Average Rent in Polk, FL

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Current Versus Historical Polk, FL Rents

Polk rentals average $1,000 for a studio rental to $2,450 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $2,150, or roughly $1 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in May 2024, median rents have risen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have decreased by $2,422 (-63.77%) year-over-year from $3,798 to $1,376. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $115 (11.09%) year-over-year from $1,033 to $1,147. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $148 (10.25%) year-over-year from $1,447 to $1,595. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $421 (22.10%) year-over-year from $1,904 to $2,325. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $58 (2.52%) year-over-year from $2,317 to $2,375. Note that this figure includes all active and rented listings throughout the month.

Month-to-month, seasonality might have a bigger impact than overall trend price changes. Studio rents have gone up by 21.73% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone up by 2.81% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 5.28% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 10.67% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 0.71% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	May 2024 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio	$1.90	$1,376	$3,798 (-63.77%)	$800 (72.00%)
1 BR	$1.79	$1,147	$1,033 (11.09%)	$823 (39.31%)
2 BR	$1.53	$1,595	$1,447 (10.25%)	$1,100 (45.04%)
3 BR	$1.34	$2,325	$1,904 (22.10%)	$1,533 (51.66%)
4+ BR	$1.19	$2,375	$2,317 (2.52%)	$1,775 (33.80%)

Historical Rents in Polk, FL

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Top Cities Near Polk

There are a total of 47 cities nearby Polk. The average rent in Polk is currently $2,400 per month. A total of 12 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Altamonte Springs, FL, with an average rent of $1,615, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near Polk, FL is Wabasso Beach, FL. Monthly rents here are on average $8,750 per month.

Let's compare Polk, FL's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. One bedrooms are about 36.17% more affordable. Two bedrooms in Polk, FL are about 46.27% more affordable. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 41.22% more affordable. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 47 total cities near Polk, FL in the following chart.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Lakeland, FL	N/A	$1,225	$1,500	$1,850
Poinciana, FL	N/A	N/A	$1,800	$1,927
Brandon, FL	N/A	$1,495	$1,775	$1,985
Winter Haven, FL	N/A	$1,050	$1,450	$2,100
Kissimmee, FL	N/A	$1,375	$1,650	$2,200
St. Cloud, FL	N/A	$1,000	$1,600	$2,273
Haines City, FL	N/A	$1,198	N/A	$2,300
Four Corners, FL	N/A	$1,633	$1,900	$2,500
Meadow Woods, FL	N/A	N/A	$1,848	$2,593
Horizon West, FL	N/A	$1,700	$2,200	$3,100

Top Neighborhoods Near Polk

There are a total of 15 neighborhoods in or near Polk. Some of these neighborhoods include Metro West, Central Business District, and The Reserve. We've included all of these top 15 neighborhoods in or near Polk, FL in the following chart.

The average rent for these 15 neighborhoods in or near Polk, FL is currently around $2,800 per month. A total of one neighborhood has a lower average rent. Meaning, only fourteen neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $2,800. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than Polk's average rent, which is only $2,150. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near Polk, Metro West has the most affordable average rent at $1,850 per month. Whereas, at $5,500 average rent per month, Lido Key is the most expensive neighborhood in or near Polk. View the following chart for more information.

Neighborhood	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Metro West, Orlando, FL	N/A	$1,346	$1,800	$1,850
Central Business District, Orlando, FL	$1,753	$1,790	$2,725	$2,248
The Reserve, Port St. Lucie, FL	$1,250	$1,650	$2,725	$2,300
Carver City - Lincoln Gardens, Tampa, FL	$1,850	$2,138	$2,928	$2,321
Channel District, Tampa, FL	$1,978	$2,591	$3,947	$2,658
Isla del Sol, St. Petersburg, FL	N/A	$2,700	$2,600	$2,699
South Venice, FL	N/A	N/A	$2,700	$2,800
Heritage Harbour, Myakka City, FL	N/A	N/A	$2,613	$2,800
The Meadows, FL	N/A	$2,075	$3,300	$3,100
Lake Nona, Orlando, FL	N/A	$1,800	N/A	$3,200
Lakewood Ranch, Myakka City, FL	N/A	N/A	$3,250	$3,500
Sand Key, Clearwater, FL	$2,600	$3,600	$4,000	$4,200
Clearwater Beach, Clearwater, FL	$2,300	$2,850	$4,000	$4,500
Stoneybrook Golf and Country Club, Gulf Gate Estates-Osprey, FL	N/A	N/A	$5,000	$5,000
Lido Key, Sarasota, FL	N/A	$3,450	$5,500	$5,500

Top Counties Near Polk

There are a total of 15 counties located by Polk, FL. Some of these counties include Lakeland, FL, Winter Haven-Auburndale, FL, and Brandon, FL. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $2,393. That's roughly around $2 per sqft. A total of 13 counties have a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is Titusville, FL. It's average rent per month is $1,625. Vice versa, with an average rent of $7,000, Longboat Key, FL is the most expensive county by Polk, FL.

In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in Polk, FL is 33.48% more affordable than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in Polk, FL is 40.00% more affordable than other counties nearby. We've listed the top 10 counties in the chart below.

County	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Lakeland, FL	N/A	$1,173	$1,500	$1,850
Winter Haven-Auburndale, FL	N/A	$1,175	$1,400	$1,950
Brandon, FL	N/A	$1,545	$1,775	$2,000
Orlando, FL	$1,584	$1,450	$1,800	$2,100
Haines City, FL	$950	$1,175	$1,700	$2,250
Kissimmee, FL	$1,025	$1,545	$1,800	$2,350
St. Cloud, FL	$1,000	$1,400	$1,795	$2,400
Wimauma-Riverview, FL	N/A	$1,747	$1,900	$2,485
Clermont, FL	N/A	N/A	$2,100	$2,800
Southwest Orange, FL	N/A	$1,700	$2,100	$2,950

Top Zipcodes Near Polk

There are a total of 49 zipcodes in or near Polk, FL. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $2,600. A total of 9 zipcodes have a average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 32714, Forest City, FL at $1,646 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $7,500 per month is 32963, Indian River Shores, FL.

Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near Polk, FL is $1,743 per month. Or in other words, $2 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $2,500 per month. Which comes out to $2 per sqft. The following chart includes the top 10 zipcodes in Polk, FL. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.

Zipcode	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
34747, Celebration, FL	N/A	$1,675	$1,933	$2,500
32963, Indian River Shores, FL	N/A	$1,750	$6,300	$7,500
34236, Sarasota, FL	N/A	$2,300	$4,300	$4,200
34746, Campbell, FL	N/A	$1,160	$1,825	$2,350
33767, Clearwater, FL	$2,600	$2,800	$4,000	$4,200
34231, Gulf Gate Estates, FL	N/A	$2,048	$2,500	$2,950
33982, Punta Gorda, FL	N/A	$1,100	$4,250	$3,200
34957, Jensen Beach, FL	$1,700	$2,325	$3,300	$3,400
34293, North Port, FL	N/A	N/A	$2,800	$2,925
34238, Gulf Gate Estates-Osprey, FL	N/A	$1,785	$3,500	$3,500

Frequently Asked Questions - Polk Average Rents

What is the average rent price in Polk, FL?

The average monthly rental price for Polk, FL apartments for rent is approximately $2,150. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.

Do Polk, FL rent prices drop in winter?

Yes! On average we see a 3.4% drop in rental prices between the peak summer months and the slower winter months. With the added bonus of decreased competition from other renters looking to move, winter is generally considered the best time of the year to find an apartment for rent in Polk, FL.

How much is a studio apartment in Polk, FL?

The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $1,000 and an average price per square feet of $1.90. There are a total of 11 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in Polk.

How much is a one bedroom apartment in Polk, FL?

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $1,150 and an average price per square feet of $1.79. There are a total of 51 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Polk.

How much is a two bedroom apartment in Polk, FL?

The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $1,500 and an average price per square feet of $1.53. There are a total of 130 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Polk.

How have rent prices in Polk, FL changed this year?

Rent prices for rentals in Polk, FL can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by -0.64%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.11%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.10%, and three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.22% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in Polk, FL?

A reasonable rent price in Polk, FL is around $1,720/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.