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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Minneola, FL is $2,528. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Minneola cheaper than other Florida cities?

Minneola is one of the pricier cities in Florida, ranking #66 out of 288 cities tracked at $2,528/mo.

When was Minneola rent data last updated?

Minneola 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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Minneola

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Pop. 16,598·66th most expensive in Florida·Minneola rents are up 6.2% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$2,528/mo

Year-over-Year

+6.2%

Month-over-Month

+0.2%

vs US Median

+$563

Stable (Monthly)

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Minneola · $2,528

More expensive than 80% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

47/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are right about where Minneola's 10-year trend predicts.

Actual rent

$2,528/mo

Expected by trend

$2,487/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,980

1 BR

$2,090

2 BR

$2,370

3 BR

$3,010

4 BR+

$3,580

Research median

$2,370/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

$30,336/yr

At $2,528/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 6.2% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+6.2% YoY, +0.2% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Minneola, FL is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 35.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

16,598

Median income

$110,902

Median age

36.4

Renters

18.1%

Age distribution

26.7%

20.9%

32.4%

Under 1826.7%

18–3420.9%

35–5432.4%

55–649.8%

65+10.2%

Gender

47.1%

52.9%

Male47.1%

Female52.9%

Race & ethnicity

56.2%

31.1%

White56.2%

Black9.5%

Hispanic31.1%

Asian2.1%

Other1.2%

Education (25+)

24.3%

30.5%

35.1%

No HS diploma10.1%

HS diploma24.3%

Some college30.5%

Bachelor's+35.1%

Housing tenure

81.9%

18.1%

Owner81.9%

Renter18.1%

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

2023 vs 2026

How Minneola, FL has changed in 5 years

Rent

$2,184 → $2,528

up 15.8%

Income

$85,536 → $110,902

up 29.7%

Population

13,709 → 16,598

up 21.1%

Renter share

32.3% → 18.1%

-14.2 pts

Bachelor's+

26.5% → 35.1%

+8.6 pts

Median age

36.9 → 36.4

-0.5 yrs

The median rent in Minneola, FL stood at $2,184 in 2023 and currently runs about $2,528, reflecting a 15.8% increase over the period. Median household income rose from $85,536 to $110,902 between 2021 and 2024, a 29.7% shift. On paper, paychecks moved up faster than rent, which softens the affordability squeeze versus the 2021 baseline. The population has grown by 21.1% since 2021, moving from about 13,709 residents to roughly 16,598. Renters now make up 18.1% of households, compared with 32.3% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 35.1% of adults here, versus 26.5% in 2021. Taken together, the five-year picture in Minneola, 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 Minneola on your salary?

At $2,528/mo, how Minneola rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $87,866/yr · Rent = 34.5% income

stretched

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $62,384/yr · Rent = 48.6% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $71,861/yr · Rent = 42.2% income

rent-burdened

Software Developer

Avg $128,442/yr · Rent = 23.6% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $164,117/yr · Rent = 18.5% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $58,413/yr · Rent = 51.9% income

severely rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $52,740/yr · Rent = 57.5% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $65,007/yr · Rent = 46.7% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

Minneola rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Minneola, FL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Minneola is $2,528/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,980/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,370/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,090/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,010/mo.

At 27% of local median household income ($110,902/yr), Minneola ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 6.2% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Minneola an affordable city for renters?

Minneola is considered affordable for renters. At $2,528/mo, rent takes approximately 27% of the local median household income ($110,902/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Minneola falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Minneola?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $101,000/year (~$49/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,528/mo in Minneola. The local median household income is $110,902/yr, meaning the typical Minneola household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Minneola?

Rent in Minneola has increased 6.2% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Minneola rent compare to other cities in Florida?

Minneola is one of the pricier cities in Florida for rent, ranking #66 out of 288 tracked cities at $2,528/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Minneola?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Minneola ($2,528/mo): Mount Dora ($1,911/mo), Tavares ($2,068/mo), Clermont ($2,114/mo).

What percentage of Minneola residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 18.1% of Minneola households are renters, while 81.9% are owner-occupied. Minneola leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Minneola rent compare to the national average?

Minneola's median rent of $2,528/mo is $563 (29%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #66 out of 288 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

27%

AFFORDABLE

At $2,528/mo, rent takes ~27% of Minneola's median household income ($110,902/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Minneola 27%Benchmark 30%

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