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How much does it cost to rent a home in La Plata?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Plata 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,850 | $1,550 | $2,300 |
| La Plata 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,754 | $1,950 | $3,400 |
| La Plata 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,215 | $2,500 | $4,500 |
| La Plata 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,425 | $3,650 | $4,800 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in La Plata, MD
Pricing Updated: 07/07/2026Current 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Run | $3,205 | $1,875 | 31 |
Cheapest Available La Plata Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in La Plata, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at Fort Washington Manor 62+ in the Rose Valley neighborhood priced from $1,470. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Washington Manor 62+ | The York | 1BR,1BA | $1,470 |
| Smallwood Gardens | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,529 |
| Monmouth Woods Apartments | 2x2 1000 | 2BR,2BA | $1,539 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in La Plata, MD
As of July 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the La Plata area is the $1.69 price per square foot Osprey Model at Sunstone Grove in the in the Saint Charles Town Center neighborhood starting from $3,360. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunstone Grove | Osprey | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.69 |
| Collection at Scotland Heights | TOWNHOME | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.60 |
| EVOLV at Stonehaven | Tydings II Townhome (With Garage) | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.70 |
| Highlands EVOLV Rental Townhomes | Tydings | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.84 |
| 10013 Wamsley Ct | 10013 Wamsley Ct | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Sheffield Greens Apartments | The Homestead | 2BR,2BA | $1.74 |
| Smallwood Gardens | C1 | 3BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Coachman's Landing Apartments | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.86 |
| Hunter's Run Apartments | Two-Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.75 |
| Brookmont Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.85 |
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Walter J. Mitchell Elementary
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What type of rentals are currently available in La Plata?
There are currently 56 Apartments for Rent in La Plata, MD with pricing that ranges from $1,355 to $4,796. There are also 51 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in La Plata ranging from $725 to $4,800.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in La Plata?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in La Plata ranges from $725 to $4,800 with an average monthly rent of $2,715.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in La Plata?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in La Plata range from $1,686 to $3,584, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,950 to $3,400. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,950.
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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.
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