The Waverly at Winter Haven
1015 Lake Forest Blvd,
Winter Haven, FL 33884
1-3 Beds | $1,499 - $2,300
Rental Market Trends in Winter Haven, FL
Updated July 2026
The average rent in Winter Haven, FL is $1,328/month.
Rent in Winter Haven is 20% lower than the national average rent of $1,663/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.
$1,328/month
Average Rent
722 Sq Ft
Average Size
-1.8%
Change / Year
893
Available Apartments
Winter Haven rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Winter Haven average $1,022 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Winter Haven average $1,328 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Winter Haven average $1,540 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Winter Haven average $1,837 or more per month.
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How much has average rent changed in Winter Haven, FL?
In the past year, rent has decreased by 1.8%, which averages out to $23 less per month.
Market Trends Over Time
July 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Winter Haven, FL
July 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
10%
Below $700/month
20%
$700 - $1,000/month
39%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
29%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
2%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Winter Haven?
Based on current rent prices, Downtown Winter Haven and Winter Haven/Lake Wales" are the most affordable neighborhoods in Winter Haven.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Winter Haven?
Based on current rent prices, Winter Haven/Lake Wales and Downtown Winter Haven" are the most expensive neighborhoods in Winter Haven.
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Which Winter Haven neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in Winter Haven with the most apartments available are Winter Haven/Lake Wales and Downtown Winter Haven" .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Winter Haven, FL?
Because the average rent in Winter Haven is $1,328, you’ll want to make about $4,426 per month or $53,112 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 Winter Haven, FL compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Winter Haven, 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 Winter Haven Area GuideStudio
$1,001/month
$1,064/month
One Bedroom
$1,303/month
$1,321/month
Two Bedroom
$1,330/month
$1,586/month
Three Bedroom
$1,487/month
$1,886/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Winter Haven?
The average rent in Winter Haven is $1,328 per month, which is 20.1% lower than the national average of $1,663.
What is the average rent for a house in Winter Haven?
The average rent for a house in Winter Haven, FL is $1,929 per month.
What is the average rent for a townhome in Winter Haven?
The average rent for a townhome in Winter Haven, FL is $1,447 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Winter Haven?
Rents in Winter Haven, FL are decreasing, with prices down 1.8% year-over-year and $23 less per month.
What rent range is most common in Winter Haven?
In Winter Haven, FL, 39% 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.