How much does it cost to rent in Winter Park, FL?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Winter Park, FL is $1,787. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Winter Park cheaper than other Florida cities?

Winter Park is among the more affordable cities in Florida, ranking #239 out of 288 cities at $1,787/mo.

When was Winter Park rent data last updated?

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

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Winter Park

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Pop. 30,274·239th most expensive in Florida·Rental market data updated monthly for Winter Park, FL

Median rent (all units)

$1,787/mo

Year-over-Year

-1.2%

Month-over-Month

-2.5%

vs US Median

-$178

Falling (Monthly)

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Winter Park · $1,787

More affordable than 55% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

82/100

Great value

OverheatedFairGreat value

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

Actual rent

$1,787/mo

Expected by trend

$2,122/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,700

1 BR

$1,795

2 BR

$2,035

3 BR

$2,585

4 BR+

$3,075

Research median

$2,035/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

$21,444/yr

At $1,787/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are down 1.2% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (-1.2% YoY, -2.5% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Winter Park, FL is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 65.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

30,274

Median income

$105,724

Median age

Renters

33.8%

Age distribution

17.1%

21.9%

24%

12.2%

24.8%

Under 1817.1%

18–3421.9%

35–5424%

55–6412.2%

65+24.8%

Gender

46.1%

53.9%

Male46.1%

Female53.9%

Race & ethnicity

74.3%

13.5%

White74.3%

Black4.8%

Hispanic13.5%

Asian6.2%

Other1.1%

Education (25+)

21.8%

65.2%

No HS diploma3.4%

HS diploma9.6%

Some college21.8%

Bachelor's+65.2%

Housing tenure

66.2%

33.8%

Owner66.2%

Renter33.8%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Winter Park, FL has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,396 → $1,787

up 28.0%

Income

$88,688 → $105,724

up 19.2%

Population

29,672 → 30,274

up 2.0%

Renter share

33.2% → 33.8%

+0.6 pts

Bachelor's+

62.5% → 65.2%

+2.7 pts

Median age

45.3 → 44

-1.3 yrs

Rent in Winter Park, FL has climbed 28.0% since 2021, going from about $1,396 per month to roughly $1,787 today. Median household income grew from $88,688 to $105,724 between 2021 and 2024, a 19.2% shift. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 8.8 percentage points, which means renters are spending a larger slice of each paycheck on housing than they did in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 29,672 to 30,274 between 2021 and 2024, a 2.0% change. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 62.5% to 65.2%. Taken together, the five-year picture in Winter 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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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Winter Park on your salary?

At $1,787/mo, how Winter Park rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $87,866/yr · Rent = 24.4% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $62,384/yr · Rent = 34.4% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $71,861/yr · Rent = 29.8% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $128,442/yr · Rent = 16.7% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $164,117/yr · Rent = 13.1% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $58,413/yr · Rent = 36.7% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $52,740/yr · Rent = 40.7% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $65,007/yr · Rent = 33% income

stretched

By apartment size

Winter Park rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Winter Park, FL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Winter Park is $1,787/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,700/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,035/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,795/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,585/mo.

At 20% of local median household income ($105,724/yr), Winter Park ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 1.2% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Winter Park an affordable city for renters?

Winter Park is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,787/mo, rent takes approximately 20% of the local median household income ($105,724/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Winter Park falls comfortably within that range.

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

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $71,000/year (~$34/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,787/mo in Winter Park. The local median household income is $105,724/yr, meaning the typical Winter Park household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Winter Park?

Rent in Winter Park has decreased 1.2% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Which Winter Park neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Winter Park are 32792 ($1,681/mo), and 32789 ($2,105/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Winter Park is $1,787/mo.

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

Winter Park is one of the more affordable cities in Florida for rent, ranking #239 out of 288 tracked cities at $1,787/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Winter Park?

Altamonte Springs is nearby and more affordable at $1,718/mo, which is $69 less than Winter Park.

What percentage of Winter Park residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 33.8% of Winter Park households are renters, while 66.2% are owner-occupied. Winter Park leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Winter Park rent compare to the national average?

Winter Park's median rent of $1,787/mo is $178 (9%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #239 out of 288 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

20%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,787/mo, rent takes ~20% of Winter Park's median household income ($105,724/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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