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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Tequesta, FL is $3,698. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Tequesta cheaper than other Florida cities?

Tequesta is one of the pricier cities in Florida, ranking #15 out of 288 cities tracked at $3,698/mo.

When was Tequesta rent data last updated?

Tequesta 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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Tequesta

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Pop. 6,193·15th most expensive in Florida·One of the pricier rental markets in the US

Median rent (all units)

$3,698/mo

Year-over-Year

Stable

Month-over-Month

+3.5%

vs US Median

+$1,733

Rising (Monthly)

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Tequesta · $3,698

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

Rent Reality Score

27/100

Overpriced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 12% above what Tequesta's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent

$3,698/mo

Expected by trend

$3,310/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,800

1 BR

$1,960

2 BR

$2,340

3 BR

$3,130

4 BR+

$3,630

Research median

$2,340/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

$44,376/yr

At $3,698/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 0.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +3.5% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Tequesta, FL is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 51.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

6,193

Median income

$98,271

Median age

Renters

19.8%

Age distribution

16.3%

18.9%

18.6%

15.2%

31.1%

Under 1816.3%

18–3418.9%

35–5418.6%

55–6415.2%

65+31.1%

Gender

45.7%

54.3%

Male45.7%

Female54.3%

Race & ethnicity

82.6%

White82.6%

Black3%

Hispanic8.2%

Asian1.6%

Other4.7%

Education (25+)

19.6%

24.7%

51.7%

No HS diploma4%

HS diploma19.6%

Some college24.7%

Bachelor's+51.7%

Housing tenure

80.2%

19.8%

Owner80.2%

Renter19.8%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Tequesta, FL has changed in 5 years

Rent

$2,629 → $3,698

up 40.7%

Income

$89,018 → $98,271

up 10.4%

Population

6,097 → 6,193

up 1.6%

Renter share

16.2% → 19.8%

+3.6 pts

Bachelor's+

49.6% → 51.7%

+2.1 pts

Median age

54.7 → 52

-2.7 yrs

Five years ago, renters in Tequesta, FL paid around $2,629 a month. That figure now sits near $3,698, up 40.7% from the 2022 baseline. Census figures show median household income at $98,271 today, compared with $89,018 five years earlier. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show Tequesta, FL adding about 96 residents over the five-year window, up 1.6% on net. The renter share has risen from 16.2% to 19.8%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 49.6% to 51.7% across the same window. The combined trend lines point to a market that has changed measurably from where it stood in early 2022.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Tequesta on your salary?

At $3,698/mo, how Tequesta rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $87,866/yr · Rent = 50.5% income

severely rent-burdened

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $62,384/yr · Rent = 71.1% income

severely rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $71,861/yr · Rent = 61.8% income

severely rent-burdened

Software Developer

Avg $128,442/yr · Rent = 34.5% income

stretched

Lawyer

Avg $164,117/yr · Rent = 27% income

affordable

Firefighter

Avg $58,413/yr · Rent = 76% income

severely rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $52,740/yr · Rent = 84.1% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $65,007/yr · Rent = 68.3% income

severely rent-burdened

By apartment size

Tequesta rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Tequesta

About renting in Tequesta, FL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Tequesta is $3,698/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,800/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,340/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,960/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,130/mo.

At 45% of local median household income ($98,271/yr), Tequesta ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Tequesta an affordable city for renters?

Tequesta is considered stretched for renters. At $3,698/mo, rent takes approximately 45% of the local median household income ($98,271/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Tequesta significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Tequesta?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $148,000/year (~$71/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $3,698/mo in Tequesta. The local median household income is $98,271/yr, meaning the typical Tequesta household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Tequesta?

Rent in Tequesta has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of July 2026.

How does Tequesta rent compare to other cities in Florida?

Tequesta is one of the pricier cities in Florida for rent, ranking #15 out of 288 tracked cities at $3,698/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Tequesta?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Tequesta ($3,698/mo): Lake Park ($2,083/mo), Hobe Sound ($2,450/mo), Palm Beach Gardens ($2,725/mo).

What percentage of Tequesta residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 19.8% of Tequesta households are renters, while 80.2% are owner-occupied. Tequesta leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Tequesta rent compare to the national average?

Tequesta's median rent of $3,698/mo is $1,733 (88%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #15 out of 288 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

45%

STRETCHED

At $3,698/mo, rent takes ~45% of Tequesta's median household income ($98,271/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Tequesta 45%Benchmark 30%

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