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Rental Market Trends in Destin, FL

Updated July 2026

The average rent in Destin, FL is $1,726/month.

Rent in Destin is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,663/month.

$1,726/month

Average Rent

762 Sq Ft

Average Size

-3.9%

Change / Year

274

Available Apartments

Destin rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Destin average $1,539 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Destin average $1,726 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Destin average $2,098 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Destin average $2,620 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,539/month
531 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,726/month
762 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,098/month
1,119 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,620/month
1,384 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,114/month
1,214 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,418/month
1,776 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$6,194/month
3,025 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,727/month
864 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,110/month
1,151 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,948/month
1,958 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,032/month
1,172 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,046/month
1,682 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Destin, FL?

In the past year, rent has decreased by 3.9%, which averages out to $67 less per month.

Market Trends Over Time

July 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Destin, FL

July 2026
$1,501 - $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Destin, FL
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
0% $700 - $1,000/month
0% $1,001 - $1,500/month
67% $1,501 - $2,000/month
33% Above $2,000/month

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Destin, FL?

Because the average rent in Destin is $1,726, you’ll want to make about $5,753 per month or $69,036 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.

City

Destin, FL

274 Available Apartments for Rent

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Apartment Communities in Destin We Think You'll Love

Botanic Miramar Beach

Botanic Miramar Beach

225 Botanic Way,
Miramar Beach, FL 32550

1-3 Beds | $1,919 - $3,124

Sea Glass

Sea Glass

4320 Commons Dr W,
Destin, FL 32541

Studio - 3 Beds | $1,511 - $7,154

The Charles Florida

The Charles Florida

160 S Mattie M Kelly Blvd,
Destin, FL 32541

1-3 Beds | $1,869 - $2,907

Legacy on the Bay

Legacy on the Bay

251 Vinings Way Blvd,
Destin, FL 32541

1-4 Beds | $1,655 - $4,084

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Destin?

The average rent in Destin is $1,726 per month, which is 3.8% higher than the national average of $1,663.

What is the average rent for a house in Destin?

The average rent for a house in Destin, FL is $3,418 per month.

What is the average rent for a townhome in Destin?

The average rent for a townhome in Destin, FL is $2,032 per month.

What is the average rent for a condo in Destin?

The average rent for a condo in Destin, FL is $1,727 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Destin?

Rents in Destin, FL are decreasing, with prices down 3.9% year-over-year and $67 less per month.

What rent range is most common in Destin?

In Destin, FL, 67% of apartments fall between $1,501 - $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Florida Destin Rental Trends

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.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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