How much does it cost to rent in Apollo Beach, FL?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Apollo Beach, FL is $2,216. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Apollo Beach cheaper than other Florida cities?

Apollo Beach falls in the middle range for Florida, ranking #129 out of 288 cities at $2,216/mo.

When was Apollo Beach rent data last updated?

Apollo Beach rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

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Apollo Beach

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Pop. 33,355·129th most expensive in Florida·Rental market data updated monthly for Apollo Beach, FL

Median rent (all units)

$2,216/mo

Year-over-Year

+2.6%

Month-over-Month

-0.5%

vs US Median

+$251

Stable (Monthly)

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Apollo Beach · $2,216

More expensive than 69% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

59/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 4% below what Apollo Beach's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$2,216/mo

Expected by trend

$2,319/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Apollo Beach's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$2,170

1 BR

$2,340

2 BR

$2,740

3 BR

$3,510

4 BR+

$4,270

Research median

$2,740/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$26,592/yr

At $2,216/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Balanced Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.

Based on rent-price momentum (+2.6% YoY, -0.5% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Apollo Beach, FL is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 42.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

33,355

Median income

$127,617

Median age

41.4

Renters

14.3%

Age distribution

24.9%

15.5%

29.4%

12.3%

17.9%

Under 1824.9%

18–3415.5%

35–5429.4%

55–6412.3%

65+17.9%

Gender

51.4%

48.6%

Male51.4%

Female48.6%

Race & ethnicity

59.2%

15.7%

17.9%

White59.2%

Black15.7%

Hispanic17.9%

Asian2%

Other5.3%

Education (25+)

21.8%

31.7%

42.6%

No HS diploma3.9%

HS diploma21.8%

Some college31.7%

Bachelor's+42.6%

Housing tenure

85.7%

14.3%

Owner85.7%

Renter14.3%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Apollo Beach, FL has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,527 → $2,216

up 45.1%

Income

$100,863 → $127,617

up 26.5%

Population

24,790 → 33,355

up 34.6%

Renter share

15.1% → 14.3%

-0.8 pts

Bachelor's+

43.9% → 42.6%

-1.3 pts

Median age

43.5 → 41.4

-2.1 yrs

Since 2021, the typical rent in Apollo Beach, FL has climbed from $1,527 to $2,216, a 45.1% change over five years. Household income in the area moved from $100,863 to $127,617 across the same window, up 26.5% versus 2021. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has grown by 34.6% since 2021, moving from about 24,790 residents to roughly 33,355. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Apollo Beach, FL look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Apollo Beach on your salary?

At $2,216/mo, how Apollo Beach rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $87,866/yr · Rent = 30.3% income

stretched

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $62,384/yr · Rent = 42.6% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $71,861/yr · Rent = 37% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $128,442/yr · Rent = 20.7% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $164,117/yr · Rent = 16.2% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $58,413/yr · Rent = 45.5% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $52,740/yr · Rent = 50.4% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $65,007/yr · Rent = 40.9% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

Apollo Beach rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Apollo Beach. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

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About renting in Apollo Beach, FL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Apollo Beach is $2,216/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,170/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,740/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,340/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,510/mo.

At 21% of local median household income ($127,617/yr), Apollo Beach ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 2.6% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Apollo Beach an affordable city for renters?

Apollo Beach is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,216/mo, rent takes approximately 21% of the local median household income ($127,617/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Apollo Beach falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Apollo Beach?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $89,000/year (~$43/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,216/mo in Apollo Beach. The local median household income is $127,617/yr, meaning the typical Apollo Beach household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Apollo Beach?

Rent in Apollo Beach has increased 2.6% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Apollo Beach rent compare to other cities in Florida?

Apollo Beach is middle-of-the-pack for Florida for rent, ranking #129 out of 288 tracked cities at $2,216/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Apollo Beach?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Apollo Beach ($2,216/mo): Sun City Center ($2,143/mo), Ruskin ($2,157/mo), Riverview ($2,159/mo).

What percentage of Apollo Beach residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 14.3% of Apollo Beach households are renters, while 85.7% are owner-occupied. Apollo Beach leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Apollo Beach rent compare to the national average?

Apollo Beach's median rent of $2,216/mo is $251 (13%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #129 out of 288 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

21%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $2,216/mo, rent takes ~21% of Apollo Beach's median household income ($127,617/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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