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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Leesburg, FL is $1,631. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Leesburg cheaper than other Florida cities?

Leesburg is among the more affordable cities in Florida, ranking #270 out of 288 cities at $1,631/mo.

When was Leesburg rent data last updated?

Leesburg rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

Is Leesburg a renter's market or a landlord's market?

Based on RentDataNow's Rent Market Meter, Leesburg is currently a renter's market. Rents are softening (up only 3.0% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage. The meter is derived from rent-price momentum (year-over-year and month-over-month change), not inventory levels.

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Leesburg

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Pop. 30,807·270th most expensive in Florida·Rental market data updated monthly for Leesburg, FL

Median rent (all units)

$1,631/mo

Year-over-Year

+3.0%

Month-over-Month

-2.8%

vs US Median

-$334

Falling (Monthly)

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Leesburg · $1,631

More affordable than 67% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

77/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 13% below what Leesburg's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,631/mo

Expected by trend

$1,881/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,430

1 BR

$1,505

2 BR

$1,710

3 BR

$2,170

4 BR+

$2,600

Research median

$1,710/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

$19,572/yr

At $1,631/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are softening (up only 3.0% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.

Based on rent-price momentum (+3.0% YoY, -2.8% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Leesburg, FL is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income below the national average, 21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

30,807

Median income

$52,880

Median age

46.2

Renters

37.4%

Age distribution

19.3%

15.6%

24.7%

12.2%

28.2%

Under 1819.3%

18–3415.6%

35–5424.7%

55–6412.2%

65+28.2%

Gender

50.1%

49.9%

Male50.1%

Female49.9%

Race & ethnicity

52.1%

26%

21.2%

White52.1%

Black26%

Hispanic21.2%

Asian1%

Education (25+)

31.3%

35.9%

21.3%

No HS diploma11.4%

HS diploma31.3%

Some college35.9%

Bachelor's+21.3%

Housing tenure

62.6%

37.4%

Owner62.6%

Renter37.4%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Leesburg, FL has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,227 → $1,631

up 32.9%

Income

$37,350 → $52,880

up 41.6%

Population

26,242 → 30,807

up 17.4%

Renter share

47.3% → 37.4%

-9.9 pts

Bachelor's+

14.6% → 21.3%

+6.7 pts

Median age

42.9 → 46.2

+3.3 yrs

Across the past five years, the going rent in Leesburg, FL has shifted from $1,227 to $1,631, up 32.9% since 2021. Median household income climbed from $37,350 to $52,880 between 2021 and 2024, a 41.6% shift. 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 Leesburg, FL adding about 4,565 residents over the five-year window, up 17.4% on net. The renter share has eased from 47.3% to 37.4%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 14.6% to 21.3% across the same window. Taken together, the five-year picture in Leesburg, 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 Leesburg on your salary?

At $1,631/mo, how Leesburg rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $87,866/yr · Rent = 22.3% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $62,384/yr · Rent = 31.4% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $71,861/yr · Rent = 27.2% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $128,442/yr · Rent = 15.2% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $164,117/yr · Rent = 11.9% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $58,413/yr · Rent = 33.5% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $52,740/yr · Rent = 37.1% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $65,007/yr · Rent = 30.1% income

stretched

By apartment size

Leesburg rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Leesburg

About renting in Leesburg, FL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Leesburg is $1,631/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,430/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,710/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,505/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,170/mo.

At 37% of local median household income ($52,880/yr), Leesburg ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 3.0% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Leesburg an affordable city for renters?

Leesburg is considered moderate for renters. At $1,631/mo, rent takes approximately 37% of the local median household income ($52,880/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Leesburg slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Leesburg?

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 $1,631/mo in Leesburg. The local median household income is $52,880/yr, meaning the typical Leesburg household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Leesburg?

Rent in Leesburg has increased 3.0% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Leesburg neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Leesburg are 34748 ($1,539/mo), and 34788 ($2,001/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Leesburg is $1,631/mo.

How does Leesburg rent compare to other cities in Florida?

Leesburg is one of the more affordable cities in Florida for rent, ranking #270 out of 288 tracked cities at $1,631/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Leesburg?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Leesburg ($1,631/mo): Fruitland Park ($1,426/mo), Lady Lake ($1,520/mo).

What percentage of Leesburg residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 37.4% of Leesburg households are renters, while 62.6% are owner-occupied. Leesburg leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Leesburg rent compare to the national average?

Leesburg's median rent of $1,631/mo is $334 (17%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #270 out of 288 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

37%

MODERATE

At $1,631/mo, rent takes ~37% of Leesburg's median household income ($52,880/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Leesburg 37%Benchmark 30%

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