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Last updated on October 28, 2026
Average rent in
Laurel, MD
Average rent in
Last updated on October 28, 2026
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Key takeaways for renters
Where Laurel rent stands today
Laurel, MD rent rose 2.6% year over year, with a current median of $2,300/month. Renters today are paying $57 more per month on average than last year, while month-to-month rent is unchanged.
Compared to national trends
Laurel runs 21.1% more expensive than the $1,900/month national median, placing it above average in cost among metros with 54 total rentals.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studios rent for $1,380/month, 1-bedrooms for $1,698/month, and 2-bedrooms for $2,343/month. Larger units command higher rents, with 3-bedrooms at $2,850/month and 4+ bedrooms at $3,500/month.
Neighborhood spotlight
The 4+ bedroom segment in Laurel, MD saw rents decline by 10.8% year over year, diverging from the overall citywide increase of 2.6%. This segment's change contrasts with the broader market trend.
Median rent
Median rent in Laurel
$2,300/mo
3%vs previous year
The average rent in Laurel is $2,300 per month as of October 2026. This is 21% above the national average rent, or $400 more per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Laurel
54
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Laurel rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Laurel, MD
Average rent prices in Laurel have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 3% 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
Laurel, MD
Rent prices in Laurel vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Laurel is $2,025, whereas a house costs $2,975. 1-bedroom apartments in Laurel run $1,722 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $2,390.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,380 |  2% | 1% | |
1 bedroom | $1,697 | No Change | 2% | |
2 bedroom | $2,343 | No Change | 3% | |
3 bedroom | $2,850 | 2% | 10% | |
4 bedroom | $3,500 | 3% | 11% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Laurel | $1,787 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $2,025 | No Change | 2% | |
Condos | $2,000 | 14% | 9% | |
Houses | $2,975 | No Change | 6% | |
Rooms | $1,131 | - | - |
Studio
Average rent
$1,380
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
1%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,697
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
2%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$2,343
Last year
3%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$2,850
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
10%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$3,500
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
11%
Laurel
Average rent
$1,787
Apartments
Average rent
$2,025
Last year
2%
Condos
Average rent
$2,000
Last 30 days
14%
Last year
9%
Houses
Average rent
$2,975
Last year
6%
Rooms
Average rent
$1,131
The table above reflects average rent prices in Laurel, 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 Laurel, MD compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Laurel and Beltsville by all bedroom counts and property types.
Laurel
21%higher than the national median
9%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Laurel, MD is 11% higher than the median rent in Beltsville, MD.
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3%Discover rentals in Laurel, MD
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Laurel
8233 Lyndhurst St, Laurel, MD 20724
4 beds
3.5 baths
$1,100
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
18h ago
106 Morris Dr, Laurel, MD 20707
1–3 beds
1 bath
$1,402–$1,961
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
Condo for rent in Laurel
3402 Bitterwood Pl #B301, Laurel, MD 20724
2 beds
1 bath
$1,900
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.Condo for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Laurel
412 Laurel Ave, Laurel, MD 20707
3 beds
2 baths
$2,328
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.House for rent
8h ago
Verified
6900 Andersons Way, Laurel, MD 20707
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,600–$3,880
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
4h ago
Verified
6900 Andersons Way, Laurel, MD 20707
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,960–$3,065
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
Condo for rent in Laurel
13901 Belle Chasse Blvd, Laurel, MD 20707
2 beds
2 baths
$3,100
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.Condo for rent
2d ago
Townhouse for rent in Laurel
8026 Pennington Dr #8026, Laurel, MD 20724
2 beds
2.5 baths
$2,850
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 Aug 1
1d ago
Verified
7646 E Arbory Ct #1, Laurel, MD 20707
2 beds
1.5 baths
$2,500
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 26
4h ago
Verified
6900 Andersons Way, Laurel, MD 20707
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,960–$3,065
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
8185 Scenic Meadow Dr, Laurel, MD 20724
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,998–$2,905
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
8h ago
Verified
6900 Andersons Way, Laurel, MD 20707
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,600–$3,880
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
4h ago
Verified
6900 Andersons Way, Laurel, MD 20707
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,960–$3,065
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
8185 Scenic Meadow Dr, Laurel, MD 20724
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,998–$2,905
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
18h ago
14800 4th St, Laurel, MD 20707
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,299–$2,544
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
8301 Ashford Blvd, Laurel, MD 20707
1 bed
1 bath
$1,414–$1,822
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
Condo for rent in Laurel
2 beds
1 bath
$2,000
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
4h ago
Verified
6900 Andersons Way, Laurel, MD 20707
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,960–$3,065
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
8185 Scenic Meadow Dr, Laurel, MD 20724
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,998–$2,905
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
Condo for rent in Laurel
3402 Bitterwood Pl #B301, Laurel, MD 20724
2 beds
1 bath
$1,900
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.Condo for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Laurel, MD
Quick answers to common questions about the Laurel rental market.
How much is rent in Laurel?
The average rent in Laurel is $2,300 per month as of October 24, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Laurel?
Average rent prices in Laurel have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 3% since last year.
How does Laurel rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Laurel is 21% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $400 more per month.
What salary do I need to afford rent in Laurel?
To comfortably afford rent in Laurel, you'd need to earn approximately $92,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Laurel?
March offers the best rental deals in Laurel with prices roughly 12% lower than November's peak rates, while December is the least competitive month with lower overall demand.
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).