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What are the cheapest cities to rent a house in Florida?

Finding affordable housing can be a real challenge for Florida residents. However, you can find cheap rent is some cities, if you know where to look.

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With the increase in the cost of living and the rise in mortgage rates, finding an affordable home has become a complicated and often unattainable mission for Americans. This is especially true for people who live in Florida, where the weather and the beaches have made the state a popular tourist and retirement destination, jacking up real estate prices in the state.

Fortunately, the high-traffic areas do not take up the entire state. With the right information and a lot of patience, you may be able to find affordable housing in the Sunshine State.

According to the National Association of Realtors, the average rent in the United States is $1,713 per month. The figure can vary by state and city, as well as the size and quality of the home.

Taking these factors into consideration, here are the top 10 cities with the cheapest rent in Florida.

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What are the cheapest cities to rent a house in Florida?

Despite being one of the states with high economic growth and large tourist areas, Florida still has some cities that offer affordable housing to their residents. According to an analysis carried out by Rent Blog, these are the ten cities in the Sunshine State with the cheapest rents:

  • Tallahassee: Average rent of $1,012 per month / Average variation of 8.66%
  • Winter Haven: Average rent of $1,103 per month / Average variation of -0.26%
  • Tarpon Springs: Average rent of $1,095 per month / Average variation of 2.98%
  • Lynn Haven: Average rent of $1,305 per month / Average variation of 0.83%
  • Plant City: Average rent of $1,391 per month / Average variation of 5.33%
  • Panama City: Average rent of $1,345 per month / Average variation of 0.76%
  • Green Cove Springs: Average rent of $1,045 per month / Average variation of 4.21%
  • Titusville: Average rent of $1,025 per month / Average variation of -2.52%
  • Haines City: Average rent of $850 per month / Average variation of 1.48%
  • Lake City: Average rent of $801 per month / Average variation of -3.07%

Rent Blog’s analysis is based on the average inventory of one-bedroom multifamily rental properties from Apartment Guide and Rent. The data was collected in September 2023 and goes back one year.

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