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Dunedin

Pop. 36,062·157th most expensive in Florida·Rental market data updated monthly for Dunedin, FL
Median rent (all units)
$2,089/mo
Year-over-Year
+2.9%
Month-over-Month
-0.5%
vs US Median
+$124
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Dunedin · $2,089
More expensive than 64% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
75/100
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Rents are 13% below what Dunedin's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$2,089/mo
Expected by trend
$2,387/mo
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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
Research median
$1,910/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
$25,068/yr
At $2,089/mo median
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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 (+2.9% YoY, -0.5% 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
58
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 → $2,089
up 38.3%
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 $2,089, reflecting a 38.3% 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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Dunedin rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Dunedin, FL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Dunedin is $2,089/mo as of July 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 34% of local median household income ($74,477/yr), Dunedin ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 2.9% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Dunedin an affordable city for renters?

Dunedin is considered moderate for renters. At $2,089/mo, rent takes approximately 34% 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 $84,000/year (~$40/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,089/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 2.9% over the past year as of July 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 #157 out of 288 tracked cities at $2,089/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Dunedin?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Dunedin ($2,089/mo): Palm Harbor ($1,845/mo), Clearwater ($1,962/mo), Oldsmar ($1,990/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 $2,089/mo is $124 (6%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #157 out of 288 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
34%
MODERATE

At $2,089/mo, rent takes ~34% of Dunedin's median household income ($74,477/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Dunedin 34%Benchmark 30%
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