Studio Apartment Rent in South Pasadena, FL
Median asking rent for a studio apartment in South Pasadena, Florida as of July 2026. That's +45% lower than the citywide median of $2,256 and +3% below the national studio median of $1,290.
Income needed for a studio in South Pasadena
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a studio at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in South Pasadena
Compare South Pasadena's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a studio in Florida
| # | City | Studio rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pinewood | $360 |
| 2 | Palatka | $780 |
| 3 | Lake City | $840 |
| 4 | Belleview | $860 |
| 5 | Hernando | $860 |
| 6 | Crystal River | $865 |
| 7 | Treasure Island | $872 |
| 8 | Sebring | $875 |
| 9 | Auburndale | $910 |
| 10 | Bartow | $910 |
| 11 | Ocklawaha | $910 |
| 12 | Lake Alfred | $920 |
| 13 | Lake Placid | $930 |
| 14 | Cape Canaveral | $940 |
| 15 | Freeport | $940 |
Most expensive cities for a studio in Florida
| # | City | Studio rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Key Biscayne | $2,560 |
| 2 | Weston | $2,547 |
| 3 | Doral | $2,450 |
| 4 | Aventura | $2,390 |
| 5 | Loxahatchee | $2,380 |
| 6 | Parkland | $2,365 |
| 7 | Windermere | $2,360 |
| 8 | Lithia | $2,350 |
| 9 | Coral Gables | $2,235 |
| 10 | West Miami | $2,220 |
| 11 | Pembroke Pines | $2,220 |
| 12 | Miami Beach | $2,203 |
| 13 | Royal Palm Beach | $2,178 |
| 14 | The Hammocks | $2,170 |
| 15 | Apollo Beach | $2,170 |
Nearby cities — studio rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 2 of these cities have cheaper studio rents than South Pasadena.
| City | Distance | Studio rent | vs South Pasadena |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gulfport, FL | 1.1 mi | $1,470 | +$220 (+18%) |
| Saint Pete Beach, FL | 1.4 mi | $1,640 | +$390 (+31%) |
| Treasure Island, FL | 2.4 mi | $872 | $-378 (-30%) |
| Saint Petersburg, FL | 4.6 mi | $1,714 | +$464 (+37%) |
| Pinellas Park, FL | 6.7 mi | $1,540 | +$290 (+23%) |
| Seminole, FL | 7.6 mi | $1,923 | +$673 (+54%) |
| Largo, FL | 10.3 mi | $1,504 | +$254 (+20%) |
| South Highpoint, FL | 10.6 mi | $1,590 | +$340 (+27%) |
| Clearwater, FL | 14.8 mi | $1,697 | +$447 (+36%) |
| Palmetto, FL | 17.4 mi | $1,190 | $-60 (-5%) |
| Safety Harbor, FL | 17.8 mi | $1,780 | +$530 (+42%) |
| Ruskin, FL | 19.7 mi | $1,300 | +$50 (+4%) |
Studio rent in South Pasadena — common questions
How much is a studio apartment in South Pasadena?
As of July 2026, the median studio apartment rent in South Pasadena, Florida is $1,250 per month. This is +45% below the citywide median of $2,256.
What income do you need to afford a studio in South Pasadena?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $50,000 ($4,167/month gross), which works out to roughly $24.04/hour at a full-time job.
Is South Pasadena expensive for a studio compared to the rest of the US?
South Pasadena's studio median of $1,250 is +3% below the national studio median of $1,290. It ranks in the 47th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does South Pasadena rank for studio rent in Florida?
Among the 261 cities in Florida with studio data, South Pasadena ranks #67 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper studio options near South Pasadena?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper studio rents include Treasure Island ($872), Palmetto ($1,190).