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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Winter Springs, FL is $1,995. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Winter Springs cheaper than other Florida cities?

Winter Springs falls in the middle range for Florida, ranking #187 out of 288 cities at $1,995/mo.

When was Winter Springs rent data last updated?

Winter Springs 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 Springs

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Pop. 38,951·187th most expensive in Florida·Rental market data updated monthly for Winter Springs, FL

Median rent (all units)

$1,995/mo

Year-over-Year

+3.3%

Month-over-Month

-2.1%

vs US Median

+$30

Falling (Monthly)

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Winter Springs · $1,995

More expensive than 59% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

69/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

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

Actual rent

$1,995/mo

Expected by trend

$2,207/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,750

1 BR

$1,840

2 BR

$2,090

3 BR

$2,650

4 BR+

$3,160

Research median

$2,090/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

$23,940/yr

At $1,995/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 (+3.3% YoY, -2.1% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Winter Springs, FL is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 48.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

38,951

Median income

$92,574

Median age

40.2

Renters

23.9%

Age distribution

22.1%

19.9%

26.1%

12.5%

19.5%

Under 1822.1%

18–3419.9%

35–5426.1%

55–6412.5%

65+19.5%

Gender

50.9%

49.1%

Male50.9%

Female49.1%

Race & ethnicity

68.6%

21.4%

White68.6%

Black6.2%

Hispanic21.4%

Asian4.9%

Education (25+)

17.4%

30.4%

48.9%

No HS diploma3.3%

HS diploma17.4%

Some college30.4%

Bachelor's+48.9%

Housing tenure

76.1%

23.9%

Owner76.1%

Renter23.9%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Winter Springs, FL has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,495 → $1,995

up 33.4%

Income

$78,969 → $92,574

up 17.2%

Population

38,021 → 38,951

up 2.4%

Renter share

23.3% → 23.9%

+0.6 pts

Bachelor's+

51% → 48.9%

-2.1 pts

Median age

42.7 → 40.2

-2.5 yrs

The median rent in Winter Springs, FL stood at $1,495 in 2021 and currently runs about $1,995, reflecting a 33.4% increase over the period. Household income in the area moved from $78,969 to $92,574 across the same window, up 17.2% versus 2021. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has grown by 2.4% since 2021, moving from about 38,021 residents to roughly 38,951. College-educated residents now make up 48.9% of adults here, versus 51% in 2021. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Winter Springs, FL look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Winter Springs on your salary?

At $1,995/mo, how Winter Springs rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $87,866/yr · Rent = 27.2% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $62,384/yr · Rent = 38.4% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $71,861/yr · Rent = 33.3% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $128,442/yr · Rent = 18.6% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $164,117/yr · Rent = 14.6% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $58,413/yr · Rent = 41% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $52,740/yr · Rent = 45.4% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $65,007/yr · Rent = 36.8% income

stretched

By apartment size

Winter Springs rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Winter Springs

About renting in Winter Springs, FL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Winter Springs is $1,995/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,750/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,090/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,840/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,650/mo.

At 26% of local median household income ($92,574/yr), Winter Springs ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 3.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Winter Springs an affordable city for renters?

Winter Springs is considered affordable for renters. At $1,995/mo, rent takes approximately 26% of the local median household income ($92,574/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Winter Springs falls comfortably within that range.

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

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $80,000/year (~$38/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,995/mo in Winter Springs. The local median household income is $92,574/yr, meaning the typical Winter Springs household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Winter Springs?

Rent in Winter Springs has increased 3.3% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

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

Winter Springs is middle-of-the-pack for Florida for rent, ranking #187 out of 288 tracked cities at $1,995/mo.

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

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Winter Springs ($1,995/mo): Winter Park ($1,787/mo), Sanford ($1,837/mo), Casselberry ($1,891/mo).

What percentage of Winter Springs residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 23.9% of Winter Springs households are renters, while 76.1% are owner-occupied. Winter Springs leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Winter Springs rent compare to the national average?

Winter Springs's median rent of $1,995/mo is $30 (2%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #187 out of 288 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

26%

AFFORDABLE

At $1,995/mo, rent takes ~26% of Winter Springs's median household income ($92,574/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Winter Springs 26%Benchmark 30%

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