
Cheap Apartments for Rent in La Plata, MD from $1,100 (21 Rentals)
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LaPlata Grande Gardens

2 Mustang Dr
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Wakefield Terrace

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The Bungalows @ Dahlgren- utilities included*
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Westchester at the Pavilions

10528 Catalina Pl
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La Plata, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in La Plata?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap La Plata 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,580 | $1,138 | $9,147 |
Cheap La Plata 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,135 | $1,439 | $10,000+ |
Cheap La Plata 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,412 | $1,669 | $10,000+ |
Cheap La Plata 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,410 | $2,949 | $3,775 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in La Plata, MD
Pricing Updated: 06/24/2025Current apartment rentals in the La Plata, MD area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for La Plata Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Hunters Brooke | $1,672 | $1,400 | 3 |
Forest Run | $3,500 | $1,138 | 27 |
Cheapest Available La Plata Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in La Plata, MD is a 2 Beds unit found at Monmouth Woods Apartments priced from $1,439. Smallwood Gardens in the Saint Charles Town Center neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,529. Here is today’s list of the most affordable La Plata apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Monmouth Woods Apartments | 2x2 1000 | 2BR,2BA | $1,439 |
Smallwood Gardens | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,529 |
Wakefield Terrace | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,544 |
Fox Chase Apartments | A | 1BR,1BA | $1,558 |
Crossland Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,645 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in La Plata, MD
As of June 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the La Plata area is the $1.59 price per square foot Hartland Model at Brookestone in the in the Saint Charles Town Center neighborhood starting from $3,505. The second greatest value La Plata apartment is the TOWNHOME Model at Collection at Scotland Heights starting at $2,995 with a $1.60 price per square foot in the Saint Charles Town Center neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for La Plata apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Brookestone | Hartland | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.59 |
Collection at Scotland Heights | TOWNHOME | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.60 |
EVOLV at Stonehaven | Tydings II Townhome (With Garage) | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.77 |
Highlands EVOLV Rental Townhomes | Amelia | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.89 |
The Bungalows @ Dahlgren- utilities included* | Bungalow | 3BR,1BA | $1.74 |
New Forest Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.85 |
Hunter's Run Apartments | Two-Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.77 |
Monmouth Woods Apartments | 2x2 1000 | 2BR,2BA | $1.44 |
LaPlata Grande Gardens | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.77 |
Smallwood Gardens | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.74 |
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Best Local Schools in La Plata, MD
Mary Matula Elementary School
Milton M. Somers Middle School
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Getting Around La Plata, MD
Walk Score®
46 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
37 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap La Plata Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom La Plata Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom La Plata Apartment is $1,544 at Wakefield Terrace.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom La Plata Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in La Plata is starting from $1,439 at Monmouth Woods Apartments.
What is the most affordable La Plata Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap La Plata Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Monmouth Woods Apartments and starts from $1,669.
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