath
$1,225
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
5d+ ago
1 Water St, Gaithersburg, MD 20877
3 beds
1 bath
$1,995
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
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Frequently asked questions for Gaithersburg, MD
Quick answers to common questions about the Gaithersburg rental market.
How much is rent in Gaithersburg?
The average rent in Gaithersburg is $2,499 per month as of November 7, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Gaithersburg?
Average rent prices in Gaithersburg have decreased by 3% over the last month and have increased by 16% since last year.
How does Gaithersburg rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Gaithersburg is 32% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $599 more per month.
What salary do I need to afford rent in Gaithersburg?
To comfortably afford rent in Gaithersburg, you'd need to earn approximately $100,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Gaithersburg?
March offers the lowest rents in Gaithersburg, running about 3.8% below June's peak prices, making it an ideal time for budget-conscious apartment hunting.
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).