Panama City

An aerial view of Panama City, FL.
Millville is located on the bay in Panama City.
Docks on Saint Andrews Bay stretch long so that homeowners can maintain access during low tide.
Millville is a big boating neighborhood great for residents who love life on the water.
Downtown Panama City

Panama City, FL Area Guide

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Located along Florida's Emerald Coast, Panama City combines coastal living with Southern hospitality. The rental market offers various options, with one-bedroom apartments averaging $1,215 per month, while three-bedroom homes average $1,879. Recent trends show some softening in rental rates, with one-bedroom units experiencing a 4.5% decrease year-over-year. Notable areas include historic St. Andrews, featuring a waterfront district and weekly farmers' market, and the downtown area with its expanding arts scene and local shops. The presence of Florida State University Panama City and Gulf Coast State College adds to the city's educational landscape.

Panama City's location on St. Andrews Bay provides year-round opportunities for water recreation and outdoor activities. The city spans 36 square miles, featuring public parks, marinas, and green spaces throughout the community. Tyndall Air Force Base, a significant presence in the area, is undergoing a $5.3 billion renovation project. Local events celebrate the region's maritime heritage, while restaurants throughout the city serve fresh seafood and Southern cuisine. Recent development projects continue to enhance the area while preserving Panama City's historic character as an important port city.

Explore the City

Docks on Saint Andrews Bay stretch long so that homeowners can maintain access during low tide.

You will often find boats parked around the bay at Millville.

A colorful night sky over the Millville neighborhood.

Millville is a big boating neighborhood great for residents who love life on the water.

Downtown Panama City

Head to Asbell Park near Downtown North for beautiful lakeside views and a beachside park.

Rent Trends

As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Panama City, FL is $832 for a studio, $1,195 for one bedroom, $1,485 for two bedrooms, and $1,765 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Panama City has decreased by -6.3% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,195/month
760 Sq Ft
House
$2,142/month
1,485 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,826/month
1,099 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,591/month
1,171 Sq Ft
See Rental Market Trends in Panama City, FL

Getting Around

Fairly Walkable

Walkability

50 / 100

Limited Public Transit

Transit

30 / 100

Exceptionally Drivable

Drivability

90 / 100

Fairly Bikeable

Bikeability

50 / 100

Schools

University Academy (Sabl, Inc.)

Public

Grades K-8

688 Students

Hutchison Beach Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

621 Students

Rising Leaders Academy

Public

Grades K-12

301 Students

Callaway Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

511 Students

University Academy (Sabl, Inc.)

Public

Grades K-8

688 Students

Bay Haven Charter Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

433 Students

North Bay Haven Charter Academy Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

524 Students

Rising Leaders Academy

Public

Grades K-12

301 Students

Deane Bozeman School

Public

Grades PK-12

1,619 Students

North Bay Haven Career Academy

Public

Grades 9-12

897 Students

Rising Leaders Academy

Public

Grades K-12

301 Students

Deane Bozeman School

Public

Grades PK-12

1,619 Students

Palm Bay Preparatory Academy 6-12

Public

Grades 6-12

195 Students

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Science and Discovery Center of Northwest Florida
  • St. Andrews State Park

Airports

  • Northwest Florida Beaches 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 February 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.