Gulf Cove Apartments
1650 W Highway 98,
Mary Esther, FL 32569
2 Beds | $1,275
Rental Market Trends in Mary Esther, FL
Updated July 2026
The average rent in Mary Esther, FL is $1,902/month.
Rent in Mary Esther is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,662/month.
$1,902/month
Average Rent
703 Sq Ft
Average Size
+6.2%
Change / Year
82
Available Apartments
Mary Esther rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Mary Esther average per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Mary Esther average $1,902 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Mary Esther average $1,741 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Mary Esther average $2,434 or more per month.
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How much has average rent changed in Mary Esther, FL?
In the past year, rent has increased by 6.2%, which averages out to $118 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
July 2026
2025
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Rent Ranges in Mary Esther, FL
July 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
0%
$700 - $1,000/month
33%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
33%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
33%
Above $2,000/month
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Mary Esther, FL?
Because the average rent in Mary Esther is $1,902, you’ll want to make about $6,340 per month or $76,080 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 Mary Esther, FL compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Mary Esther, 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Mary Esther?
The average rent in Mary Esther is $1,902 per month, which is 14.4% higher than the national average of $1,662.
What is the average rent for a house in Mary Esther?
The average rent for a house in Mary Esther, FL is $2,147 per month.
What is the average rent for a townhome in Mary Esther?
The average rent for a townhome in Mary Esther, FL is $1,695 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Mary Esther?
Rents in Mary Esther, FL are increasing, with prices up 6.2% year-over-year and $118 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Mary Esther?
In Mary Esther, FL, 33% 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 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.