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

As of August 2026, the median monthly rent in Dunedin, FL is $2,074. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Dunedin cheaper than other Florida cities?

Dunedin falls in the middle range for Florida, ranking #167 out of 291 cities at $2,074/mo.

When was Dunedin rent data last updated?

Dunedin rent data reflects August 2026 and was last refreshed on August 17, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

What is the Fair Market Rent in Dunedin, FL?

HUD sets the Fair Market Rent for a two-bedroom home in Dunedin, FL at $1,910 per month, which is 8% below the $2,074 market median. Fair Market Rent is the Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) payment standard. It is a 40th-percentile gross rent that includes essential utilities such as electricity, water, gas, sewer, and trash, and HUD updates it once a year, so it measures something different from current market asking rent.

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Dunedin

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Pop. 36,062·167th most expensive in Florida·Rental market data updated monthly for Dunedin, FL

Median rent (all units)

$2,074/mo

Year-over-Year

+2.0%

Month-over-Month

-0.7%

vs US Median

+$112

Falling (Monthly)

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Dunedin · $2,074

More expensive than 63% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo

Rent Reality Score

77/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 14% below what Dunedin's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$2,074/mo

Expected by trend

$2,398/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,510

1 BR

$1,630

2 BR

$1,910

3 BR

$2,450

4 BR+

$2,980

Fair Market Rent (HUD)

$1,910/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $2,074 market median above, and that is expected: FMR is the 40th percentile of standard-quality units and counts gross rent, so it includes essential utilities such as electricity, water, gas, sewer, and trash. The market median is asking rent, which usually excludes utilities. HUD sets FMR once a year; market rent here updates monthly.

Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents. Read the methodology →

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost

$24,888/yr

At $2,074/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 (+2.0% YoY, -0.7% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Dunedin, FL is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, 39.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

36,062

Median income

$74,477

Median age

Renters

28.9%

Age distribution

14.5%

20.1%

18.7%

35.3%

Under 1811.4%

18–3414.5%

35–5420.1%

55–6418.7%

65+35.3%

Gender

46.9%

53.1%

Male46.9%

Female53.1%

Race & ethnicity

85.6%

White85.6%

Black3.8%

Hispanic6.1%

Asian1.1%

Other3.4%

Education (25+)

23.8%

32.1%

39.5%

No HS diploma4.6%

HS diploma23.8%

Some college32.1%

Bachelor's+39.5%

Housing tenure

71.1%

28.9%

Owner71.1%

Renter28.9%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Dunedin, FL has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,511 → $2,074

up 37.3%

Income

$55,729 → $74,477

up 33.6%

Population

36,110 → 36,062

down 0.1%

Renter share

29.6% → 28.9%

-0.7 pts

Bachelor's+

36.3% → 39.5%

+3.2 pts

The median rent in Dunedin, FL stood at $1,511 in 2021 and currently runs about $2,074, reflecting a 37.3% increase over the period. On the earnings side, the typical household in Dunedin, FL now reports about $74,477, up from $55,729 in 2021. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 39.5% of adults here, versus 36.3% in 2021. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Dunedin, FL reflects that arc in its own way.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Dunedin on your salary?

At $2,074/mo, how Dunedin rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $87,866/yr · Rent = 28.3% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $62,384/yr · Rent = 39.9% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $71,861/yr · Rent = 34.6% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $128,442/yr · Rent = 19.4% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $164,117/yr · Rent = 15.2% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $58,413/yr · Rent = 42.6% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $52,740/yr · Rent = 47.2% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $65,007/yr · Rent = 38.3% income

stretched

By apartment size

Dunedin rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Dunedin, FL

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Dunedin is $2,074/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,510/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,910/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,630/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,450/mo.

At 33% of local median household income ($74,477/yr), Dunedin ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 2.0% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Dunedin an affordable city for renters?

Dunedin is considered moderate for renters. At $2,074/mo, rent takes approximately 33% of the local median household income ($74,477/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Dunedin slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Dunedin?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $83,000/year (~$40/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,074/mo in Dunedin. The local median household income is $74,477/yr, meaning the typical Dunedin household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Dunedin?

Rent in Dunedin has increased 2.0% over the past year as of August 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Dunedin rent compare to other cities in Florida?

Dunedin is middle-of-the-pack for Florida for rent, ranking #167 out of 291 tracked cities at $2,074/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Dunedin?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Dunedin ($2,074/mo): Oldsmar ($1,882/mo), Palm Harbor ($1,905/mo), Clearwater ($1,939/mo).

What percentage of Dunedin residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 28.9% of Dunedin households are renters, while 71.1% are owner-occupied. Dunedin leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Dunedin rent compare to the national average?

Dunedin's median rent of $2,074/mo is $112 (6%) above the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #167 out of 291 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

33%

MODERATE

At $2,074/mo, rent takes ~33% of Dunedin's median household income ($74,477/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Dunedin 33%Benchmark 30%

State income taxNone

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