Average Rent in Clearwater, FL
What is the average rent in Clearwater, FL?
The average listed apartment rent in Clearwater, FL is $1,687 per month, as of November 7, 2026. This sample includes 109 priced apartments in 10 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
We use published total monthly rent when known and base rent otherwise. Unknown fees remain unknown. Included building observations run from November 3, 2026 through November 7, 2026. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings.
10 apartment buildings, 109 units. Recorded asking prices and price history where available.
Browse apartments in Clearwater, FLCheapest
$1,115/mo
Oasis Apartment Complex
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10
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Units
109
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Average Rent by Property
Starting Price vs Average
Rent by Bedroom Count
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Clearwater, FL Rent Prices
All 10 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
Oasis Apartment Complex
1119 Tuskawilla Dr, Clearwater, FL 33756, USA
Serenity Lane Apartments
2065 N Highland Ave, Clearwater, FL 33755, USA
Promenade at Belleair Apartments
2159 Nursery Rd, Clearwater, FL 33764, USA
Promenade at Edgewater Apartments
257 Milwaukee Ave, Dunedin, FL 34698, USA
Terraces at Clearwater Beach
1121 Druid Rd, Clearwater, FL 33756, USA
The Pointe at Clearwater
2554 Oak Trail S, Clearwater, FL 33764, USA
Contempo Lane
1763 Main St, Dunedin, FL 34698, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Oasis Apartment Complex 1119 Tuskawilla Dr, Clearwater, FL 33756, USA | $1,115 | $1,256 | $2.32/ft² | 4.3 (6) | 6 |
| 2 | Serenity Lane Apartments 2065 N Highland Ave, Clearwater, FL 33755, USA | $1,195 | $1,538 | $1.36/ft² | 3.8 (83) | 23 |
| 3 | Promenade at Belleair Apartments 2159 Nursery Rd, Clearwater, FL 33764, USA | $1,239 | $1,579 | $2.05/ft² | 4.2 (214) | 9 |
| 4 | Promenade at Edgewater Apartments 257 Milwaukee Ave, Dunedin, FL 34698, USA | $1,270 | $1,455 | $1.59/ft² | 4.5 (321) | 3 |
| 5 | Terraces at Clearwater Beach 1121 Druid Rd, Clearwater, FL 33756, USA | $1,327 | $1,385 | $1.91/ft² | 3.7 (246) | 5 |
| 6 | The Pointe at Clearwater 2554 Oak Trail S, Clearwater, FL 33764, USA | $1,351 | $1,523 | $1.77/ft² | 4.2 (282) | 20 |
| 7 | Contempo Lane 1763 Main St, Dunedin, FL 34698, USA | $1,715 | $1,832 | $1.72/ft² | 3.8 (91) | 12 |
Rent & Price History by Building
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Oasis Apartment Complex
4.3 (6)1119 Tuskawilla Dr, Clearwater, FL 33756, USA
Serenity Lane Apartments
3.8 (83)2065 N Highland Ave, Clearwater, FL 33755, USA
Promenade at Belleair Apartments
4.2 (214)2159 Nursery Rd, Clearwater, FL 33764, USA
Promenade at Edgewater Apartments
4.5 (321)257 Milwaukee Ave, Dunedin, FL 34698, USA
Terraces at Clearwater Beach
3.7 (246)1121 Druid Rd, Clearwater, FL 33756, USA
The Pointe at Clearwater
4.2 (282)2554 Oak Trail S, Clearwater, FL 33764, USA
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Clearwater, FL neighborhoods
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Clearwater, FL Average Rent Prices 2026
The average listed rent in Clearwater, FL is $1,687 per month, based on 109 units across 10 apartment communities. Prices range from $1,115 at Oasis Apartment Complex to $2,807 at The Rosery.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,796/mo | $1,789/mo | 3 |
| 1 Bed | $1,571/mo | $1,115/mo | 34 |
| 2 Bed | $1,694/mo | $1,300/mo | 54 |
| 3 Bed | $1,865/mo | $1,475/mo | 18 |
We schedule daily price checks. The included observations can have different dates. Request an area we do not cover so we can review it for coverage.
Market Context
Who rents in Clearwater, FL, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Clearwater, FL averages $1,571/mo , with two-bedroom units averaging $1,694/mo. At the local median household income of $64,440, that works out to 31% of gross income, above the 30 percent affordability ceiling, a stretched-budget market.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in Clearwater, FL at $1,539/mo. The current tracked market average runs 10% higher than that benchmark, reflecting both two to three years of rent growth and the fact that the Census figure covers all renter-occupied housing in Clearwater, FL while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Clearwater, FL?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$67,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $1,687/mo.
Comfortable income
$81,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($1,115/mo), you need to earn at least $45,000/year.
Median household income in Clearwater, FL is $64,440 , about 20% below the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Clearwater, FL
Overall prices in Clearwater, FL runs above the national average by about 2% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 102.5, where 100 equals the U.S. average). The breakdown below estimates monthly costs for a single adult, using national consumer-spending baselines from the Bureau of Labor Statistics scaled by Clearwater, FL's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $1,687 |
| Utilities | $531 |
| Groceries | $534 |
| Transportation | $1,265 |
| Healthcare | $617 |
| Other goods and services | $988 |
| Estimated total | $5,623/mo |
Population
117,075
Median household income
$64,440
Census median rent
$1,539/mo
Census rent burden
36.4%
Median age
46.4
Mean commute
23 min
Methodology
Rent data
We use listed asking rents and schedule daily data updates. Individual buildings can have different verification dates. Check the building or unit page for its latest price and availability.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
We estimate annual income by dividing annual rent by 30 percent for the affordability figure and 25 percent for the comfortable-income figure. These estimates are a guide, not a guarantee of rental approval.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures were last published in 2023.
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Nearby cities in Florida
How Clearwater, FL rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Clearwater, FL | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami, FL | $3,064 | +82% | +1% | 41 |
| Gainesville, FL | $1,790 | +6% | +20.2% | 40 |
| Tampa, FL | $2,676 | +59% | -1.3% | 28 |
| Boca Raton, FL | $2,724 | +61% | -1.1% | 24 |
| Jacksonville, FL | $1,787 | +6% | +89.3% | 24 |
| Orlando, FL | $2,080 | +23% | +1.4% | 24 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Clearwater, FL?
The average listed apartment rent in Clearwater, FL is $1,687 per month, as of November 7, 2026. This sample includes 109 priced apartments in 10 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
What is the median rent in Clearwater, FL?
The median asking rent in Clearwater, FL is $1,715 per month, computed from 109 priced listings; check the observation dates shown on this page. The average is $1,687/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Clearwater, FL?
The lowest available rent in Clearwater, FL starts at $1,115 per month. Confirm current availability, fees, and lease terms with the selected listing.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Clearwater, FL?
1-bedroom apartments in Clearwater, FL average $1,571/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $1,115/mo across 34 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Clearwater, FL?
2-bedroom apartments in Clearwater, FL average $1,694/mo. Units start from $1,300/mo across 54 units currently listed.
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