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Tavares

Pop. 20,463·167th most expensive in Florida·Rental market data updated monthly for Tavares, FL
Median rent (all units)
$2,068/mo
Year-over-Year
+1.8%
Month-over-Month
-0.8%
vs US Median
+$103
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Tavares · $2,068
More expensive than 62% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
64/100
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Rents are 7% below what Tavares's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$2,068/mo
Expected by trend
$2,221/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,410
1 BR
$1,480
2 BR
$1,680
3 BR
$2,130
4 BR+
$2,570
Research median
$1,680/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
$24,816/yr
At $2,068/mo median
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Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.
Based on rent-price momentum (+1.8% YoY, -0.8% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Tavares, FL is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income below the national average, 25.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
20,463
Median income
$58,886
Median age
53.1
Renters
23.2%
Age distribution
14.7%
18%
20%
35.9%
Under 1814.7%
18–3418%
35–5420%
55–6411.4%
65+35.9%
Gender
47.8%
52.2%
Male47.8%
Female52.2%
Race & ethnicity
71.8%
16.2%
White71.8%
Black8.6%
Hispanic16.2%
Asian2.4%
Other1%
Education (25+)
30%
33.7%
25.9%
No HS diploma10.4%
HS diploma30%
Some college33.7%
Bachelor's+25.9%
Housing tenure
76.8%
23.2%
Owner76.8%
Renter23.2%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Tavares, FL has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,857 → $2,068
up 11.4%
Income
$49,313 → $58,886
up 19.4%
Population
18,290 → 20,463
up 11.9%
Renter share
29% → 23.2%
-5.8 pts
Bachelor's+
25.2% → 25.9%
+0.7 pts
Median age
54.1 → 53.1
-1.0 yrs

Compared with 2022, rent in Tavares, FL has climbed by $211 per month, settling near $2,068 after starting the period at $1,857. On the earnings side, the typical household in Tavares, FL now reports about $58,886, up from $49,313 in 2021. Income growth outran rent by about 8.0 percentage points, easing the affordability math somewhat compared with 2021. Headcount in the area went from 18,290 to 20,463 between 2021 and 2024, a 11.9% change. About 23.2% of households rent today, against 29% in 2021. For context, the 2022 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Tavares, FL reflects that arc in its own way.

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About renting in Tavares, FL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Tavares is $2,068/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,410/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,680/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,480/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,130/mo.

At 42% of local median household income ($58,886/yr), Tavares ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 1.8% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Tavares an affordable city for renters?

Tavares is considered stretched for renters. At $2,068/mo, rent takes approximately 42% of the local median household income ($58,886/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Tavares significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Tavares?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $83,000/year (~$40/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,068/mo in Tavares. The local median household income is $58,886/yr, meaning the typical Tavares household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Tavares?

Rent in Tavares has increased 1.8% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Tavares rent compare to other cities in Florida?

Tavares is middle-of-the-pack for Florida for rent, ranking #167 out of 288 tracked cities at $2,068/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Tavares?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Tavares ($2,068/mo): Fruitland Park ($1,426/mo), Leesburg ($1,631/mo), Eustis ($1,754/mo).

What percentage of Tavares residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 23.2% of Tavares households are renters, while 76.8% are owner-occupied. Tavares leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Tavares rent compare to the national average?

Tavares's median rent of $2,068/mo is $103 (5%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #167 out of 288 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
42%
STRETCHED

At $2,068/mo, rent takes ~42% of Tavares's median household income ($58,886/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Tavares 42%Benchmark 30%
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