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Rental Market Trends in West Palm Beach, FL
Updated July 2026
The average rent in West Palm Beach, FL is $2,134/month.
Rent in West Palm Beach is 28% higher than the national average rent of $1,663/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.
$2,134/month
Average Rent
712 Sq Ft
Average Size
+1.9%
Change / Year
3,565
Available Apartments
West Palm Beach rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in West Palm Beach average $2,097 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in West Palm Beach average $2,134 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in West Palm Beach average $2,426 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in West Palm Beach average $3,986 or more per month.
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How much has average rent changed in West Palm Beach, FL?
In the past year, rent has increased by 1.9%, which averages out to $41 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
July 2026
2025
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Rent Ranges in West Palm Beach, FL
July 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
9%
$700 - $1,000/month
26%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
27%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
39%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in West Palm Beach?
Based on current rent prices, Century Village Palm Beach, Palm Beach Lakes South and Golden Lakes are the most affordable neighborhoods in West Palm Beach.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in West Palm Beach?
Based on current rent prices, North Palm Beach, Flagler-Waterfront District and Kelsey City are the most expensive neighborhoods in West Palm Beach.
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Which West Palm Beach neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in West Palm Beach with the most apartments available are Downtown West Palm Beach, Flagler-Waterfront District and Century Village Palm Beach .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in West Palm Beach, FL?
Because the average rent in West Palm Beach is $2,134, you’ll want to make about $7,113 per month or $85,356 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 West Palm Beach, FL compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare West Palm Beach, 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 West Palm Beach Area GuideStudio
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$1,361/month
One Bedroom
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$3,118/month
Two Bedroom
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$4,015/month
Three Bedroom
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$18,633/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in West Palm Beach?
The average rent in West Palm Beach is $2,134 per month, which is 28.3% higher than the national average of $1,663.
What is the average rent for a house in West Palm Beach?
The average rent for a house in West Palm Beach, FL is $4,907 per month.
What is the average rent for a townhome in West Palm Beach?
The average rent for a townhome in West Palm Beach, FL is $2,659 per month.
What is the average rent for a condo in West Palm Beach?
The average rent for a condo in West Palm Beach, FL is $2,000 per month.
Are rents going up or down in West Palm Beach?
Rents in West Palm Beach, FL are increasing, with prices up 1.9% year-over-year and $41 more per month.
What rent range is most common in West Palm Beach?
In West Palm Beach, FL, 39% of apartments fall above $2,000/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.