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Belleview

Pop. 5,805·272nd most expensive in Florida·Belleview rents have dropped 11.6%, currently a renter's market
Median rent (all units)
$1,622/mo
Year-over-Year
-11.6%
Month-over-Month
+18.0%
vs US Median
-$343
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Belleview · $1,622
More affordable than 68% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
34% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,622/mo, rent takes about 34% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$65,000/yr
Local median income
$57,813/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Belleview's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$860
1 BR
$940
2 BR
$1,140
3 BR
$1,460
4 BR+
$1,600
Research median
$1,140/mo

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

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$19,464/yr
At $1,622/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 11.6% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (-11.6% YoY, +18.0% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Belleview, FL is roughly split between renters and owners, has a large retiree population, has a median income below the national average, 23.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
5,805
Median income
$57,813
Median age
42.5
Renters
46.1%
Age distribution
17%
24.9%
24.1%
22.4%
Under 1817%
18–3424.9%
35–5424.1%
55–6411.6%
65+22.4%
Gender
42.2%
57.8%
Male42.2%
Female57.8%
Race & ethnicity
80.3%
23.7%
White80.3%
Hispanic23.7%
Education (25+)
37.5%
30%
23.1%
No HS diploma9.4%
HS diploma37.5%
Some college30%
Bachelor's+23.1%
Housing tenure
53.9%
46.1%
Owner53.9%
Renter46.1%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Belleview, FL has changed in 5 years

Income
$41,188 → $57,813
up 40.4%
Population
5,314 → 5,805
up 9.2%
Renter share
41.1% → 46.1%
+5.0 pts
Bachelor's+
23.8% → 23.1%
-0.7 pts
Median age
39.8 → 42.5
+2.7 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in Belleview, FL now reports about $57,813, up from $41,188 in 2021. Census counts show Belleview, FL adding about 491 residents over the five-year window, up 9.2% on net. The renter share has risen from 41.1% to 46.1%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder.

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Belleview rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Belleview, FL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Belleview is $1,622/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $860/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,140/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $940/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,460/mo.

At 34% of local median household income ($57,813/yr), Belleview ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 11.6% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Belleview an affordable city for renters?

Belleview is considered moderate for renters. At $1,622/mo, rent takes approximately 34% of the local median household income ($57,813/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Belleview slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Belleview?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $65,000/year (~$31/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,622/mo in Belleview. The local median household income is $57,813/yr, meaning the typical Belleview household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Belleview?

Rent in Belleview has decreased 11.6% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Belleview rent compare to other cities in Florida?

Belleview is one of the more affordable cities in Florida for rent, ranking #272 out of 288 tracked cities at $1,622/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Belleview?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Belleview ($1,622/mo): Lady Lake ($1,520/mo), Ocala ($1,582/mo).

What percentage of Belleview residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 46.1% of Belleview households are renters, while 53.9% are owner-occupied. Belleview leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Belleview rent compare to the national average?

Belleview's median rent of $1,622/mo is $343 (17%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #272 out of 288 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
34%
MODERATE

At $1,622/mo, rent takes ~34% of Belleview's median household income ($57,813/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Belleview 34%Benchmark 30%
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