How much does it cost to rent in Crestview, FL?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Crestview, FL is $1,921. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Crestview cheaper than other Florida cities?

Crestview is among the more affordable cities in Florida, ranking #210 out of 288 cities at $1,921/mo.

When was Crestview rent data last updated?

Crestview 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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Crestview

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Pop. 28,773·210th most expensive in Florida·Crestview rents are up 6.4% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$1,921/mo

Year-over-Year

+6.4%

Month-over-Month

+1.8%

vs US Median

-$44

Rising (Monthly)

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Crestview · $1,921

More expensive than 54% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

70/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

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

Actual rent

$1,921/mo

Expected by trend

$2,136/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,120

1 BR

$1,285

2 BR

$1,440

3 BR

$2,000

4 BR+

$2,415

Research median

$1,440/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

$23,052/yr

At $1,921/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 6.4% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+6.4% YoY, +1.8% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Crestview, FL is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income below the national average, 22.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

28,773

Median income

$65,480

Median age

31.7

Renters

38.7%

Age distribution

28.3%

29.6%

21.6%

Under 1828.3%

18–3429.6%

35–5421.6%

55–649.3%

65+11.2%

Gender

50.7%

49.3%

Male50.7%

Female49.3%

Race & ethnicity

60.5%

20.4%

White60.5%

Black20.4%

Hispanic10.8%

Asian3%

Other5.2%

Education (25+)

26%

43.4%

22.6%

No HS diploma7.9%

HS diploma26%

Some college43.4%

Bachelor's+22.6%

Housing tenure

61.3%

38.7%

Owner61.3%

Renter38.7%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Crestview, FL has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,366 → $1,921

up 40.6%

Income

$55,688 → $65,480

up 17.6%

Population

26,934 → 28,773

up 6.8%

Renter share

42.7% → 38.7%

-4.0 pts

Bachelor's+

23.9% → 22.6%

-1.3 pts

Median age

32.7 → 31.7

-1.0 yrs

Since 2021, the typical rent in Crestview, FL has increased from $1,366 to $1,921, a 40.6% change over five years. Median household income rose from $55,688 to $65,480 between 2021 and 2024, a 17.6% shift. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has grown by 6.8% since 2021, moving from about 26,934 residents to roughly 28,773. Renters now make up 38.7% of households, compared with 42.7% five years ago. Taken together, the five-year picture in Crestview, FL reflects how housing costs and the people paying them have evolved through a stretch that included a pandemic, a hot rental market, and a recent cooling phase.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Crestview on your salary?

At $1,921/mo, how Crestview rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $87,866/yr · Rent = 26.2% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $62,384/yr · Rent = 37% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $71,861/yr · Rent = 32.1% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $128,442/yr · Rent = 17.9% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $164,117/yr · Rent = 14% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $58,413/yr · Rent = 39.5% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $52,740/yr · Rent = 43.7% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $65,007/yr · Rent = 35.5% income

stretched

By apartment size

Crestview rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Crestview, FL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Crestview is $1,921/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,120/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,440/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,285/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,000/mo.

At 35% of local median household income ($65,480/yr), Crestview ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 6.4% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Crestview an affordable city for renters?

Crestview is considered moderate for renters. At $1,921/mo, rent takes approximately 35% of the local median household income ($65,480/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Crestview slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Crestview?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $77,000/year (~$37/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,921/mo in Crestview. The local median household income is $65,480/yr, meaning the typical Crestview household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Crestview?

Rent in Crestview has increased 6.4% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Crestview neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Crestview are 32539 ($1,892/mo), and 32536 ($1,893/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Crestview is $1,921/mo.

How does Crestview rent compare to other cities in Florida?

Crestview is one of the more affordable cities in Florida for rent, ranking #210 out of 288 tracked cities at $1,921/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Crestview?

Fort Walton Beach is nearby and more affordable at $1,808/mo, which is $113 less than Crestview.

What percentage of Crestview residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 38.7% of Crestview households are renters, while 61.3% are owner-occupied. Crestview leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Crestview rent compare to the national average?

Crestview's median rent of $1,921/mo is $44 (2%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #210 out of 288 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

35%

MODERATE

At $1,921/mo, rent takes ~35% of Crestview's median household income ($65,480/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Crestview 35%Benchmark 30%

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