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Saint Pete Beach

·54th most expensive in Florida·One of the pricier rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$2,635/mo
Year-over-Year
-3.6%
Month-over-Month
-5.0%
vs US Median
+$673
Falling (Monthly)
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Saint Pete Beach · $2,635
More expensive than 83% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
44% of income
STRETCHED
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,635/mo, rent takes about 44% of the US median household income, well above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$105,000/yr
US median income
$72,000/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Saint Pete Beach's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,640
1 BR
$1,760
2 BR
$2,070
3 BR
$2,650
4 BR+
$3,230
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$2,070/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $2,635 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 →

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$31,620/yr
At $2,635/mo median
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Strong Renter's Market
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Rents are down 3.6% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (-3.6% YoY, -5.0% MoM), not inventory.
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Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Saint Pete Beach is $2,635/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,640/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,070/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,760/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,650/mo.

At 44% of estimated US median household income ($72,000/yr), Saint Pete Beach ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 3.6% over the past year.

FAQ

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Is Saint Pete Beach an affordable city for renters?

Saint Pete Beach is considered stretched for renters. At $2,635/mo, rent takes approximately 44% of the US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Saint Pete Beach significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Saint Pete Beach?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $105,000/year (~$50/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,635/mo in Saint Pete Beach.

Is rent going up or down in Saint Pete Beach?

Rent in Saint Pete Beach has decreased 3.6% over the past year as of August 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Saint Pete Beach rent compare to other cities in Florida?

Saint Pete Beach is one of the pricier cities in Florida for rent, ranking #54 out of 291 tracked cities at $2,635/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Saint Pete Beach?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Saint Pete Beach ($2,635/mo): Saint Petersburg ($2,067/mo), Gulfport ($2,091/mo), Madeira Beach ($2,138/mo).

How does Saint Pete Beach rent compare to the national average?

Saint Pete Beach's median rent of $2,635/mo is $673 (34%) above the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #54 out of 291 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
44%
STRETCHED

At $2,635/mo, rent takes ~44% of US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Saint Pete Beach 44%Benchmark 30%
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