How much does it cost to rent in Sunny Isles Beach, FL?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Sunny Isles Beach, FL is $3,954. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Sunny Isles Beach cheaper than other Florida cities?

Sunny Isles Beach is one of the pricier cities in Florida, ranking #12 out of 288 cities tracked at $3,954/mo.

When was Sunny Isles Beach rent data last updated?

Sunny Isles Beach 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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Sunny Isles Beach

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Pop. 22,437·12th most expensive in Florida·Sunny Isles Beach rents are up 23.2% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$3,954/mo

Year-over-Year

+23.2%

Month-over-Month

+9.4%

vs US Median

+$1,989

Rising (Monthly)

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Sunny Isles Beach · $3,954

More expensive than 97% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

32/100

Overpriced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 9% above what Sunny Isles Beach's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent

$3,954/mo

Expected by trend

$3,631/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,655

1 BR

$1,827

2 BR

$2,508

3 BR

$3,501

Research median

$2,508/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

$47,448/yr

At $3,954/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 23.2% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+23.2% YoY, +9.4% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Sunny Isles Beach, FL is roughly split between renters and owners, has a large retiree population, has a median income below the national average, 53.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

22,437

Median income

$61,921

Median age

47.5

Renters

45.8%

Age distribution

18%

14.3%

26.4%

14.2%

27%

Under 1818%

18–3414.3%

35–5426.4%

55–6414.2%

65+27%

Gender

46.4%

53.6%

Male46.4%

Female53.6%

Race & ethnicity

58.6%

43.1%

White58.6%

Black0.9%

Hispanic43.1%

Asian2.1%

Education (25+)

16.9%

24.2%

53.2%

No HS diploma5.7%

HS diploma16.9%

Some college24.2%

Bachelor's+53.2%

Housing tenure

54.2%

45.8%

Owner54.2%

Renter45.8%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Sunny Isles Beach, FL has changed in 5 years

Rent

$2,184 → $3,954

up 81.0%

Income

$51,760 → $61,921

up 19.6%

Population

22,234 → 22,437

up 0.9%

Renter share

48% → 45.8%

-2.2 pts

Bachelor's+

46.7% → 53.2%

+6.5 pts

Median age

49.6 → 47.5

-2.1 yrs

Since 2021, the typical rent in Sunny Isles Beach, FL has climbed from $2,184 to $3,954, a 81.0% change over five years. Household income in the area moved from $51,760 to $61,921 across the same window, up 19.6% versus 2021. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. Renters now make up 45.8% of households, compared with 48% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 53.2% of adults here, versus 46.7% in 2021. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Sunny Isles Beach, FL look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Sunny Isles Beach on your salary?

At $3,954/mo, how Sunny Isles Beach rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $87,866/yr · Rent = 54% income

severely rent-burdened

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $62,384/yr · Rent = 76.1% income

severely rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $71,861/yr · Rent = 66% income

severely rent-burdened

Software Developer

Avg $128,442/yr · Rent = 36.9% income

stretched

Lawyer

Avg $164,117/yr · Rent = 28.9% income

affordable

Firefighter

Avg $58,413/yr · Rent = 81.2% income

severely rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $52,740/yr · Rent = 90% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $65,007/yr · Rent = 73% income

severely rent-burdened

By apartment size

Sunny Isles Beach rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Sunny Isles Beach. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

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About renting in Sunny Isles Beach, FL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Sunny Isles Beach is $3,954/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,655/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,508/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,827/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,501/mo.

At 77% of local median household income ($61,921/yr), Sunny Isles Beach ranks as expensive compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 23.2% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Sunny Isles Beach an affordable city for renters?

Sunny Isles Beach is considered expensive for renters. At $3,954/mo, rent takes approximately 77% of the local median household income ($61,921/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Sunny Isles Beach significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Sunny Isles Beach?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $158,000/year (~$76/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $3,954/mo in Sunny Isles Beach. The local median household income is $61,921/yr, meaning the typical Sunny Isles Beach household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Sunny Isles Beach?

Rent in Sunny Isles Beach has increased 23.2% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Sunny Isles Beach rent compare to other cities in Florida?

Sunny Isles Beach is one of the pricier cities in Florida for rent, ranking #12 out of 288 tracked cities at $3,954/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Sunny Isles Beach?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Sunny Isles Beach ($3,954/mo): Hallandale ($2,408/mo), Ojus ($2,512/mo), North Miami Beach ($2,567/mo).

What percentage of Sunny Isles Beach residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 45.8% of Sunny Isles Beach households are renters, while 54.2% are owner-occupied. Sunny Isles Beach leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Sunny Isles Beach rent compare to the national average?

Sunny Isles Beach's median rent of $3,954/mo is $1,989 (101%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #12 out of 288 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

77%

EXPENSIVE

At $3,954/mo, rent takes ~77% of Sunny Isles Beach's median household income ($61,921/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Sunny Isles Beach 77%Benchmark 30%

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