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Oldsmar

Pop. 14,904·224th most expensive in Florida·Oldsmar rents have dropped 6.4%, currently a renter's market
Median rent (all units)
$1,882/mo
Year-over-Year
-6.4%
Month-over-Month
-5.4%
vs US Median
-$80
Falling (Monthly)
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Oldsmar · $1,882
More expensive than 51% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Rent Reality Score
74/100
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Rents are 12% below what Oldsmar's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$1,882/mo
Expected by trend
$2,141/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,550
1 BR
$1,670
2 BR
$1,960
3 BR
$2,510
4 BR+
$3,050
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$1,960/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $1,882 market median above, and that is expected: FMR is the 40th percentile of standard-quality units and counts gross rent, so it includes essential utilities such as electricity, water, gas, sewer, and trash. The market median is asking rent, which usually excludes utilities. HUD sets FMR once a year; market rent here updates monthly.

Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents. Read the methodology →

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$22,584/yr
At $1,882/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 6.4% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (-6.4% YoY, -5.4% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Oldsmar, FL is majority owner-occupied, 37.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
14,904
Median income
$88,333
Median age
40.8
Renters
23.1%
Age distribution
19.7%
21.4%
24.5%
16.8%
17.6%
Under 1819.7%
18–3421.4%
35–5424.5%
55–6416.8%
65+17.6%
Gender
45.7%
54.3%
Male45.7%
Female54.3%
Race & ethnicity
73.2%
16.9%
White73.2%
Black6.8%
Hispanic16.9%
Asian4.3%
Education (25+)
24.6%
33.1%
37.4%
No HS diploma5%
HS diploma24.6%
Some college33.1%
Bachelor's+37.4%
Housing tenure
76.9%
23.1%
Owner76.9%
Renter23.1%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Oldsmar, FL has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,801 → $1,882
up 4.5%
Income
$67,389 → $88,333
up 31.1%
Population
14,800 → 14,904
up 0.7%
Renter share
27.4% → 23.1%
-4.3 pts
Bachelor's+
34.6% → 37.4%
+2.8 pts
Median age
37.9 → 40.8
+2.9 yrs

Since 2022, the typical rent in Oldsmar, FL has climbed from $1,801 to $1,882, a 4.5% change over five years. Household income in the area moved from $67,389 to $88,333 across the same window, up 31.1% versus 2021. On paper, paychecks moved up faster than rent, which softens the affordability squeeze versus the 2021 baseline. Renters now make up 23.1% of households, compared with 27.4% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 37.4% of adults here, versus 34.6% in 2021. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Oldsmar, FL look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Oldsmar is $1,882/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,550/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,960/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,670/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,510/mo.

At 26% of local median household income ($88,333/yr), Oldsmar ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 6.4% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Oldsmar an affordable city for renters?

Oldsmar is considered affordable for renters. At $1,882/mo, rent takes approximately 26% of the local median household income ($88,333/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Oldsmar falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Oldsmar?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $75,000/year (~$36/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,882/mo in Oldsmar. The local median household income is $88,333/yr, meaning the typical Oldsmar household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Oldsmar?

Rent in Oldsmar has decreased 6.4% over the past year as of August 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Oldsmar rent compare to other cities in Florida?

Oldsmar is one of the more affordable cities in Florida for rent, ranking #224 out of 291 tracked cities at $1,882/mo.

What percentage of Oldsmar residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 23.1% of Oldsmar households are renters, while 76.9% are owner-occupied. Oldsmar leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Oldsmar rent compare to the national average?

Oldsmar's median rent of $1,882/mo is $80 (4%) below the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #224 out of 291 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
26%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,882/mo, rent takes ~26% of Oldsmar's median household income ($88,333/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Oldsmar 26%Benchmark 30%
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