Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on November 2, 2026
Average rent in
Potomac, MD
Average rent in
Last updated on November 2, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
The bottom line
Potomac, MD rent slipped 2.4% year over year, with a current median of $4,100/month. Renters today are paying $100 less per month on average than last year as the market cools from its May 2026 peak of $5,000/month.
Vs. national rents
Potomac rents are 115.8% more expensive than the $1,900/month national median. This positions Potomac among the priciest metros for renters seeking larger homes and suburban amenities.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studios in Potomac rent for $1,829/month, 1-bedrooms for $2,200/month, and 2-bedrooms for $3,660/month. Larger units include 3-bedrooms at $3,900/month and 4+ bedrooms at $4,862/month. This range reflects the diversity of rental options by bedroom count.
Median rent
Median rent in Potomac
$4,100/mo
2%vs previous year
The average rent in Potomac is $4,100 per month as of October 2026. This is 116% above the national average rent, or $2,200 more per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Potomac
56
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Potomac rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Potomac, MD
Average rent prices in Potomac have decreased by 2% over the last month and have decreased by 2% 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
Potomac, MD
Rent prices in Potomac vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Potomac is $2,850, whereas a house costs $4,550. 1-bedroom apartments in Potomac run $2,700 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $3,660.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,829 | No Change | 22% | |
1 bedroom | $2,200 | No Change |  33% | |
2 bedroom | $3,660 | 6% | 46% | |
3 bedroom | $3,900 | No Change | 3% | |
4 bedroom | $4,862 | 5% | 1% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Potomac | $4,100 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $2,850 | 11% | 4% | |
Condos | $2,670 | No Change | 3% | |
Houses | $4,550 | 3% | 1% |
Studio
Average rent
$1,829
Last year
22%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$2,200
Last year
33%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$3,660
Last 30 days
6%
Last year
46%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$3,900
Last year
3%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$4,862
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
1%
Potomac
Average rent
$4,100
Apartments
Average rent
$2,850
Last 30 days
11%
Last year
4%
Condos
Average rent
$2,670
Last year
3%
Houses
Average rent
$4,550
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
1%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Potomac, 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 Potomac, MD compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Potomac and Dunn Loring by all bedroom counts and property types.
Potomac
116%higher than the national median
40%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Potomac, MD is 54% higher than the median rent in Dunn Loring, VA.
Average rent in nearby cities
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$2,665
24%$2,600
22%$2,278
5%$4,000
20%$2,590
2%$2,500
8%$2,300
$2,800
4%$2,813
34%$3,000
18%$4,222
11%$3,170
6%Discover rentals in Potomac, MD
1d ago
Verified
7838 Scotland Dr, Potomac, MD 20854
2–3 beds
2 baths
$1,650–$1,795
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
Apartment for rent in Potomac
7400 Lakeview Dr, Potomac, MD 20817
3 beds
2 baths
$2,800
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
Townhouse for rent in Potomac
3 beds
3.5 baths
$3,200
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
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Potomac
10448 Parthenon Ct, Potomac, MD 20817
3 beds
2.5 baths
$3,227
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 7
5d+ ago
House for rent in Potomac
11501 Skipwith Ln, Potomac, MD 20854
5 beds
7 baths
$13,900
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.House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Potomac
5 beds
4.5 baths
$9,500
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
House for rent in Potomac
26 Holly Leaf Ct, Potomac, MD 20817
5 beds
4.5 baths
$9,000
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
5d+ ago
House for rent in Potomac
8809 Saunders Ln, Potomac, MD 20817
4 beds
4.5 baths
$8,500
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
1d ago
Condo for rent in Potomac
7849 Coddle Harbor Ln, Potomac, MD 20854
2 beds
1 bath
$2,450
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
Available Oct 31
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Potomac
3 beds
3.5 baths
$3,200
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
5d+ ago
House for rent in Potomac
4 beds
4 baths
$4,200
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
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Potomac
7950 Inverness Ridge Rd #7950, Potomac, MD 20854
5 beds
3.5 baths
$3,500
Price dropped $100Additional 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 19
5d+ ago
Verified
7425 Democracy Blvd #307, Potomac, MD 20817
2 beds
2 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.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 19
1d ago
Verified
7838 Scotland Dr, Potomac, MD 20854
2–3 beds
2 baths
$1,650–$1,795
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
1d ago
Townhouse for rent in Potomac
7572 Westlake Ter #56, Potomac, MD 20817
4 beds
3.5 baths
$3,800
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
House for rent in Potomac
7505 Democracy Blvd #A122, Potomac, MD 20817
Studio
1 bath
$1,525
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
1d ago
Verified
7838 Scotland Dr, Potomac, MD 20854
2 beds
2 baths
$1,795
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
1d ago
Townhouse for rent in Potomac
7572 Westlake Ter #56, Potomac, MD 20817
4 beds
3.5 baths
$3,800
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
3d ago
House for rent in Potomac
8507 Victory Ln, Potomac, MD 20854
4 beds
2 baths
$3,550
Price dropped $300Fees 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 Potomac
3 beds
3.5 baths
$3,200
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
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Frequently asked questions for Potomac, MD
Quick answers to common questions about the Potomac rental market.
How much is rent in Potomac?
The average rent in Potomac is $4,100 per month as of October 31, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Potomac?
Average rent prices in Potomac have decreased by 2% over the last month and have decreased by 2% since last year.
How does Potomac rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Potomac is 116% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $2,200 more per month.
What salary do I need to afford rent in Potomac?
To comfortably afford rent in Potomac, you'd need to earn approximately $164,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Potomac?
March offers the best rental deals in Potomac, with prices running about 24% lower than January's peak rates. September and November are also less competitive months with reduced demand compared to available inventory.
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).