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Westchase

Pop. 24,885·154th most expensive in Florida·Rental market data updated monthly for Westchase, FL
Median rent (all units)
$2,107/mo
Year-over-Year
+2.3%
Month-over-Month
-4.4%
vs US Median
+$142
Falling (Monthly)
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Westchase · $2,107
More expensive than 65% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
81/100
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Rents are 15% below what Westchase's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$2,107/mo
Expected by trend
$2,491/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,549
1 BR
$1,671
2 BR
$1,958
3 BR
$2,510
4 BR+
$3,048
Research median
$1,958/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
$25,284/yr
At $2,107/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 2.3% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+2.3% YoY, -4.4% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Westchase, FL is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 64.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
24,885
Median income
$124,434
Median age
40.3
Renters
36.1%
Age distribution
21.2%
20.7%
30.7%
12.3%
15.2%
Under 1821.2%
18–3420.7%
35–5430.7%
55–6412.3%
65+15.2%
Gender
50%
50%
Male50%
Female50%
Race & ethnicity
64.1%
21.4%
White64.1%
Black2.5%
Hispanic21.4%
Asian8.8%
Other3.1%
Education (25+)
21.8%
64.4%
No HS diploma4%
HS diploma9.8%
Some college21.8%
Bachelor's+64.4%
Housing tenure
63.9%
36.1%
Owner63.9%
Renter36.1%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Westchase, FL has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,637 → $2,107
up 28.7%
Income
$103,521 → $124,434
up 20.2%
Population
24,185 → 24,885
up 2.9%
Renter share
35.2% → 36.1%
+0.9 pts
Bachelor's+
60.1% → 64.4%
+4.3 pts
Median age
39.6 → 40.3
+0.7 yrs

The median rent in Westchase, FL stood at $1,637 in 2021 and currently runs about $2,107, reflecting a 28.7% increase over the period. On the earnings side, the typical household in Westchase, FL now reports about $124,434, up from $103,521 in 2021. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has grown by 2.9% since 2021, moving from about 24,185 residents to roughly 24,885. College-educated residents now make up 64.4% of adults here, versus 60.1% in 2021. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Westchase, FL reflects that arc in its own way.

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Westchase rent by bedroom count

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Westchase is $2,107/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,549/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,958/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,671/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,510/mo.

At 20% of local median household income ($124,434/yr), Westchase ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 2.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Westchase an affordable city for renters?

Westchase is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,107/mo, rent takes approximately 20% of the local median household income ($124,434/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Westchase falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Westchase?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $84,000/year (~$40/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,107/mo in Westchase. The local median household income is $124,434/yr, meaning the typical Westchase household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Westchase?

Rent in Westchase has increased 2.3% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Westchase rent compare to other cities in Florida?

Westchase is middle-of-the-pack for Florida for rent, ranking #154 out of 288 tracked cities at $2,107/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Westchase?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Westchase ($2,107/mo): Greater Carrollwood ($1,735/mo), Oldsmar ($1,990/mo), Citrus Park ($2,044/mo).

What percentage of Westchase residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 36.1% of Westchase households are renters, while 63.9% are owner-occupied. Westchase leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Westchase rent compare to the national average?

Westchase's median rent of $2,107/mo is $142 (7%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #154 out of 288 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
20%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $2,107/mo, rent takes ~20% of Westchase's median household income ($124,434/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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