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Bonita Springs

Pop. 55,904·89th most expensive in Florida·Bonita Springs rents have dropped 10.6%, currently a renter's market
Median rent (all units)
$2,400/mo
Year-over-Year
-10.6%
Month-over-Month
-2.8%
vs US Median
+$435
Falling (Monthly)
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Bonita Springs · $2,400
More expensive than 76% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
83/100
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Rents are 17% below what Bonita Springs's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$2,400/mo
Expected by trend
$2,876/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,630
1 BR
$1,650
2 BR
$2,035
3 BR
$2,680
4 BR+
$2,970
Research median
$2,035/mo

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

Rent trends

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$28,800/yr
At $2,400/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 10.6% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (-10.6% YoY, -2.8% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Bonita Springs, FL is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 43.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
55,904
Median income
$95,210
Median age
62.1
Renters
18.2%
Age distribution
16.7%
16.5%
44.2%
Under 1810.9%
18–3411.7%
35–5416.7%
55–6416.5%
65+44.2%
Gender
49.8%
50.2%
Male49.8%
Female50.2%
Race & ethnicity
79.7%
19.1%
White79.7%
Black1.5%
Hispanic19.1%
Asian1.4%
Education (25+)
21%
27.4%
43.1%
No HS diploma8.5%
HS diploma21%
Some college27.4%
Bachelor's+43.1%
Housing tenure
81.8%
18.2%
Owner81.8%
Renter18.2%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Bonita Springs, FL has changed in 5 years

Rent
$2,294 → $2,400
up 4.6%
Income
$78,347 → $95,210
up 21.5%
Population
53,017 → 55,904
up 5.4%
Renter share
21.5% → 18.2%
-3.3 pts
Bachelor's+
40% → 43.1%
+3.1 pts
Median age
58.5 → 62.1
+3.6 yrs

Across the past five years, the going rent in Bonita Springs, FL has shifted from $2,294 to $2,400, up 4.6% since 2022. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $78,347 in 2021 to $95,210 more recently. With wages climbing faster than rent over the same window, renters here have a bit more breathing room than they did five years back. Census counts show Bonita Springs, FL adding about 2,887 residents over the five-year window, up 5.4% on net. The renter share has eased from 21.5% to 18.2%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 40% to 43.1% across the same window. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Bonita Springs, FL market of 2022.

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About renting in Bonita Springs, FL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Bonita Springs is $2,400/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,630/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,035/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,650/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,680/mo.

At 30% of local median household income ($95,210/yr), Bonita Springs ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 10.6% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Bonita Springs an affordable city for renters?

Bonita Springs is considered moderate for renters. At $2,400/mo, rent takes approximately 30% of the local median household income ($95,210/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Bonita Springs slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Bonita Springs?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $96,000/year (~$46/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,400/mo in Bonita Springs. The local median household income is $95,210/yr, meaning the typical Bonita Springs household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Bonita Springs?

Rent in Bonita Springs has decreased 10.6% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Which Bonita Springs neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Bonita Springs are 34135 ($2,337/mo), and 34134 ($3,115/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Bonita Springs is $2,400/mo.

How does Bonita Springs rent compare to other cities in Florida?

Bonita Springs is one of the pricier cities in Florida for rent, ranking #89 out of 288 tracked cities at $2,400/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Bonita Springs?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Bonita Springs ($2,400/mo): Fort Myers ($1,779/mo), Lehigh Acres ($1,856/mo), Cape Coral ($1,912/mo).

What percentage of Bonita Springs residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 18.2% of Bonita Springs households are renters, while 81.8% are owner-occupied. Bonita Springs leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Bonita Springs rent compare to the national average?

Bonita Springs's median rent of $2,400/mo is $435 (22%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #89 out of 288 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
30%
MODERATE

At $2,400/mo, rent takes ~30% of Bonita Springs's median household income ($95,210/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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