Towson, MD Rent History

108 months of data, 2017–2026. Source: ZORI (Zillow Observed Rent Index, smoothed seasonally adjusted).

Today (2026-09)
$1,871
1-year change
+2.1%
$38/mo
5-year change
+13.7%
$225/mo

Monthly rent trend

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Year-by-year rent in Towson

YearMedian rentYoY changevs 2017
2017$1,396/mo—0.0%
2018$1,358/mo-2.7%-2.7%
2019$1,407/mo+3.6%+0.8%
2020$1,467/mo+4.3%+5.1%
2021$1,527/mo+4.1%+9.4%
2022$1,708/mo+11.9%+22.3%
2023$1,701/mo-0.4%+21.8%
2024$1,744/mo+2.5%+24.9%
2025$1,812/mo+3.9%+29.8%
2026$1,857/mo+2.5%+33.0%

Frequently asked questions

How much has rent in Towson changed since 2017?

Median rent in Towson, MD was $1,396 in 2017-10 and is $1,871 as of 2026-09 — a change of $475 per month over 9 years.

How much has Towson rent increased in the last 5 years?

Over the past 5 years, median rent in Towson, MD has changed +13.7% ($225 per month). The current median is $1,871.

Is rent in Towson going up or down year over year?

Year over year, median rent in Towson, MD has increased +2.1% ($38/mo). Current median: $1,871.

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Methodology: Rent figures use ZORI (Zillow Observed Rent Index) monthly smoothed seasonally-adjusted values for all properties (single family + condo + multifamily). Year-by-year table uses April readings (or nearest available month) for consistency across years. 1-/5-/10-year change uses the same month 2026 as the anchor.