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Windermere

Pop. 3,086·79th most expensive in Florida·Rental market data updated monthly for Windermere, FL
Median rent (all units)
$2,446/mo
Year-over-Year
-1.7%
Month-over-Month
-2.5%
vs US Median
+$481
Falling (Monthly)
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Windermere · $2,446
More expensive than 78% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
72/100
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Rents are 11% below what Windermere's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$2,446/mo
Expected by trend
$2,751/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$2,360
1 BR
$2,490
2 BR
$2,820
3 BR
$3,580
4 BR+
$4,260
Research median
$2,820/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
$29,352/yr
At $2,446/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 1.7% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (-1.7% YoY, -2.5% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Windermere, FL is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 72.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
3,086
Median income
$177,778
Median age
50.3
Renters
4.4%
Age distribution
24.8%
22.8%
20.1%
23.1%
Under 1824.8%
18–349.3%
35–5422.8%
55–6420.1%
65+23.1%
Gender
49.4%
50.6%
Male49.4%
Female50.6%
Race & ethnicity
78.3%
White78.3%
Black4.1%
Hispanic8.1%
Asian3.9%
Other5.7%
Education (25+)
17.6%
72.7%
No HS diploma1.8%
HS diploma7.9%
Some college17.6%
Bachelor's+72.7%
Housing tenure
95.6%
Owner95.6%
Renter4.4%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Windermere, FL has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,829 → $2,446
up 33.7%
Income
$131,392 → $177,778
up 35.3%
Population
3,046 → 3,086
up 1.3%
Renter share
7.5% → 4.4%
-3.1 pts
Bachelor's+
68.2% → 72.7%
+4.5 pts
Median age
52.9 → 50.3
-2.6 yrs

Compared with 2021, rent in Windermere, FL has climbed by $617 per month, settling near $2,446 after starting the period at $1,829. Household income in the area moved from $131,392 to $177,778 across the same window, up 35.3% versus 2021. Headcount in the area went from 3,046 to 3,086 between 2021 and 2024, a 1.3% change. About 4.4% of households rent today, against 7.5% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 68.2% to 72.7%. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Windermere, FL look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Windermere is $2,446/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,360/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,820/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,490/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,580/mo.

At 17% of local median household income ($177,778/yr), Windermere ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 1.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Windermere an affordable city for renters?

Windermere is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,446/mo, rent takes approximately 17% of the local median household income ($177,778/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Windermere falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Windermere?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $98,000/year (~$47/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,446/mo in Windermere. The local median household income is $177,778/yr, meaning the typical Windermere household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Windermere?

Rent in Windermere has decreased 1.7% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Windermere rent compare to other cities in Florida?

Windermere is one of the pricier cities in Florida for rent, ranking #79 out of 288 tracked cities at $2,446/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Windermere?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Windermere ($2,446/mo): Orlando ($1,904/mo), Pine Hills ($1,941/mo), Ocoee ($2,148/mo).

What percentage of Windermere residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 4.4% of Windermere households are renters, while 95.6% are owner-occupied. Windermere leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Windermere rent compare to the national average?

Windermere's median rent of $2,446/mo is $481 (24%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #79 out of 288 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
17%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $2,446/mo, rent takes ~17% of Windermere's median household income ($177,778/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Windermere 17%Benchmark 30%
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