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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Venice, FL is $2,239. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Venice cheaper than other Florida cities?

Venice falls in the middle range for Florida, ranking #124 out of 288 cities at $2,239/mo.

When was Venice rent data last updated?

Venice rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

Is Venice a renter's market or a landlord's market?

Based on RentDataNow's Rent Market Meter, Venice is currently a renter's market. Rents are softening (up only 0.1% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage. The meter is derived from rent-price momentum (year-over-year and month-over-month change), not inventory levels.

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Pop. 27,479·124th most expensive in Florida·Rental market data updated monthly for Venice, FL

Median rent (all units)

$2,239/mo

Year-over-Year

Stable

Month-over-Month

-1.2%

vs US Median

+$274

Falling (Monthly)

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Venice · $2,239

More expensive than 71% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

82/100

Great value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 16% below what Venice's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$2,239/mo

Expected by trend

$2,670/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,327

1 BR

$1,657

2 BR

$1,933

3 BR

$2,540

4 BR+

$3,040

Research median

$1,933/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

$26,868/yr

At $2,239/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are softening (up only 0.1% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.

Based on rent-price momentum (+0.1% YoY, -1.2% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Venice, FL is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, 46.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

27,479

Median income

$76,755

Median age

69.2

Renters

19.6%

Age distribution

16.2%

61.4%

Under 185.3%

18–346.2%

35–5410.9%

55–6416.2%

65+61.4%

Gender

44.9%

55.1%

Male44.9%

Female55.1%

Race & ethnicity

88.5%

White88.5%

Black1.2%

Hispanic6%

Asian2.1%

Other2.2%

Education (25+)

22.4%

27.4%

46.3%

No HS diploma3.8%

HS diploma22.4%

Some college27.4%

Bachelor's+46.3%

Housing tenure

80.4%

19.6%

Owner80.4%

Renter19.6%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Venice, FL has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,700 → $2,239

up 31.7%

Income

$65,478 → $76,755

up 17.2%

Population

24,876 → 27,479

up 10.5%

Renter share

20.4% → 19.6%

-0.8 pts

Bachelor's+

43% → 46.3%

+3.3 pts

Median age

68.6 → 69.2

+0.6 yrs

Since 2021, the typical rent in Venice, FL has increased from $1,700 to $2,239, a 31.7% change over five years. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $65,478 in 2021 to $76,755 more recently. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has grown by 10.5% since 2021, moving from about 24,876 residents to roughly 27,479. College-educated residents now make up 46.3% of adults here, versus 43% in 2021. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Venice, FL market of 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Venice on your salary?

At $2,239/mo, how Venice rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $87,866/yr · Rent = 30.6% income

stretched

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $62,384/yr · Rent = 43.1% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $71,861/yr · Rent = 37.4% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $128,442/yr · Rent = 20.9% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $164,117/yr · Rent = 16.4% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $58,413/yr · Rent = 46% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $52,740/yr · Rent = 50.9% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $65,007/yr · Rent = 41.3% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

Venice rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Venice

About renting in Venice, FL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Venice is $2,239/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,327/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,933/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,657/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,540/mo.

At 35% of local median household income ($76,755/yr), Venice ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 0.1% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Venice an affordable city for renters?

Venice is considered moderate for renters. At $2,239/mo, rent takes approximately 35% of the local median household income ($76,755/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Venice slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Venice?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $90,000/year (~$43/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,239/mo in Venice. The local median household income is $76,755/yr, meaning the typical Venice household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Venice?

Rent in Venice has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.1% change year over year as of July 2026.

Which Venice neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Venice are 34292 ($1,950/mo), 34285 ($2,070/mo), and 34293 ($2,595/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Venice is $2,239/mo.

How does Venice rent compare to other cities in Florida?

Venice is middle-of-the-pack for Florida for rent, ranking #124 out of 288 tracked cities at $2,239/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Venice?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Venice ($2,239/mo): Englewood ($1,867/mo), North Port ($1,903/mo), Rotonda West ($2,054/mo).

What percentage of Venice residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 19.6% of Venice households are renters, while 80.4% are owner-occupied. Venice leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Venice rent compare to the national average?

Venice's median rent of $2,239/mo is $274 (14%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #124 out of 288 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

35%

MODERATE

At $2,239/mo, rent takes ~35% of Venice's median household income ($76,755/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Venice 35%Benchmark 30%

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