Bedroom count
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Last updated on November 1, 2026
Average rent in
Cape Coral, FL
Average rent in
Last updated on November 1, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
The bottom line
Cape Coral, FL rent slipped 5.3% year over year, with a current median of $1,800/month. Renters today are paying $100 less per month on average than last year, despite a 4.5% increase month over month in October 2026.
Compared to national trends
Cape Coral sits 5.3% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, offering a moderately priced market with 1,292 total rentals available across the city.
Price ranges
Studios in Cape Coral rent for about $1,050/month, 1-bedrooms at $1,252/month, and 2-bedrooms at $1,450/month, with 3-bedrooms around $1,897/month and 4+ bedrooms at $2,202/month. This range reflects the variety of unit sizes available to renters.
Median rent
Median rent in Cape Coral
$1,800/mo
5%vs previous year
The average rent in Cape Coral is $1,800 per month as of October 2026. This is 5% below the national average rent, or $100 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Cape Coral
1,292
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Cape Coral rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Cape Coral, FL
Average rent prices in Cape Coral have increased by 4% over the last month and have decreased by 5% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Cape Coral, FL
Rent prices in Cape Coral vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Cape Coral is $1,500, whereas a house costs $2,100. 1-bedroom apartments in Cape Coral run $1,395 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,400.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,050 | 14% | 27% | |
1 bedroom | $1,252 |  20% | 3% | |
2 bedroom | $1,450 | No Change | 6% | |
3 bedroom | $1,897 | 1% | 5% | |
4 bedroom | $2,202 | No Change | 2% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Burnt Store | $2,200 | |
Caloosahatchee | $1,700 | |
Diplomat | $1,715 | |
Hancock | $1,650 | |
Mariner | $1,994 | |
Pelican | $1,846 | |
Trafalgar | $1,900 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,500 | 3% | 6% | |
Condos | $1,500 | 3% | 9% | |
Houses | $2,100 | No Change | No Change | |
Rooms | $1,004 | 3% | 20% |
Studio
Average rent
$1,050
Last 30 days
14%
Last year
27%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,252
Last 30 days
20%
Last year
3%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,450
Last year
6%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,897
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
5%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,202
Last year
2%
Hancock
Average rent
$1,650
Pelican
Average rent
$1,846
Caloosahatchee
Average rent
$1,700
Diplomat
Average rent
$1,715
Mariner
Average rent
$1,994
Burnt Store
Average rent
$2,200
Trafalgar
Average rent
$1,900
Apartments
Average rent
$1,500
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
6%
Condos
Average rent
$1,500
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
9%
Houses
Average rent
$2,100
Rooms
Average rent
$1,004
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
20%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Cape Coral, FL, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Cape Coral, FL compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Cape Coral and Buckingham by all bedroom counts and property types.
Cape Coral
5%lower than the national median
6%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Cape Coral, FL is equal to the median rent in Buckingham, FL.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,795
7%$3,400
3%$3,999
5%$1,900
5%$1,745
6%$2,200
$9,750
7%$1,800
10%$2,150
14%$8,500
42%$3,100
38%$1,875
15%Cost of living in Cape Coral, FL
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 2% higher |
| Groceries | 5% higher |
| Health | 6% higher |
| Housing | 14% lower |
| Transportation | 4% higher |
| Utilities | 1% lower |
Discover rentals in Cape Coral, FL
5d+ ago
Hancock apartment for rent in Cape Coral
4 beds
2 baths
$772
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Hancock apartment for rent in Cape Coral
606 Hancock Bridge Pkwy, Cape Coral, FL 33990
2 beds
1 bath
$975
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Diplomat townhouse for rent in Cape Coral
2 beds
1 bath
$999
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.House for rent
Available Aug 27
2d ago
120 Sw Trafalgar Pkwy, Cape Coral, FL 33991
2 beds
2 baths
$1,025
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Caloosahatchee house for rent in Cape Coral
232 Bayshore Dr, Cape Coral, FL 33904
5 beds
6 baths
$21,130
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
Hancock apartment for rent in Cape Coral
1511 Se 24th Ave, Cape Coral, FL 33990
2 beds
2 baths
$16,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Caloosahatchee house for rent in Cape Coral
252 Bayshore Dr, Cape Coral, FL 33904
3 beds
2 baths
$13,145
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
Trafalgar house for rent in Cape Coral
11695 Royal Tee Cir, Cape Coral, FL 33991
4 beds
3.5 baths
$12,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
2d ago
Verified
8049 Stillwater Court, Cape Coral, FL 33903
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,322–$1,738
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
Available Aug 27
2d ago
Verified
315 Sw Pine Island Rd, Cape Coral, FL 33991
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,389–$2,373
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
Available Dec 9
1d ago
Verified
1730 Savona Point Cir, Cape Coral, FL 33914
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,254–$2,535
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Nov 1
5d+ ago
Pelican house for rent in Cape Coral
4 beds
2 baths
$2,150
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
2d ago
Verified
315 Sw Pine Island Rd, Cape Coral, FL 33991
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,389–$2,373
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
Available Dec 9
5d+ ago
Verified
4 beds
2 baths
$2,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Oct 6
3d ago
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$1,691
Price dropped $300Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.House for rent
Available Nov 11
3d ago
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$1,801
Price dropped $165Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.House for rent
Available Nov 2
2d ago
Verified
8049 Stillwater Court, Cape Coral, FL 33903
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,322–$1,738
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
Available Aug 27
2d ago
Verified
315 Sw Pine Island Rd, Cape Coral, FL 33991
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,389–$2,373
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
Available Dec 9
1d ago
Verified
1730 Savona Point Cir, Cape Coral, FL 33914
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,254–$2,535
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Nov 1
1h ago
Verified
4 beds
2 baths
$1,756
Price dropped $135Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.House for rent
Available Oct 31
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Frequently asked questions for Cape Coral, FL
Quick answers to common questions about the Cape Coral rental market.
How much is rent in Cape Coral?
The average rent in Cape Coral is $1,800 per month as of October 31, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Cape Coral?
Average rent prices in Cape Coral have increased by 4% over the last month and have decreased by 5% since last year.
How does Cape Coral rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Cape Coral is 5% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $100 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Cape Coral?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Cape Coral are Hancock ($1,650/mo), Caloosahatchee ($1,700/mo), and Diplomat ($1,715/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Cape Coral?
To comfortably afford rent in Cape Coral, you'd need to earn approximately $72,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Cape Coral?
December offers the best rental deals in Cape Coral with the lowest rents of the year, while February sees the highest prices with roughly 17% difference between these months.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).