How much does it cost to rent in Greenbelt, MD?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Greenbelt, MD is $2,083. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Greenbelt cheaper than other Maryland cities?

Greenbelt falls in the middle range for Maryland, ranking #46 out of 95 cities at $2,083/mo.

When was Greenbelt rent data last updated?

Greenbelt rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

City Report · MD

Greenbelt

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Pop. 24,678·46th most expensive in Maryland·Rental market data updated monthly for Greenbelt, MD

Median rent (all units)

$2,083/mo

Year-over-Year

-4.3%

Month-over-Month

+2.2%

vs US Median

+$118

Rising (Monthly)

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Greenbelt · $2,083

More expensive than 63% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

70/100

Good value

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Rents are 10% below what Greenbelt's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$2,083/mo

Expected by trend

$2,313/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Greenbelt's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,940

1 BR

$1,980

2 BR

$2,230

3 BR

$2,790

4 BR+

$3,290

Research median

$2,230/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$24,996/yr

At $2,083/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Balanced Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.

Based on rent-price momentum (-4.3% YoY, +2.2% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Greenbelt, MD is roughly split between renters and owners, 45.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

24,678

Median income

$85,997

Median age

34.6

Renters

52.9%

Age distribution

24.5%

26.2%

23%

12.3%

14%

Under 1824.5%

18–3426.2%

35–5423%

55–6412.3%

65+14%

Gender

46.7%

53.3%

Male46.7%

Female53.3%

Race & ethnicity

19.6%

48.2%

19.2%

White19.6%

Black48.2%

Hispanic19.2%

Asian7.7%

Other5.2%

Education (25+)

20.2%

23.4%

45.3%

No HS diploma11.1%

HS diploma20.2%

Some college23.4%

Bachelor's+45.3%

Housing tenure

47.1%

52.9%

Owner47.1%

Renter52.9%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Greenbelt, MD has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,758 → $2,083

up 18.5%

Income

$75,832 → $85,997

up 13.4%

Population

24,602 → 24,678

up 0.3%

Renter share

50% → 52.9%

+2.9 pts

Bachelor's+

48.1% → 45.3%

-2.8 pts

Median age

36.2 → 34.6

-1.6 yrs

The median rent in Greenbelt, MD stood at $1,758 in 2021 and currently runs about $2,083, reflecting a 18.5% increase over the period. Median household income rose from $75,832 to $85,997 between 2021 and 2024, a 13.4% shift. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. Renters now make up 52.9% of households, compared with 50% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 45.3% of adults here, versus 48.1% in 2021. Taken together, the five-year picture in Greenbelt, MD reflects how housing costs and the people paying them have evolved through a stretch that included a pandemic, a hot rental market, and a recent cooling phase.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Greenbelt on your salary?

At $2,083/mo, how Greenbelt rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $102,038/yr · Rent = 24.5% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $72,446/yr · Rent = 34.5% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $83,452/yr · Rent = 30% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $149,159/yr · Rent = 16.8% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $190,588/yr · Rent = 13.1% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $67,835/yr · Rent = 36.8% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $61,247/yr · Rent = 40.8% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $75,492/yr · Rent = 33.1% income

stretched

By apartment size

Greenbelt rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Greenbelt. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

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About renting in Greenbelt, MD

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Greenbelt is $2,083/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,940/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,230/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,980/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,790/mo.

At 29% of local median household income ($85,997/yr), Greenbelt ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 4.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Greenbelt an affordable city for renters?

Greenbelt is considered affordable for renters. At $2,083/mo, rent takes approximately 29% of the local median household income ($85,997/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Greenbelt falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Greenbelt?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $83,000/year (~$40/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,083/mo in Greenbelt. The local median household income is $85,997/yr, meaning the typical Greenbelt household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Greenbelt?

Rent in Greenbelt has decreased 4.3% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Greenbelt rent compare to other cities in Maryland?

Greenbelt is middle-of-the-pack for Maryland for rent, ranking #46 out of 95 tracked cities at $2,083/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Greenbelt?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Greenbelt ($2,083/mo): Beltsville ($1,641/mo), East Riverdale ($1,690/mo), New Carrollton ($1,757/mo).

What percentage of Greenbelt residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 52.9% of Greenbelt households are renters, while 47.1% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Greenbelt has a strong rental market.

How does Greenbelt rent compare to the national average?

Greenbelt's median rent of $2,083/mo is $118 (6%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Maryland, it ranks #46 out of 95 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

29%

AFFORDABLE

At $2,083/mo, rent takes ~29% of Greenbelt's median household income ($85,997/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Greenbelt 29%Benchmark 30%

State income tax2–5.75%

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