Ellicott City, MD Rental Market Trends

What is the average rent in Ellicott City?

The average rent for an apartment in Ellicott City is $2,164. The cost of rent varies depending on several factors, including location, size, and quality.

Average rent in Ellicott City, MD

Last updated June 2025
Average Rent Average Apartment Size
$2,164 968 sq. ft.

What is the average apartment size in Ellicott City?

The average size for a Ellicott City, MD apartment is 968 square feet, but this number varies greatly depending on unit type, with cheap and luxury alternatives for houses and apartments alike. Studio apartments are the smallest and most affordable, 1-bedroom apartments are closer to the average, while 2-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom apartments offer a more generous square footage.

Ellicott City, MD apartment rent ranges

Ellicott City, MD Occupied Housing Units

7,265 or 27% of the households in Ellicott City, MD are renter-occupied while 19,313 or 73% are owner-occupied.

Ellicott City, MD rent trends

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How Ellicott City Compares to Other Cities

State Average Rent
Ellicott City $2,164
Baltimore City $1,638
Silver Spring $1,982
Rockville $2,394
Frederick $1,928
Hyattsville $1,892
Laurel $1,964
Gaithersburg $2,039
Columbia $2,144
Bethesda $2,735
Annapolis $2,299
Glen Burnie $1,662
Elkridge $2,240
Beltsville, MD $1,932
Sykesville, MD $1,839
Burtonsville, MD $2,042
Derwood, MD $2,361
Jessup, MD $2,154
Savage, MD $1,940

What is the average price for a storage unit in Ellicott City?

The average rent for a non-climate-controlled 10'x10' storage unit in Ellicott City is $175. Rental costs vary depending on several factors, including unit size and the storage facility's location and amenities.

Most Popular Apartments in Ellicott City

8120 Randolph Way, Ellicott City, MD 21043
2 BEDS $2,427+
3 BEDS $3,200+

6081 Otterbein Lane, Ellicott City, MD 21043
1 BED $2,227+
2 BEDS $2,475+
3 BEDS $3,465+

840 Oella Avenue, Ellicott City, MD 21043
STUDIO $2,216+
1 BED $2,345+
2 BEDS $3,397+

3113 Pine Orchard Lane, Ellicott City, MD 21042
1 BED $1,878+
2 BEDS $2,403+
3 BEDS N/A
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