Average Rent in Bushwood, MD (2026)
The average 1-bedroom rent in Bushwood, MD is $1,470/month as of 2026, based on HUD data across 1 ZIP codes. Rents have changed -3.2% year over year. Rents range from $1,470 to $1,470.
Average Rent · 1-Bedroom
$1,470/mo
Source: HUD Fair Market Rent · 1 zip codes
Year-over-Year
↓ -3.2%
Source: Apartment List, HUD Fair Market Rent
Data through
The average 1-bedroom rent in Bushwood, MD is $1,470/month according to HUD FY2026 Fair Market Rent data, covering 1 ZIP codes. Rents have decreased 3.2% year-over-year. The average 1-bedroom rent in Bushwood is 23% above the national average of $1,196/month.
Average rent in Bushwood, MD ranges from $1,470 to $1,470 across 1 ZIP codes.
Based on local market data, a fair rent increase in Bushwood, MD is approximately 3.2% for 2026. An increase above 3.2% exceeds the local market trend and may be worth negotiating.
Key Facts
Sources: Apartment List, HUD Fair Market Rent, HUD SAFMR, Rentcast. Updated February 2026.
How much is rent in Bushwood, MD?
The average 1-bedroom rent in Bushwood, MD is $1,470/month as of 2026, based on HUD data across 1 ZIP codes. Rents across Bushwood are relatively uniform, clustering around $1,470/month. To afford this at the 30% rule, a household would need approximately $58,800/year.
Is rent going up in Bushwood?
Rents in Bushwood have decreased 3.2% year over year based on local market data. Declining rents may give renters leverage when negotiating renewals.
What is a fair rent increase in Bushwood?
Based on local market data, a rent increase around 3.2% is in line with the Bushwood market for 2026. An increase above that level exceeds the local trend and may be worth pushing back on. Check your specific increase with RenewalReply's free rent analysis tool.
Rent Trends in Bushwood
-3.2%
Rents in Bushwood are cooling at -3.2% year-over-year.
⚠ Mixed signals
Market sources range from -5.0% to +5.0%
Sources: Apartment List, HUD Fair Market Rent
What Should Rent Cost in Bushwood?
Typical rent ranges based on HUD benchmarks and market data. In areas with limited listing data, ranges reflect federal benchmarks and may be wider than actual market conditions.
A studio in Bushwood typically rents for $1,350 – $1,495.
Rents above $1,719 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 1-bedroom in Bushwood typically rents for $1,470 – $1,793.
Rents above $2,062 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 2-bedroom in Bushwood typically rents for $1,650 – $1,965.
Rents above $2,260 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 3-bedroom in Bushwood typically rents for $2,060 – $2,427.
Rents above $2,791 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 4-bedroom in Bushwood typically rents for $2,540 – $3,097.
Rents above $3,562 are in the top 25% for this area.
Federal Rent Benchmarks for Bushwood
HUD Fair Market Rents are federal rent benchmarks published annually by HUD. They provide a consistent baseline for comparing rents across areas.
Studio
$1,350
HUD Fair Market Rent
1-Bedroom
$1,470
HUD Fair Market Rent
2-Bedroom
$1,650
HUD Fair Market Rent
3-Bedroom
$2,060
HUD Fair Market Rent
4-Bedroom
$2,540
HUD Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD SAFMR FY2026 · Updated
Zip Codes in Bushwood
Click any zip code for detailed rent data including zip-specific SAFMR rates, nearby comparables, and a free rent increase check.
HUD publishes a single Fair Market Rent for the entire St. Mary's County, MD HUD Metro FMR Area metro area. For zip-level variation, the tool uses additional data sources including real-time comparable listings and local market indices.
All zip codes in Bushwood share the same county-level HUD Fair Market Rent ($1,470 for 1-BR). Click any zip for SAFMR-specific rates.
County-level FMR shown in city summary above.
How Does Bushwood Compare?
Questions about rent in Bushwood
What is the average 1-bedroom rent in Bushwood, MD?
The average 1-bedroom fair market rent in Bushwood, MD is $1,470/month as of 2026, based on HUD rent data across 1 ZIP codes in the city. This is 23% above the national average of $1,196/month. Rents range from $1,470 to $1,470 depending on ZIP code.
What is a fair rent increase in Bushwood?
A rent increase up to about 3.2% is broadly in line with the recent market trend in Bushwood. Increases above that level are above trend and should be tested against neighborhood-level pricing and comparable rentals. The current average 1-BR rent is $1,470/month.
Are rents going up or down in Bushwood?
Rents in Bushwood have decreased 3.2% year over year based on local market data. This reflects local market conditions across 1 ZIP codes in the St. Mary's County, MD HUD Metro FMR Area area.
How much do rents vary across Bushwood?
1-bedroom rents across Bushwood range from $1,470 to $1,470 on this page, a $0/month spread. This shows that rent can vary materially across ZIP codes within the same city, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in housing stock and demand.
Can my landlord raise my rent in Bushwood?
We could not identify a city-specific rent cap for Bushwood. Landlords must still follow applicable state and local notice rules before raising rent at lease renewal. Requirements vary — check your state's landlord-tenant statute for specifics on notice periods and timing.
How much should I spend on rent in Bushwood?
The general guideline is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. With average 1-bedroom rent in Bushwood at $1,470/month, a household would need approximately $58,800/year in gross income to afford this comfortably. Many renters in high-cost areas spend above this threshold — our free tool can help you assess whether your specific rent is fair for your ZIP code.
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