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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Longwood, FL is $2,051. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Longwood cheaper than other Florida cities?

Longwood falls in the middle range for Florida, ranking #173 out of 288 cities at $2,051/mo.

When was Longwood rent data last updated?

Longwood 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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Longwood

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Pop. 16,337·173rd most expensive in Florida·Longwood rents are up 11.7% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$2,051/mo

Year-over-Year

+11.7%

Month-over-Month

+0.1%

vs US Median

+$86

Stable (Monthly)

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Longwood · $2,051

More expensive than 62% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

59/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 4% below what Longwood's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$2,051/mo

Expected by trend

$2,144/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,795

1 BR

$1,890

2 BR

$2,145

3 BR

$2,725

4 BR+

$3,245

Research median

$2,145/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

$24,612/yr

At $2,051/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 11.7% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+11.7% YoY, +0.1% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Longwood, FL is majority owner-occupied, 35.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

16,337

Median income

$78,548

Median age

40.7

Renters

30.6%

Age distribution

20.5%

20.7%

27.6%

19.9%

Under 1820.5%

18–3420.7%

35–5427.6%

55–6411.3%

65+19.9%

Gender

47.3%

52.7%

Male47.3%

Female52.7%

Race & ethnicity

63.4%

29%

White63.4%

Black5.7%

Hispanic29%

Asian2.4%

Education (25+)

24.9%

32.2%

35.1%

No HS diploma7.8%

HS diploma24.9%

Some college32.2%

Bachelor's+35.1%

Housing tenure

69.4%

30.6%

Owner69.4%

Renter30.6%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Longwood, FL has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,459 → $2,051

up 40.6%

Income

$69,418 → $78,548

up 13.2%

Population

15,085 → 16,337

up 8.3%

Renter share

30.4% → 30.6%

+0.2 pts

Bachelor's+

29.1% → 35.1%

+6.0 pts

Median age

43.2 → 40.7

-2.5 yrs

Across the past five years, the going rent in Longwood, FL has shifted from $1,459 to $2,051, up 40.6% since 2021. Median household income climbed from $69,418 to $78,548 between 2021 and 2024, a 13.2% shift. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show Longwood, FL adding about 1,252 residents over the five-year window, up 8.3% on net. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 29.1% to 35.1% across the same window. Taken together, the five-year picture in Longwood, 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 Longwood on your salary?

At $2,051/mo, how Longwood rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $87,866/yr · Rent = 28% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $62,384/yr · Rent = 39.5% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $71,861/yr · Rent = 34.2% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $128,442/yr · Rent = 19.2% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $164,117/yr · Rent = 15% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $58,413/yr · Rent = 42.1% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $52,740/yr · Rent = 46.7% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $65,007/yr · Rent = 37.9% income

stretched

By apartment size

Longwood rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Longwood, FL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Longwood is $2,051/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,795/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,145/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,890/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,725/mo.

At 31% of local median household income ($78,548/yr), Longwood ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 11.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Longwood an affordable city for renters?

Longwood is considered moderate for renters. At $2,051/mo, rent takes approximately 31% of the local median household income ($78,548/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Longwood slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Longwood?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $82,000/year (~$39/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,051/mo in Longwood. The local median household income is $78,548/yr, meaning the typical Longwood household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Longwood?

Rent in Longwood has increased 11.7% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Longwood neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Longwood are 32750 ($2,009/mo), and 32779 ($2,103/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Longwood is $2,051/mo.

How does Longwood rent compare to other cities in Florida?

Longwood is middle-of-the-pack for Florida for rent, ranking #173 out of 288 tracked cities at $2,051/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Longwood?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Longwood ($2,051/mo): Altamonte Springs ($1,718/mo), Casselberry ($1,891/mo), Maitland ($1,994/mo).

What percentage of Longwood residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 30.6% of Longwood households are renters, while 69.4% are owner-occupied. Longwood leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Longwood rent compare to the national average?

Longwood's median rent of $2,051/mo is $86 (4%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #173 out of 288 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

31%

MODERATE

At $2,051/mo, rent takes ~31% of Longwood's median household income ($78,548/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Longwood 31%Benchmark 30%

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