Rent in Rockville varies significantly depending on the unit type. Looking at options from studios to three-bedroom apartments helps to understand why Rockville is relatively high within Montgomery County.

The average rent for a studio is reported to be $1,856, but other sources indicate it can be as low as around $1,300. This reflects the gap between high-rise complexes near downtown Rockville and lower-rise buildings on the outskirts.

A one-bedroom averages $2,112, with lower rates around $2,044. For two-bedrooms, the average ranges from $2,668 to $2,519, while three-bedrooms are reported between $3,072 and $3,166.

• Studio: approximately $1,300–$1,856
• One-bedroom: approximately $2,044–$2,112
• Two-bedroom: approximately $2,519–$2,668
• Three-bedroom: approximately $3,072–$3,166

The average sizes are estimated to be around 520 square feet for studios, 800 square feet for one-bedrooms, 1,120 square feet for two-bedrooms, and 1,380 square feet for three-bedrooms. New constructions downtown tend to be smaller, while existing buildings on the outskirts are generally more spacious.

In terms of new supply, the area near downtown Rockville has a higher proportion of studios and one-bedrooms. This offers the advantage of convenient commuting, but it also means less space for families. Conversely, the outskirts have a relatively higher supply of three-bedrooms, but this comes with the trade-off of longer commute times.

The demand is primarily from single professionals near downtown looking for studios and one-bedrooms, roommates or newlyweds seeking two-bedrooms, and Korean families looking for three-bedrooms in the Rockville school district.

The rent difference when moving from a two-bedroom to a three-bedroom is between $400 and $550. Some families consider this difference manageable when factoring in school district premiums, while others opt for two-bedrooms in nearby cities to save on costs.

Korean families should first decide whether to prioritize downtown accessibility or space. It's important to note that it's rare to find listings that maximize both factors.

The figures were verified based on data from RentHop and ApartmentList.