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Mascotte

Pop. 7,949·132nd most expensive in Florida·Rental market data updated monthly for Mascotte, FL
Median rent (all units)
$2,183/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
+2.1%
vs US Median
+$218
Rising (Monthly)
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Mascotte · $2,183
More expensive than 68% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
31% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,183/mo, rent takes about 31% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$87,000/yr
Local median income
$83,878/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Mascotte's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,410
1 BR
$1,480
2 BR
$1,680
3 BR
$2,130
4 BR+
$2,570
Research median
$1,680/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
$26,196/yr
At $2,183/mo median
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Rents are climbing (0.0% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +2.1% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Mascotte, FL is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, 18.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
7,949
Median income
$83,878
Median age
29.8
Renters
22.6%
Age distribution
33.6%
28.2%
26.5%
Under 1833.6%
18–3428.2%
35–5426.5%
55–647%
65+4.7%
Gender
50.4%
49.6%
Male50.4%
Female49.6%
Race & ethnicity
36.1%
23.5%
37.8%
White36.1%
Black23.5%
Hispanic37.8%
Asian1.5%
Other1.1%
Education (25+)
21.7%
29.7%
30.3%
18.3%
No HS diploma21.7%
HS diploma29.7%
Some college30.3%
Bachelor's+18.3%
Housing tenure
77.4%
22.6%
Owner77.4%
Renter22.6%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Mascotte, FL has changed in 5 years

Income
$59,630 → $83,878
up 40.7%
Population
6,632 → 7,949
up 19.9%
Renter share
20.1% → 22.6%
+2.5 pts
Bachelor's+
12.3% → 18.3%
+6.0 pts
Median age
31 → 29.8
-1.2 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $59,630 in 2021 to $83,878 more recently. The population has grown by 19.9% since 2021, moving from about 6,632 residents to roughly 7,949. Renters now make up 22.6% of households, compared with 20.1% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 18.3% of adults here, versus 12.3% in 2021.

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Mascotte rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Mascotte, FL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Mascotte is $2,183/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,410/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,680/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,480/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,130/mo.

At 31% of local median household income ($83,878/yr), Mascotte ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Mascotte an affordable city for renters?

Mascotte is considered moderate for renters. At $2,183/mo, rent takes approximately 31% of the local median household income ($83,878/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Mascotte slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Mascotte?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $87,000/year (~$42/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,183/mo in Mascotte. The local median household income is $83,878/yr, meaning the typical Mascotte household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Mascotte?

Rent in Mascotte has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of July 2026.

How does Mascotte rent compare to other cities in Florida?

Mascotte is middle-of-the-pack for Florida for rent, ranking #132 out of 288 tracked cities at $2,183/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Mascotte?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Mascotte ($2,183/mo): Leesburg ($1,631/mo), Tavares ($2,068/mo), Clermont ($2,114/mo).

What percentage of Mascotte residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 22.6% of Mascotte households are renters, while 77.4% are owner-occupied. Mascotte leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Mascotte rent compare to the national average?

Mascotte's median rent of $2,183/mo is $218 (11%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #132 out of 288 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
31%
MODERATE

At $2,183/mo, rent takes ~31% of Mascotte's median household income ($83,878/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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