How much does it cost to rent in Stuart, FL?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Stuart, FL is $2,229. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Stuart cheaper than other Florida cities?

Stuart falls in the middle range for Florida, ranking #125 out of 288 cities at $2,229/mo.

When was Stuart rent data last updated?

Stuart 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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Stuart

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Pop. 18,520·125th most expensive in Florida·Rental market data updated monthly for Stuart, FL

Median rent (all units)

$2,229/mo

Year-over-Year

+3.4%

Month-over-Month

+0.9%

vs US Median

+$264

Rising (Monthly)

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Stuart · $2,229

More expensive than 70% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

69/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

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

Actual rent

$2,229/mo

Expected by trend

$2,459/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,310

1 BR

$1,365

2 BR

$1,625

3 BR

$2,260

4 BR+

$2,460

Research median

$1,625/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

$26,748/yr

At $2,229/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are climbing (3.4% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.

Based on rent-price momentum (+3.4% YoY, +0.9% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Stuart, FL is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income below the national average, 35.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

18,520

Median income

$60,225

Median age

48.6

Renters

41.1%

Age distribution

17.4%

17.1%

22.5%

13.9%

29.1%

Under 1817.4%

18–3417.1%

35–5422.5%

55–6413.9%

65+29.1%

Gender

44.8%

55.2%

Male44.8%

Female55.2%

Race & ethnicity

67.5%

21.3%

White67.5%

Black12%

Hispanic21.3%

Asian1.1%

Education (25+)

24.7%

33.2%

35.1%

No HS diploma7%

HS diploma24.7%

Some college33.2%

Bachelor's+35.1%

Housing tenure

58.9%

41.1%

Owner58.9%

Renter41.1%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Stuart, FL has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,543 → $2,229

up 44.5%

Income

$55,157 → $60,225

up 9.2%

Population

17,269 → 18,520

up 7.2%

Renter share

43.1% → 41.1%

-2.0 pts

Bachelor's+

30.4% → 35.1%

+4.7 pts

Median age

51.4 → 48.6

-2.8 yrs

Across the past five years, the going rent in Stuart, FL has shifted from $1,543 to $2,229, up 44.5% since 2021. Census figures show median household income at $60,225 today, compared with $55,157 five years earlier. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show Stuart, FL adding about 1,251 residents over the five-year window, up 7.2% on net. The renter share has eased from 43.1% to 41.1%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 30.4% to 35.1% across the same window. 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 Stuart on your salary?

At $2,229/mo, how Stuart rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $87,866/yr · Rent = 30.4% income

stretched

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $62,384/yr · Rent = 42.9% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $71,861/yr · Rent = 37.2% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $128,442/yr · Rent = 20.8% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $164,117/yr · Rent = 16.3% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $58,413/yr · Rent = 45.8% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $52,740/yr · Rent = 50.7% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $65,007/yr · Rent = 41.1% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

Stuart rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Stuart, FL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Stuart is $2,229/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,310/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,625/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,365/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,260/mo.

At 44% of local median household income ($60,225/yr), Stuart ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 3.4% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Stuart an affordable city for renters?

Stuart is considered stretched for renters. At $2,229/mo, rent takes approximately 44% of the local median household income ($60,225/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Stuart significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Stuart?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $89,000/year (~$43/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,229/mo in Stuart. The local median household income is $60,225/yr, meaning the typical Stuart household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Stuart?

Rent in Stuart has increased 3.4% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Stuart neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Stuart are 34997 ($2,123/mo), and 34994 ($2,247/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Stuart is $2,229/mo.

How does Stuart rent compare to other cities in Florida?

Stuart is middle-of-the-pack for Florida for rent, ranking #125 out of 288 tracked cities at $2,229/mo.

What percentage of Stuart residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 41.1% of Stuart households are renters, while 58.9% are owner-occupied. Stuart leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Stuart rent compare to the national average?

Stuart's median rent of $2,229/mo is $264 (13%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #125 out of 288 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

44%

STRETCHED

At $2,229/mo, rent takes ~44% of Stuart's median household income ($60,225/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Stuart 44%Benchmark 30%

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