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Westview

Pop. 12,107·26th most expensive in Florida·One of the pricier rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$3,016/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
+0.4%
vs US Median
+$1,051
Stable (Monthly)
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Westview · $3,016
More expensive than 91% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
63% of income
EXPENSIVE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $3,016/mo, rent takes about 63% of the local median household income, well above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$121,000/yr
Local median income
$57,563/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Westview's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,520
1 BR
$1,700
2 BR
$2,100
3 BR
$2,730
4 BR+
$3,240
Research median
$2,100/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
$36,192/yr
At $3,016/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Balanced Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +0.4% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Westview, FL is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income below the national average, 15.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
12,107
Median income
$57,563
Median age
43.9
Renters
34.5%
Age distribution
19%
19.7%
24.4%
15.9%
20.9%
Under 1819%
18–3419.7%
35–5424.4%
55–6415.9%
65+20.9%
Gender
51.4%
48.6%
Male51.4%
Female48.6%
Race & ethnicity
13.5%
58%
37.2%
White13.5%
Black58%
Hispanic37.2%
Asian1.7%
Education (25+)
21.7%
37.4%
25.7%
15.1%
No HS diploma21.7%
HS diploma37.4%
Some college25.7%
Bachelor's+15.1%
Housing tenure
65.5%
34.5%
Owner65.5%
Renter34.5%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Westview, FL has changed in 5 years

Income
$44,037 → $57,563
up 30.7%
Population
11,010 → 12,107
up 10.0%
Renter share
41.3% → 34.5%
-6.8 pts
Bachelor's+
16% → 15.1%
-0.9 pts
Median age
39.6 → 43.9
+4.3 yrs

Household income in the area moved from $44,037 to $57,563 across the same window, up 30.7% versus 2021. The population has grown by 10.0% since 2021, moving from about 11,010 residents to roughly 12,107. Renters now make up 34.5% of households, compared with 41.3% five years ago.

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About renting in Westview, FL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Westview is $3,016/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,520/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,100/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,700/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,730/mo.

At 63% of local median household income ($57,563/yr), Westview ranks as expensive compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Westview an affordable city for renters?

Westview is considered expensive for renters. At $3,016/mo, rent takes approximately 63% of the local median household income ($57,563/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Westview significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Westview?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $121,000/year (~$58/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $3,016/mo in Westview. The local median household income is $57,563/yr, meaning the typical Westview household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Westview?

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

How does Westview rent compare to other cities in Florida?

Westview is one of the pricier cities in Florida for rent, ranking #26 out of 288 tracked cities at $3,016/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Westview?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Westview ($3,016/mo): Pinewood ($2,086/mo), Golden Glades ($2,151/mo), West Little River ($2,465/mo).

What percentage of Westview residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 34.5% of Westview households are renters, while 65.5% are owner-occupied. Westview leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Westview rent compare to the national average?

Westview's median rent of $3,016/mo is $1,051 (53%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #26 out of 288 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
63%
EXPENSIVE

At $3,016/mo, rent takes ~63% of Westview's median household income ($57,563/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Westview 63%Benchmark 30%
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