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Palm Coast, FL

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Enjoy small-town living near beaches and major cities

Nautical Suburban Quaint Riverside Active Laidback Convenient Scenic Growing

Palm Coast combines coastal living with contemporary conveniences in northeastern Florida. The city features 46 miles of freshwater canals and 23 miles of saltwater canals, making it ideal for water activities and outdoor recreation. Housing options range from waterfront properties to golf course communities, with current rental rates showing one-bedroom apartments averaging $1,472 and two-bedrooms at $1,626. European Village stands out with its Mediterranean-inspired architecture, while Grand Haven offers waterfront living. The city's extensive parks system includes well-maintained trails for hiking and biking, plus protected areas for observing local wildlife.

Located between historic St. Augustine and Daytona Beach, Palm Coast maintains its own distinctive character while offering easy access to these popular destinations. Since its development began in 1969, Palm Coast has grown from pristine Florida wilderness into a city of over 89,000 residents. The community features championship golf courses, the Linear Park trail system, and a bustling Town Center that serves as a hub for local activities. The median household income stands at $59,887, and residents enjoy Florida's characteristic sunny weather throughout the year.

Explore the City

Many Palm Coast homes have waterfront access.

Mountain Biking is a popular recreational activity in Palm Coast.

In Indigo you are just minutes away from the Daytona International Speedway.Many Palm Coast homes have waterfront access.

Rent Trends

As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Palm Coast, FL is $1,437 for one bedroom, $1,573 for two bedrooms, and $1,666 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Palm Coast has decreased by -3.1% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,437/month
805 Sq Ft
House
$2,639/month
1,856 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,953/month
1,342 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,703/month
1,323 Sq Ft
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Cost of Living

The cost of living in Palm Coast, FL is 5.9% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Palm Coast is 16.8% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $0 - $1,666. You can expect to pay 2.5% less for groceries, 19.9% more for utilities, and 1.1% more for transportation.

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Transportation

26

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

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

39

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

Rymfire Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

892 Students

Belle Terre Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-6

1,190 Students

Lewis E. Wadsworth Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

743 Students

Indian Trails Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

1,518 Students

Matanzas High School

Public

Grades 7 & 9-12

1,978 Students

Buddy Taylor Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

1,343 Students

Matanzas High School

Public

Grades 7 & 9-12

1,978 Students

Flagler-Palm Coast High School

Public

Grades 9-12

2,523 Students

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Florida Agricultural Museum
  • Washington Oaks Gardens State Park
  • Faver-Dykes State Park
  • Bulow Plantation Ruins Historic State Park
  • Marineland Dolphin Adventure

Commuter Rail

Airports

  • Daytona Beach International

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Houses for Rent in Palm Coast

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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.