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West Park

Pop. 15,249·115th most expensive in Florida·West Park rents have dropped 10.9%, currently a renter's market
Median rent (all units)
$2,284/mo
Year-over-Year
-10.9%
Month-over-Month
-10.2%
vs US Median
+$319
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West Park · $2,284
More expensive than 72% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
90/100
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Rents are 20% below what West Park's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$2,284/mo
Expected by trend
$2,848/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

1 BR
$994
2 BR
$1,268
3 BR
$2,220
4 BR+
$3,019
Research median
$1,268/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
$27,408/yr
At $2,284/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 10.9% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (-10.9% YoY, -10.2% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

West Park, FL is majority owner-occupied, has a median income below the national average, 14% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
15,249
Median income
$65,952
Median age
37.6
Renters
36.2%
Age distribution
21.5%
25.9%
24.6%
13.6%
14.3%
Under 1821.5%
18–3425.9%
35–5424.6%
55–6413.6%
65+14.3%
Gender
49.5%
50.5%
Male49.5%
Female50.5%
Race & ethnicity
17.4%
50%
43.5%
White17.4%
Black50%
Hispanic43.5%
Education (25+)
18.4%
34.2%
33.5%
14%
No HS diploma18.4%
HS diploma34.2%
Some college33.5%
Bachelor's+14%
Housing tenure
63.8%
36.2%
Owner63.8%
Renter36.2%

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

2023 vs 2026

How West Park, FL has changed in 5 years

Rent
$2,364 → $2,284
down 3.4%
Income
$52,102 → $65,952
up 26.6%
Population
15,074 → 15,249
up 1.2%
Renter share
41.3% → 36.2%
-5.1 pts
Bachelor's+
12.2% → 14%
+1.8 pts
Median age
34.7 → 37.6
+2.9 yrs

Across the past five years, the going rent in West Park, FL has shifted from $2,364 to $2,284, down 3.4% since 2023. Median household income climbed from $52,102 to $65,952 between 2021 and 2024, a 26.6% shift. With wages climbing faster than rent over the same window, renters here have a bit more breathing room than they did five years back. Census counts show West Park, FL adding about 175 residents over the five-year window, up 1.2% on net. The renter share has eased from 41.3% to 36.2%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Taken together, the five-year picture in West Park, FL reflects how housing costs and the people paying them have evolved through a stretch that included a pandemic, a hot rental market, and a recent cooling phase.

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About renting in West Park, FL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in West Park is $2,284/mo as of July 2026. a 2-bedroom runs $1,268/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $994/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,220/mo.

At 42% of local median household income ($65,952/yr), West Park ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 10.9% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is West Park an affordable city for renters?

West Park is considered stretched for renters. At $2,284/mo, rent takes approximately 42% of the local median household income ($65,952/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. West Park significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in West Park?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $91,000/year (~$44/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,284/mo in West Park. The local median household income is $65,952/yr, meaning the typical West Park household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in West Park?

Rent in West Park has decreased 10.9% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does West Park rent compare to other cities in Florida?

West Park is middle-of-the-pack for Florida for rent, ranking #115 out of 288 tracked cities at $2,284/mo.

What percentage of West Park residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 36.2% of West Park households are renters, while 63.8% are owner-occupied. West Park leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does West Park rent compare to the national average?

West Park's median rent of $2,284/mo is $319 (16%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #115 out of 288 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
42%
STRETCHED

At $2,284/mo, rent takes ~42% of West Park's median household income ($65,952/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

West Park 42%Benchmark 30%
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