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Clearwater, FL 33760
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Rental Market Trends in Clearwater, FL
Updated September 2026
The average rent in Clearwater, FL is $1,554/month.
Rent in Clearwater is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,665/month.
$1,554/month
Average Rent
720 Sq Ft
Average Size
-2.1%
Change / Year
3,709
Available Apartments
Clearwater rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Clearwater average $1,332 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Clearwater average $1,554 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Clearwater average $1,878 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Clearwater average $2,273 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
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How much has average rent changed in Clearwater, FL?
In the past year, rent has decreased by 2.1%, which averages out to $32 less per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Clearwater, FL
September 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
3%
Below $700/month
19%
$700 - $1,000/month
36%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
25%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
18%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Clearwater?
Based on current rent prices, North Clearwater, Upper Largo and Downtown Clearwater are the most affordable neighborhoods in Clearwater.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Clearwater?
Based on current rent prices, Feather Sound, Bay Aristocrat Village and South Clearwater are the most expensive neighborhoods in Clearwater.
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Which Clearwater neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in Clearwater with the most apartments available are Upper Largo, South Clearwater and North Clearwater .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Clearwater, FL?
Because the average rent in Clearwater is $1,554, you’ll want to make about $5,180 per month or $62,160 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.
How does Clearwater, FL compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Clearwater, FL to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.
View the Clearwater Area GuideStudio
$1,199/month
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One Bedroom
$1,419/month
$1,717/month
Two Bedroom
$1,702/month
$2,064/month
Three Bedroom
$2,033/month
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Compare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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Dunedin
Avg Rent: $1,626/month
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Safety Harbor
Avg Rent: $1,519/month
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Largo
Avg Rent: $1,370/month
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Belleair Bluffs
Avg Rent: $1,133/month
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Oldsmar
Avg Rent: $1,246/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Clearwater?
The average rent in Clearwater is $1,554 per month, which is 6.7% lower than the national average of $1,665.
What is the average rent for a house in Clearwater?
The average rent for a house in Clearwater, FL is $3,181 per month.
What is the average rent for a townhome in Clearwater?
The average rent for a townhome in Clearwater, FL is $2,033 per month.
What is the average rent for a condo in Clearwater?
The average rent for a condo in Clearwater, FL is $1,705 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Clearwater?
Rents in Clearwater, FL are decreasing, with prices down 2.1% year-over-year and $32 less per month.
What rent range is most common in Clearwater?
In Clearwater, FL, 36% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
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 September 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.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.