Average Rent in Cresaptown, MD (2026)
The average 1-bedroom rent in Cresaptown, MD is $850/month as of 2026, based on HUD data across 1 ZIP codes. Rents have changed +11.0% year over year. Rents range from $850 to $850.
Average Rent · 1-Bedroom
$850/mo
Source: HUD Fair Market Rent · 1 zip codes
Year-over-Year
↑ +11.0%
Source: Zillow ZORI, HUD Fair Market Rent
Data through
The average 1-bedroom rent in Cresaptown, MD is $850/month according to HUD FY2026 Fair Market Rent data, covering 1 ZIP codes. Rents have increased 11.0% year-over-year. The average 1-bedroom rent in Cresaptown is 29% below the national average of $1,196/month.
Average rent in Cresaptown, MD ranges from $850 to $850 across 1 ZIP codes.
Based on local market data, a fair rent increase in Cresaptown, MD is approximately 11.0% for 2026. An increase above 11.0% exceeds the local market trend and may be worth negotiating.
Key Facts
Sources: Zillow ZORI, HUD Fair Market Rent, HUD SAFMR, Rentcast. Updated February 2026.
How much is rent in Cresaptown, MD?
The average 1-bedroom rent in Cresaptown, MD is $850/month as of 2026, based on HUD data across 1 ZIP codes. Rents across Cresaptown are relatively uniform, clustering around $850/month. To afford this at the 30% rule, a household would need approximately $34,000/year.
Is rent going up in Cresaptown?
Rents in Cresaptown have increased 11.0% year over year based on local market data. This is a notably high rate of increase, indicating strong upward rent pressure in Cresaptown.
What is a fair rent increase in Cresaptown?
Based on local market data, a rent increase around 11.0% is in line with the Cresaptown 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 Cresaptown
+11.0%
Rents in Cresaptown are rising at +11.0% year-over-year.
✓ Verified trend
Market sources range from +9.0% to +11.6%
Sources: Zillow ZORI, HUD Fair Market Rent
What Should Rent Cost in Cresaptown?
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 Cresaptown typically rents for $720 – $778.
Rents above $895 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 1-bedroom in Cresaptown typically rents for $850 – $918.
Rents above $1,056 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 2-bedroom in Cresaptown typically rents for $1,010 – $1,091.
Rents above $1,255 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 3-bedroom in Cresaptown typically rents for $1,380 – $1,490.
Rents above $1,713 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 4-bedroom in Cresaptown typically rents for $1,510 – $1,631.
Rents above $1,876 are in the top 25% for this area.
Federal Rent Benchmarks for Cresaptown
HUD Fair Market Rents are federal rent benchmarks published annually by HUD. They provide a consistent baseline for comparing rents across areas.
Studio
$720
HUD Fair Market Rent
1-Bedroom
$850
HUD Fair Market Rent
2-Bedroom
$1,010
HUD Fair Market Rent
3-Bedroom
$1,380
HUD Fair Market Rent
4-Bedroom
$1,510
HUD Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD SAFMR FY2026 · Updated
Zip Codes in Cresaptown
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 Allegany County, MD 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 Cresaptown share the same county-level HUD Fair Market Rent ($850 for 1-BR). Click any zip for SAFMR-specific rates.
County-level FMR shown in city summary above.
How Does Cresaptown Compare?
Questions about rent in Cresaptown
What is the average 1-bedroom rent in Cresaptown, MD?
The average 1-bedroom fair market rent in Cresaptown, MD is $850/month as of 2026, based on HUD rent data across 1 ZIP codes in the city. This is 29% below the national average of $1,196/month. Rents range from $850 to $850 depending on ZIP code.
What is a fair rent increase in Cresaptown?
A rent increase up to about 11.0% is broadly in line with the recent market trend in Cresaptown. 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 $850/month.
Are rents going up or down in Cresaptown?
Rents in Cresaptown have increased 11.0% year over year based on local market data. This reflects local market conditions across 1 ZIP codes in the Allegany County, MD area.
How much do rents vary across Cresaptown?
1-bedroom rents across Cresaptown range from $850 to $850 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 Cresaptown?
We could not identify a city-specific rent cap for Cresaptown. 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 Cresaptown?
The general guideline is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. With average 1-bedroom rent in Cresaptown at $850/month, a household would need approximately $34,000/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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