How much does it cost to rent in Pembroke Pines, FL?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Pembroke Pines, FL is $2,550. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Pembroke Pines cheaper than other Florida cities?

Pembroke Pines is one of the pricier cities in Florida, ranking #62 out of 288 cities tracked at $2,550/mo.

When was Pembroke Pines rent data last updated?

Pembroke Pines 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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Pembroke Pines

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Pop. 173,194·62nd most expensive in Florida·One of the pricier rental markets in the US

Median rent (all units)

$2,550/mo

Year-over-Year

-0.8%

Month-over-Month

Stable

vs US Median

+$585

Stable (Monthly)

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Pembroke Pines · $2,550

More expensive than 81% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

75/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 12% below what Pembroke Pines's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$2,550/mo

Expected by trend

$2,912/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$2,220

1 BR

$2,423

2 BR

$3,000

3 BR

$4,143

4 BR+

$5,038

Research median

$3,000/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

$30,600/yr

At $2,550/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Balanced Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.

Based on rent-price momentum (-0.8% YoY, +0.0% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Pembroke Pines, FL is majority owner-occupied, 39.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

173,194

Median income

$85,104

Median age

44.3

Renters

30.4%

Age distribution

18.8%

18.6%

27.2%

15.4%

20%

Under 1818.8%

18–3418.6%

35–5427.2%

55–6415.4%

65+20%

Gender

47.4%

52.6%

Male47.4%

Female52.6%

Race & ethnicity

36.2%

20.7%

50%

White36.2%

Black20.7%

Hispanic50%

Asian4.9%

Education (25+)

28.4%

25.6%

39.7%

No HS diploma6.2%

HS diploma28.4%

Some college25.6%

Bachelor's+39.7%

Housing tenure

69.6%

30.4%

Owner69.6%

Renter30.4%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Pembroke Pines, FL has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,848 → $2,550

up 38.0%

Income

$73,024 → $85,104

up 16.5%

Population

170,346 → 173,194

up 1.7%

Renter share

30.3% → 30.4%

+0.1 pts

Bachelor's+

35.5% → 39.7%

+4.2 pts

Median age

42.3 → 44.3

+2.0 yrs

Compared with 2021, rent in Pembroke Pines, FL has climbed by $702 per month, settling near $2,550 after starting the period at $1,848. Census figures show median household income at $85,104 today, compared with $73,024 five years earlier. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 21.5 percentage points, which means renters are spending a larger slice of each paycheck on housing than they did in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 170,346 to 173,194 between 2021 and 2024, a 1.7% change. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 35.5% to 39.7%. The combined trend lines point to a market that has changed measurably from where it stood in early 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Pembroke Pines on your salary?

At $2,550/mo, how Pembroke Pines rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $87,866/yr · Rent = 34.8% income

stretched

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $62,384/yr · Rent = 49.1% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $71,861/yr · Rent = 42.6% income

rent-burdened

Software Developer

Avg $128,442/yr · Rent = 23.8% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $164,117/yr · Rent = 18.6% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $58,413/yr · Rent = 52.4% income

severely rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $52,740/yr · Rent = 58% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $65,007/yr · Rent = 47.1% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

Pembroke Pines rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Pembroke Pines, FL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Pembroke Pines is $2,550/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,220/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $3,000/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,423/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $4,143/mo.

At 36% of local median household income ($85,104/yr), Pembroke Pines ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 0.8% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Pembroke Pines an affordable city for renters?

Pembroke Pines is considered moderate for renters. At $2,550/mo, rent takes approximately 36% of the local median household income ($85,104/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Pembroke Pines slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Pembroke Pines?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $102,000/year (~$49/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,550/mo in Pembroke Pines. The local median household income is $85,104/yr, meaning the typical Pembroke Pines household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Pembroke Pines?

Rent in Pembroke Pines has decreased 0.8% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Which Pembroke Pines neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Pembroke Pines are 33024 ($2,426/mo), 33026 ($3,153/mo), and 33028 ($3,580/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Pembroke Pines is $2,550/mo.

How does Pembroke Pines rent compare to other cities in Florida?

Pembroke Pines is one of the pricier cities in Florida for rent, ranking #62 out of 288 tracked cities at $2,550/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Pembroke Pines?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Pembroke Pines ($2,550/mo): Opa-locka ($2,328/mo), Davie ($2,450/mo), Miami Lakes ($2,490/mo).

What percentage of Pembroke Pines residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 30.4% of Pembroke Pines households are renters, while 69.6% are owner-occupied. Pembroke Pines leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Pembroke Pines rent compare to the national average?

Pembroke Pines's median rent of $2,550/mo is $585 (30%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #62 out of 288 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

36%

MODERATE

At $2,550/mo, rent takes ~36% of Pembroke Pines's median household income ($85,104/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Pembroke Pines 36%Benchmark 30%

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