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Rental Market Trends in Saint Petersburg, FL

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Saint Petersburg, FL is $1,824/month.

Rent in Saint Petersburg is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,665/month.

$1,824/month

Average Rent

697 Sq Ft

Average Size

+0.8%

Change / Year

4,219

Available Apartments

Saint Petersburg rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Saint Petersburg average $1,645 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Saint Petersburg average $1,824 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Saint Petersburg average $2,298 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Saint Petersburg average $3,169 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,645/month
503 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,824/month
697 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,298/month
1,019 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,169/month
1,347 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,475/month
518 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$3,613/month
964 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,392/month
1,443 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$4,990/month
2,000 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,989/month
724 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$3,229/month
1,091 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$5,930/month
1,664 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,701/month
594 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,501/month
1,042 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,876/month
1,846 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Saint Petersburg, FL?

In the past year, rent has increased by 0.8%, which averages out to $14 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Saint Petersburg, FL

September 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Saint Petersburg, FL
Percentage*
Rent Range
2% Below $700/month
15% $700 - $1,000/month
37% $1,001 - $1,500/month
26% $1,501 - $2,000/month
20% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

  • Most Affordable
  • Most Expensive
  • Most Available

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Saint Petersburg?

Based on current rent prices, Lealman, Disston Heights and Pinellas Point are the most affordable neighborhoods in Saint Petersburg.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Lealman
$1,270/month
716 Sq Ft
Disston Heights
$1,306/month
803 Sq Ft
Pinellas Point
$1,339/month
723 Sq Ft
North East Park
$1,390/month
729 Sq Ft
Tyrone Park
$1,393/month
623 Sq Ft
Fossil Park
$1,446/month
686 Sq Ft
Crossroads Area
$1,470/month
653 Sq Ft
Gateway
$1,494/month
703 Sq Ft
Allendale
$1,560/month
732 Sq Ft
Central Oak Park
$1,623/month
598 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Saint Petersburg?

Based on current rent prices, Broadwater, Downtown St Petersburg and Coquina Key are the most expensive neighborhoods in Saint Petersburg.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Broadwater
$2,457/month
814 Sq Ft
Downtown St Petersburg
$2,435/month
677 Sq Ft
Coquina Key
$2,386/month
681 Sq Ft
Mirror Lake
$2,376/month
719 Sq Ft
Skyway Marina District
$2,262/month
772 Sq Ft
Edge District
$2,197/month
611 Sq Ft
Gandy
$2,170/month
738 Sq Ft
Bay Pines
$2,055/month
789 Sq Ft
Snell Isle
$2,048/month
693 Sq Ft
Bayview
$2,022/month
762 Sq Ft

Which Saint Petersburg neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in Saint Petersburg with the most apartments available are Brighton Bay, Downtown St Petersburg and Carillon .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Brighton Bay
$1,804/month
723 Sq Ft
Downtown St Petersburg
$2,435/month
677 Sq Ft
Carillon
$1,930/month
780 Sq Ft
Skyway Marina District
$2,262/month
772 Sq Ft
Gandy
$2,170/month
738 Sq Ft
Pinellas Point
$1,339/month
723 Sq Ft
Lakewood
$1,677/month
769 Sq Ft
Edge District
$2,197/month
611 Sq Ft
Broadwater
$2,457/month
814 Sq Ft
Northside
$1,700/month
748 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

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

Because the average rent in Saint Petersburg is $1,824, you’ll want to make about $6,080 per month or $72,960 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

Saint Petersburg, FL

4,219 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Saint Petersburg, FL compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Saint Petersburg, 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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Apartment Averages

Lealman

Saint Petersburg, FL

Broadwater

Saint Petersburg, FL

Studio
-
-
One Bedroom
$1,217/month
-
Two Bedroom
$1,485/month
-
Three Bedroom
-
-
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Compare Rent Trends Nearby

Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.

  • Gulfport

    Gulfport

    Avg Rent: $937/month

  • Kenneth City

    Kenneth City

    Avg Rent: $1,310/month

  • South Pasadena

    South Pasadena

    Avg Rent: $1,921/month

  • Pinellas Park

    Pinellas Park

    Avg Rent: $1,772/month

  • Saint Pete Beach

    Saint Pete Beach

    Avg Rent: $1,789/month

  • Treasure Island

    Treasure Island

    Avg Rent: $995/month

Apartment Communities in Saint Petersburg We Think You'll Love

The Addison Skyway Marina

The Addison Skyway Marina

3951 34th St S,
Saint Petersburg, FL 33711

Studio - 3 Beds | $1,944 - $2,703

Clearview

Clearview

101 Main St N,
Saint Petersburg, FL 33716

1-3 Beds | $2,525 - $7,585

Lake Maggiore

Lake Maggiore

825 32nd Ave S,
Saint Petersburg, FL 33705

1-3 Beds | $2,020 - $3,840

iMMix

iMMix

3201 34th St S,
Saint Petersburg, FL 33711

Studio - 3 Beds | $1,600 - $3,494

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Saint Petersburg?

The average rent in Saint Petersburg is $1,824 per month, which is 9.5% higher than the national average of $1,665.

What is the average rent for a house in Saint Petersburg?

The average rent for a house in Saint Petersburg, FL is $3,392 per month.

What is the average rent for a townhome in Saint Petersburg?

The average rent for a townhome in Saint Petersburg, FL is $2,501 per month.

What is the average rent for a condo in Saint Petersburg?

The average rent for a condo in Saint Petersburg, FL is $1,989 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Saint Petersburg?

Rents in Saint Petersburg, FL are increasing, with prices up 0.8% year-over-year and $14 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Saint Petersburg?

In Saint Petersburg, FL, 37% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Florida Saint Petersburg 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 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.

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