How much does it cost to rent in Mount Dora, FL?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Mount Dora, FL is $1,911. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Mount Dora cheaper than other Florida cities?

Mount Dora is among the more affordable cities in Florida, ranking #213 out of 288 cities at $1,911/mo.

When was Mount Dora rent data last updated?

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

Is Mount Dora a renter's market or a landlord's market?

Based on RentDataNow's Rent Market Meter, Mount Dora is currently a renter's market. Rents are softening (down 2.0% 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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Mount Dora

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Pop. 17,278·213th most expensive in Florida·Rental market data updated monthly for Mount Dora, FL

Median rent (all units)

$1,911/mo

Year-over-Year

-2.0%

Month-over-Month

-0.6%

vs US Median

-$54

Falling (Monthly)

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Mount Dora · $1,911

More expensive than 53% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

69/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 9% below what Mount Dora's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,911/mo

Expected by trend

$2,108/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,420

1 BR

$1,500

2 BR

$1,700

3 BR

$2,160

4 BR+

$2,570

Research median

$1,700/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

$22,932/yr

At $1,911/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are softening (down 2.0% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.

Based on rent-price momentum (-2.0% YoY, -0.6% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Mount Dora, FL is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, 38.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

17,278

Median income

$74,537

Median age

48.8

Renters

38.3%

Age distribution

16.6%

18.2%

20.5%

33.5%

Under 1816.6%

18–3418.2%

35–5420.5%

55–6411.1%

65+33.5%

Gender

48.4%

51.6%

Male48.4%

Female51.6%

Race & ethnicity

65.5%

13.2%

23.7%

White65.5%

Black13.2%

Hispanic23.7%

Education (25+)

26.2%

29.1%

38.6%

No HS diploma6.2%

HS diploma26.2%

Some college29.1%

Bachelor's+38.6%

Housing tenure

61.7%

38.3%

Owner61.7%

Renter38.3%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Mount Dora, FL has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,651 → $1,911

up 15.7%

Income

$60,500 → $74,537

up 23.2%

Population

15,830 → 17,278

up 9.1%

Renter share

38.9% → 38.3%

-0.6 pts

Bachelor's+

34.2% → 38.6%

+4.4 pts

Median age

49.3 → 48.8

-0.5 yrs

Across the past five years, the going rent in Mount Dora, FL has shifted from $1,651 to $1,911, up 15.7% since 2022. Median household income climbed from $60,500 to $74,537 between 2021 and 2024, a 23.2% 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 Mount Dora, FL adding about 1,448 residents over the five-year window, up 9.1% on net. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 34.2% to 38.6% across the same window. Taken together, the five-year picture in Mount Dora, 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 Mount Dora on your salary?

At $1,911/mo, how Mount Dora rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $87,866/yr · Rent = 26.1% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $62,384/yr · Rent = 36.8% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $71,861/yr · Rent = 31.9% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $128,442/yr · Rent = 17.9% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $164,117/yr · Rent = 14% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $58,413/yr · Rent = 39.3% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $52,740/yr · Rent = 43.5% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $65,007/yr · Rent = 35.3% income

stretched

By apartment size

Mount Dora rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Mount Dora

About renting in Mount Dora, FL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Mount Dora is $1,911/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,420/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,700/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,500/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,160/mo.

At 31% of local median household income ($74,537/yr), Mount Dora ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 2.0% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Mount Dora an affordable city for renters?

Mount Dora is considered moderate for renters. At $1,911/mo, rent takes approximately 31% of the local median household income ($74,537/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Mount Dora slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Mount Dora?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $76,000/year (~$37/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,911/mo in Mount Dora. The local median household income is $74,537/yr, meaning the typical Mount Dora household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Mount Dora?

Rent in Mount Dora has decreased 2.0% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Mount Dora rent compare to other cities in Florida?

Mount Dora is one of the more affordable cities in Florida for rent, ranking #213 out of 288 tracked cities at $1,911/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Mount Dora?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Mount Dora ($1,911/mo): Leesburg ($1,631/mo), Eustis ($1,754/mo).

What percentage of Mount Dora residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 38.3% of Mount Dora households are renters, while 61.7% are owner-occupied. Mount Dora leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Mount Dora rent compare to the national average?

Mount Dora's median rent of $1,911/mo is $54 (3%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #213 out of 288 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

31%

MODERATE

At $1,911/mo, rent takes ~31% of Mount Dora's median household income ($74,537/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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