Apopka

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Apopka, FL

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Located 16 miles northwest of Orlando, Apopka combines small-town atmosphere with convenient access to Central Florida's amenities. The city's agricultural roots as the "Indoor Foliage Capital of the World" remain evident in its thriving greenhouse industry. Housing options include single-family homes and apartment communities, with current average rents starting at $1,642 for one-bedroom units and reaching $3,009 for four-bedroom homes. The rental market has remained steady, with increases between 2.6% and 3.3% across different unit sizes over the past year. Development continues along the US 441 corridor, bringing new residential and retail options to the area.

Home to 54,873 residents, Apopka offers outdoor recreation opportunities including the West Orange Trail and Wekiwa Springs State Park. The AdventHealth Apopka hospital serves the community's healthcare needs, while the expanding retail districts provide shopping convenience. The area's history traces back to its origins as a Seminole settlement called "Ahapopka," meaning "Potato-eating place." Recent infrastructure improvements, including the Wekiva Parkway expansion, enhance connectivity throughout Central Florida. Community events at the City Center showcase local culture and traditions throughout the year.

Rent Trends

As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Apopka, FL is $1,285 for a studio, $1,584 for one bedroom, $1,884 for two bedrooms, and $2,407 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Apopka has increased by 1.6% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,584/month
767 Sq Ft
House
$2,405/month
1,789 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,403/month
1,731 Sq Ft
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Transportation

32

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

14

Minimal Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

43

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Wolf Lake Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

733 Students

Bear Lake Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

924 Students

Apopka Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

883 Students

Dream Lake Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

694 Students

Lakeville Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

661 Students

Wolf Lake Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

1,194 Students

Apopka Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

997 Students

Piedmont Lakes Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

967 Students

Apopka High

Public

Grades 9-12

3,507 Students

Wekiva High

Public

Grades 9-12

2,207 Students

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Avian Reconditioning Center
  • Wekiwa Springs State Park
  • Magnolia Park
  • Clarcona Horse Park
  • Kelly Park/Rock Springs

Airports

  • Orlando Sanford International
  • Orlando International

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in November 2025.