What is the average apartment size in South Laurel?

The average size for a South Laurel, MD apartment is 918 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.

What is the average rent in South Laurel?

As of Sep / 2025, the average rent in South Laurel is $1,707 per month, a 1.9% decrease from last year’s average of $1,740.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in South Laurel?

In South Laurel, studios rent for $1,249 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,487 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,774 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $2,037 per month

What is the average apartment size in South Laurel?

The typical apartment in South Laurel offers about 918 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in South Laurel?

Studio apartments in South Laurel average 488 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 750 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 971 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,170 sq. ft.

South Laurel, MD Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in South Laurel?

The typical rent budget in South Laurel ranges from $1,501 to $2,000 per month, with 66% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in South Laurel?

In South Laurel, 60% of households rent while 40% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Last updated: October 19, 2025 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in South Laurel is $1,707, a 1.9% decrease compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,740.

Studio Apartments at $1,249 offer the most budget-friendly option with 488 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 750 square feet for $1,487, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $1,774 offer 971 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,170 sq ft) for $2,037, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in South Laurel, MD

Last updated: October 19, 2025

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,707	918 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,249	488 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,487	750 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,774	971 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$2,037	1,170 sq. ft.

South Laurel, MD rent trends

Rental prices in South Laurel, MD have decreased by 1.9% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,740 to $1,707.

What's the typical rent budget in South Laurel, MD?

The largest share of rentals in South Laurel, MD (66%) fall between $1,501-$2,000 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in South Laurel, MD?

6,555 or 60% of the households in South Laurel, MD are renter-occupied while 4,382 or 40% are owner-occupied.

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How South Laurel Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
South Laurel	$1,707
Baltimore City	$1,649
Silver Spring	$1,978
Frederick	$1,916
Rockville	$2,396
Hyattsville	$1,888
Columbia	$2,154
Laurel	$1,951
Annapolis	$2,292
Bethesda	$2,760
Gaithersburg	$2,046
Wheaton	$2,126
Chillum	$1,724
Fairland	$1,953
Langley Park	$1,788
Largo	$2,179
North Laurel	$2,159
Adelphi	$1,800
Landover	$1,740
Maryland City	$2,227
Seabrook	$1,872

Where this data comes from

The rental statistics on this page were compiled by RentCafe.com, a nationwide apartment search website trusted by millions of renters to find apartments and houses for rent throughout the U.S.

Rent prices, trends, and apartment sizes were calculated based on data from our sister company, Yardi Matrix, an apartment market intelligence solution that covers approximately 90% of the U.S. metro area population. The data includes comprehensive information on all South Laurel apartment buildings with 50 or more units, totaling 23.5 million apartments across 181 U.S. markets.

Housing composition data was sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, using the most recently available information by tenure.