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Rental Market Trends in Palmetto, FL

What is the average rent in Palmetto, FL?

$1,642/month

Average Rent

755 Sq Ft

Average Apartment Size

-0.2%

Decrease in the Last Year

As of April 2026, the average rent in Palmetto, FL is $1,642 per month. For comparison, the national average rent price in the US is currently $1,641/month, which means Palmetto rent prices are 0% higher than the national average. When you rent an apartment in Palmetto, you can expect to pay about per month for a studio, $1,642 for a one-bedroom apartment, and around $1,809 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you opt for a three-bedroom rental, you could pay $2,369 or more.

Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,642/month
755 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,809/month
1,032 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,369/month
1,426 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,027/month
990 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,490/month
1,652 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$3,709/month
2,525 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,727/month
1,392 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,962/month
1,230 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,207/month
1,497 Sq Ft

How much has average rent changed in Palmetto, FL?

In the past year, rent has decreased by 0.2%, which averages out to $4 less per month.

Market Trends Over Time   The chart below compares average rent prices to the previous year during the same time period.
Last Updated April 2026
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Rent Ranges in Palmetto, FL
Last Updated April 2026
$1,501 - $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Palmetto, FL
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
29% $700 - $1,000/month
0% $1,001 - $1,500/month
36% $1,501 - $2,000/month
36% Above $2,000/month

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What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Palmetto?

Based on current rent prices, Palmetto/Ellenton and Artisan Lakes" are the most affordable neighborhoods in Palmetto.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Palmetto/Ellenton
$1,724/month
720 Sq Ft
Artisan Lakes
$2,053/month
772 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Palmetto?

Based on current rent prices, Artisan Lakes and Palmetto/Ellenton" are the most expensive neighborhoods in Palmetto.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Artisan Lakes
$2,053/month
772 Sq Ft
Palmetto/Ellenton
$1,724/month
720 Sq Ft

Which Palmetto neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in Palmetto with the most apartments available are Palmetto/Ellenton and Artisan Lakes" .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Palmetto/Ellenton
$1,724/month
720 Sq Ft
Artisan Lakes
$2,053/month
772 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

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

Because the average rent in Palmetto is $1,642, you’ll want to make about $5,473 per month or $65,676 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.

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Palmetto, FL

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Apartment Averages

Palmetto/Ellenton

Palmetto, FL

Artisan Lakes

Palmetto, FL

Studio
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One Bedroom
$1,677/month
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Two Bedroom
$1,898/month
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Three Bedroom
$2,467/month
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Apartment communities in Palmetto we think you'll love

Gateway Commons Apartments

Gateway Commons Apartments

9650 52nd Ave E,
Palmetto, FL 34221

$1,575 - $2,403

1-3 Beds

Symphony Lakes

Symphony Lakes

1300 49th St E,
Palmetto, FL 34221

$1,913 - $3,030

3-4 Beds

Stafford at Artisan Lakes

Stafford at Artisan Lakes

6210 Terra Lago Cir,
Palmetto, FL 34221

$1,710 - $4,450

1-3 Beds

The Carlton at Robinson Gateway

The Carlton at Robinson Gateway

9940 Mahaffey Dr,
Palmetto, FL 34221

$1,356 - $2,554

1-3 Beds

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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.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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