Median Age
39 Years
Largest Age Group
35-44 Years
Approximately 15% of Residents
Under 20
25%
Over 65
18%
Davenport, FL
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,516
Population
14,654
Renter Mix
15% Rent
A quiet community on the rise between Lakeland and Orlando
Rural
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Suburban
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Scenic
Located in Central Florida, Davenport combines small-town atmosphere with convenient access to major attractions. Just 8 miles from Interstate 4, residents enjoy easy access to Orlando's theme parks while living in a more relaxed setting. Current rental market data shows average monthly rates ranging from $1,446 for studios to $2,297 for four-bedroom homes, with properties typically offering more square footage than those in surrounding cities.
Established in 1838 as a military outpost during the Second Seminole War, Davenport has grown from its historical roots into an established residential community. The city features diverse housing options throughout its neighborhoods, including the area around Posner Park shopping district, formerly known as Baseball City. The rental market currently presents opportunities for prospective residents, with year-over-year decreases ranging from -0.4% for studios to -7.3% for four-bedroom units. With its central location between Tampa and Orlando, Davenport offers convenient access to both cities while maintaining its own distinct community character.
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City of Davenport
Demographics
Median Household Income
$65,238
Average: $81,729
Education
3,972
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
6,859
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Davenport has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
15%
Non-Renters
85%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
18%
Other Education
82%
Rent Trends
As of June 2026, the average apartment rent in Davenport, FL is $1,379 for a studio, $1,515 for one bedroom, $1,821 for two bedrooms, and $2,126 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Davenport has decreased by -3.0% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,515/month
791 Sq Ft
House
$2,496/month
1,893 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,884/month
1,132 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,248/month
1,598 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Davenport, FL is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
20
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
30
/ 100
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Schools
Ridgeview Global Studies Academy
Public
Grades K-12
1,581 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
1,407 Students
Public
Grades K-5
1,094 Students
Navigator Academy of Leadership Polk
Public
Grades K-8
1,007 Students
Citrus Ridge: A Civics Academy
Public
Grades PK-8
1,071 Students
Ridgeview Global Studies Academy
Public
Grades K-12
1,581 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
1,407 Students
Navigator Academy of Leadership Polk
Public
Grades K-8
1,007 Students
Four Corners Charter Middle School
Public
Grades 6-12
1,422 Students
Citrus Ridge: A Civics Academy
Public
Grades PK-8
1,071 Students
Ridgeview Global Studies Academy
Public
Grades K-12
1,581 Students
Four Corners Charter Middle School
Public
Grades 6-12
1,422 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,872 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,725 Students
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- 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 June 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.