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5036 Forsythia Court

$1,245 – $1,850/mo

  • Studio–2 bedrooms
  • 1–2 baths
  • 288–864 sq ft
  • 5 units available
3101 White Oak Dr, Abingdon, MD 21009

As of October 14, 2026, 5036 Forsythia Court in Abingdon, MD has 5 apartments for rent from $1,245 to $1,850/mo. Studios start at $1,245, one-bedrooms at $1,310, and two-bedrooms at $1,635. The average asking rent has risen 19% since March 31, 2026, from $1,378 to $1,640.


Floor plans

5036 Forsythia Court has 5 units available across 4 floor plans: a studio layout (288 sq ft), a one-bedroom layout (576 sq ft), and 2 two-bedroom layouts (864 sq ft). Prices checked October 14, 2026.

Studio One Bath Open

Studio • 1 Bath • 288 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,245/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
0304H$1,245288Oct 1

One Bed One Bath Standard

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 576 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,310/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
3104E$1,310576Dec 8

Two Bed One Bath

2 Bedrooms • 1 Bath • 864 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,635/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
0200D$1,635864Nov 14

Two Bed Two Bath Standard

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 864 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,635/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
0200C$1,850864Jul 15
3103A$1,635864Nov 20

See all 56 units listed at 5036 Forsythia Court, including ones no longer available.


Cost to rent here

At 5036 Forsythia Court, a studio starts at about $1,501 a month all-in: $1,245 rent and an estimated $256 for electric, gas, water, internet, renters insurance, and laundry. A one-bedroom starts at about $1,580 and a two-bedroom at about $1,976.

All-in from$1,501/mo

Estimates are local averages, not quotes from the property.

Can you afford it?

Most landlords ask for a monthly income of about 3× the rent, so qualifying at 5036 Forsythia Court takes about $44,820 a year for a studio, $47,160 for a one-bedroom, and $58,860 for a two-bedroom. Keeping the $1,501 all-in month for a studio within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $65,200 a year.

Total monthly housing cost

$1,501/mo

Income to afford it comfortably

$65,200/yr

Income to qualify

$44,820/yr

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Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at 5036 Forsythia Court has ranged from $1,180 to $1,640. The current average is $1,640, the highest in the past year.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (188 days observed).

Fees & lease terms

  • Rent

    $1,245 – $1,850/mo
  • Earliest move-in

    Jul 15

Location

3101 White Oak Dr, Abingdon, MD 21009


Resident reviews

Residents of 5036 Forsythia Court rate amenities and shared spaces (5.0) and location (3.8) highest and building quality (2.3) lowest.

2.5 · 100+ reviews
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management3.0
Maintenance3.4
Building Quality2.3
Location3.8
Amenities and Shared Spaces5.0
Overall83 reviews

Recent management changes have brought notable improvements in leasing and maintenance responsiveness, with staff receiving consistent praise for professionalism and communication. However, the property continues to face challenges with aging infrastructure, including mold, thin walls, and maintenance delays that have persisted across multiple management transitions. Residents report mixed experiences with office accessibility and fee transparency, though newer reviews indicate better service standards than historical complaints.

Management responsiveness and communication are significant concerns, with many residents reporting difficulty reaching the office, delayed maintenance responses, and inconsistent billing practices. While some residents praise specific staff members and note the complex is quiet with good location, the majority of feedback highlights unresolved maintenance issues, recurring billing problems (particularly liability fees and rent payment errors), and staff availability challenges. Office hours appear limited, making it difficult for working residents to address concerns in person.

Maintenance responsiveness and quality vary significantly at this property. Positive experiences highlight quick response times and thorough work, particularly with plumbing and appliance repairs. However, negative reviews consistently report delayed responses to work orders, incomplete repairs, and issues with core problems (HVAC, water heaters, plumbing) taking weeks to resolve. Communication gaps between residents and maintenance staff are a recurring concern.

Residents consistently report significant building quality concerns, particularly poor sound insulation with paper-thin walls, persistent mold and moisture issues, and slow or unresponsive maintenance. Common complaints include inadequate heating systems, pest infestations, and general cleanliness problems upon move-in. One long-term resident noted satisfaction with landscaping, snow removal, and responsive repairs, though concerns about aging infrastructure remain widespread.

The property benefits from a convenient location with good access to major highways (I-95, Route 40, Route 24) and nearby amenities including grocery stores and shopping areas. Residents consistently praise the quiet, safe neighborhood atmosphere. However, some residents note that rent is relatively high for the area, and there are occasional concerns about management accessibility and common area policies.

Residents report that the property maintains well-kept common areas with consistent landscape, snow removal, and trash management. Laundry facilities are available, with some units offering washer-dryer hookups as an alternative. The quiet neighborhood and convenient location near major routes are noted as positive features, though some residents express concerns about common area usage policies.

Summaries are written by AI from reviews residents posted on public review sites such as Google and ApartmentRatings. Each topic shows how many of those reviews discuss it.

Getting around

5036 Forsythia Court is car-dependent and not bikeable, and transit is minimal.

Walking
Car-dependent
Grade F
Transit
Minimal
Grade F
Biking
Not bikeable
Grade F

Climate and air quality

Air quality near 5036 Forsythia Court was good on 214 of the past 365 days, and at its worst in February (average AQI 66, moderate). Daily highs averaged 86°F in July, the warmest month, and lows averaged 22°F in January, the coldest.

Air quality

214 good-air days

of the past 365

: Good, AQI 43

Temperature

86° / 22°

average July high / January low

: 82° high, 64° low

Pollen

Low

Oct 14–18 forecast

Tree: none, grass: none, weed: low

MonthAverage highAverage lowAverage AQIGood-air days
January36°F22°F45 (good)21 of 31
February39°F23°F66 (moderate)9 of 28
March57°F38°F48 (good)22 of 31
April66°F47°F49 (good)18 of 30
May71°F54°F50 (good)18 of 31
June83°F64°F50 (good)18 of 30
July86°F69°F64 (moderate)8 of 31
August84°F68°F53 (moderate)14 of 31
September77°F63°F44 (good)20 of 30
October67°F50°F41 (good)26 of 31
November55°F39°F41 (good)23 of 30
December40°F26°F46 (good)17 of 31
Daily readings from Oct 15, 2025 to Oct 14, 2026. The pollen chart shows typical US seasons.

About this property

Forsythia Court Apartments offers apartments for rent in Abingdon, MD with the right amenities for you. Visit our website for more information.


Nearby schools

The closest school to 5036 Forsythia Court is KinderCare Learning Center, a private preschool 0.5 miles away. The closest public school is William S. James Elementary School, 0.7 miles away.

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

KinderCare Learning Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.5 mi

Ymca Child Development Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.5 mi

Trellis Lane KinderCare

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.6 mi

William S. James Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary0.7 mi

Kinder Care Learning Center #834

Private · Elementary
PrivateElementary0.7 mi

St Francis De Sales Pre-School

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.0 mi

Ymca-Abingdon Es

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.3 mi

New Covenant Christian School

Private · High
PrivateHigh1.4 mi

William Paca/Old Post Road Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary1.6 mi

Abingdon Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary1.7 mi

Contact & management

5036 Forsythia Court is managed by Morgan Properties. The leasing office's phone number is 667-545-6045.


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