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Surfside

Pop. 5,631·9th most expensive in Florida·One of the pricier rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$4,568/mo
Year-over-Year
-1.5%
Month-over-Month
+17.3%
vs US Median
+$2,603
Rising (Monthly)
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Surfside · $4,568
More expensive than 99% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
41/100
Fairly priced
OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 5% above what Surfside's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent
$4,568/mo
Expected by trend
$4,372/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

1 BR
$1,498
2 BR
$1,782
3 BR
$3,501
Research median
$1,782/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
$54,816/yr
At $4,568/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 1.5% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (-1.5% YoY, +17.3% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Surfside, FL is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 57.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
5,631
Median income
$100,208
Median age
38.9
Renters
26%
Age distribution
31.8%
12.3%
27.4%
12.2%
16.2%
Under 1831.8%
18–3412.3%
35–5427.4%
55–6412.2%
65+16.2%
Gender
41.3%
58.7%
Male41.3%
Female58.7%
Race & ethnicity
71.9%
28.9%
White71.9%
Black4.3%
Hispanic28.9%
Asian1.4%
Education (25+)
22.3%
17.4%
57.7%
No HS diploma2.6%
HS diploma22.3%
Some college17.4%
Bachelor's+57.7%
Housing tenure
74%
26%
Owner74%
Renter26%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Surfside, FL has changed in 5 years

Rent
$3,468 → $4,568
up 31.7%
Income
$67,544 → $100,208
up 48.4%
Population
5,665 → 5,631
down 0.6%
Renter share
39.8% → 26%
-13.8 pts
Bachelor's+
56.7% → 57.7%
+1.0 pts
Median age
41.5 → 38.9
-2.6 yrs

The median rent in Surfside, FL stood at $3,468 in 2022 and currently runs about $4,568, reflecting a 31.7% increase over the period. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $67,544 in 2021 to $100,208 more recently. On paper, paychecks moved up faster than rent, which softens the affordability squeeze versus the 2021 baseline. Renters now make up 26% of households, compared with 39.8% five years ago. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Surfside, FL market of 2022.

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Surfside rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Surfside, FL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Surfside is $4,568/mo as of July 2026. a 2-bedroom runs $1,782/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,498/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,501/mo.

At 55% of local median household income ($100,208/yr), Surfside ranks as expensive compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 1.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Surfside an affordable city for renters?

Surfside is considered expensive for renters. At $4,568/mo, rent takes approximately 55% of the local median household income ($100,208/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Surfside significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Surfside?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $183,000/year (~$88/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $4,568/mo in Surfside. The local median household income is $100,208/yr, meaning the typical Surfside household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Surfside?

Rent in Surfside has decreased 1.5% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Surfside rent compare to other cities in Florida?

Surfside is one of the pricier cities in Florida for rent, ranking #9 out of 288 tracked cities at $4,568/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Surfside?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Surfside ($4,568/mo): North Miami ($2,330/mo), North Miami Beach ($2,567/mo), North Bay Village ($3,000/mo).

What percentage of Surfside residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 26% of Surfside households are renters, while 74% are owner-occupied. Surfside leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Surfside rent compare to the national average?

Surfside's median rent of $4,568/mo is $2,603 (132%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #9 out of 288 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
55%
EXPENSIVE

At $4,568/mo, rent takes ~55% of Surfside's median household income ($100,208/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Surfside 55%Benchmark 30%
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