Rentometer, Inc. | Data as of 12/25/2025
St. Petersburgâs rental market offers a vibrant mix of apartments and singleâfamily homes that cater to professionals, families, and retirees alike. Downtownâs waterfront location, historic Old Northeast streets, and the lively Central Avenue corridor provide easy access to restaurants, cultural venues such as the Museum of Fine Arts, and the popular St. Pete Pier. Across the city, neighborhoods like Snell Isle and the Historic Old Southside blend treeâlined streets with boutique shops, making the area especially appealing for renters seeking a blend of coastal charm and urban convenience.
Apartment options range from studios in the $1500s to spacious fourâplus bedroom units in the $3000s, with oneâbedroom rentals typically landing in the $1700s and twoâbedroom units around the $2400s. For those who prefer a house, studioâstyle homes start in the $1200s, while threeâbedroom homes often reach the $3000s and larger properties can approach the $3800 mark. These price tiers reflect the diverse inventory that supports a variety of lifestyles, whether youâre looking for a lowâmaintenance condo near the beach or a familyâfriendly home in a quiet, parkârich district.
Beyond housing, St. Petersburg boasts a yearâround calendar of eventsâfrom the Suns festivals on the Bayfront to art walks in the Warehouse Arts Districtâenhancing the overall appeal for renters. Proximity to St. Pete Beach, the vibrant nightlife of downtown, and topârated schools further solidify the cityâs reputation as one of Floridaâs most desirable rental destinations, offering both comfort and convenience in a scenic, culturally rich setting.
| Property Type | Bedrooms | Average | Median | Min - Max | 25th - 75th |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apartment | Studio | $1,637 | $1,509 | $1,100 - $2,247 | $1,200 - $2,078 |
| Apartment | 1 Bedroom | $1,901 | $1,780 | $685 - $4,400 | $1,420 - $2,450 |
| Apartment | 2 Bedroom | $2,411 | $2,200 | $1,302 - $5,800 | $1,735 - $2,995 |
| Apartment | 3 Bedroom | $2,663 | $2,597 | $1,600 - $3,920 | $2,180 - $3,250 |
| House | Studio | $1,216 | $1,300 | $1,000 - $1,350 | $1,000 - $1,350 |
| House | 1 Bedroom | $1,767 | $1,725 | $1,100 - $2,700 | $1,600 - $2,000 |
| House | 2 Bedroom | $2,384 | $2,200 | $1,295 - $6,500 | $1,950 - $2,600 |
| House | 3 Bedroom | $2,910 | $2,600 | $270 - $7,500 | $2,295 - $3,000 |
| House | 4+ Bedroom | $3,676 | $3,200 | $1,600 - $10,000 | $2,667 - $4,000 |
In the current period, the average rent in St. Petersburg was $1,563 for Studio, $1,864 for 1 Bedroom, $2,396 for 2 Bedroom, $2,895 for 3 Bedroom, and $3,550 for 4+ Bedroom.
Data provided by Rentometer, Inc.