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Lanham Seabrook

·51st most expensive in Maryland·Lanham Seabrook rents have dropped 6.0%, currently a renter's market
Median rent (all units)
$1,940/mo
Year-over-Year
-6.0%
Month-over-Month
-1.3%
vs US Median
-$25
Falling (Monthly)
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Lanham Seabrook · $1,940
More expensive than 55% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
32% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,940/mo, rent takes about 32% of the US median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$78,000/yr
US median income
$72,000/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Lanham Seabrook's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,880
1 BR
$1,920
2 BR
$2,160
3 BR
$2,700
4 BR+
$3,190
Research median
$2,160/mo

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

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$23,280/yr
At $1,940/mo median
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Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 6.0% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (-6.0% YoY, -1.3% MoM), not inventory.
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Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Lanham Seabrook is $1,940/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,880/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,160/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,920/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,700/mo.

At 32% of estimated US median household income ($72,000/yr), Lanham Seabrook ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 6.0% over the past year.

FAQ

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Is Lanham Seabrook an affordable city for renters?

Lanham Seabrook is considered moderate for renters. At $1,940/mo, rent takes approximately 32% of the US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Lanham Seabrook slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Lanham Seabrook?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $78,000/year (~$38/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,940/mo in Lanham Seabrook.

Is rent going up or down in Lanham Seabrook?

Rent in Lanham Seabrook has decreased 6.0% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Lanham Seabrook rent compare to other cities in Maryland?

Lanham Seabrook is middle-of-the-pack for Maryland for rent, ranking #51 out of 95 tracked cities at $1,940/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Lanham Seabrook?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Lanham Seabrook ($1,940/mo): East Riverdale ($1,690/mo), New Carrollton ($1,757/mo), Greater Landover ($1,758/mo).

How does Lanham Seabrook rent compare to the national average?

Lanham Seabrook's median rent of $1,940/mo is $25 (1%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Maryland, it ranks #51 out of 95 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
32%
MODERATE

At $1,940/mo, rent takes ~32% of US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Lanham Seabrook 32%Benchmark 30%
State income tax2–5.75%
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