Last updated on August 13, 2026

Average rent in
Miami, FL

Key takeaways for renters

  • Where Miami rent stands today

    Miami, FL rent rose 0.6% year over year, with a current median of $3,019/month. Renters today are paying $125 more per month on average than last year, with month-to-month rent essentially unchanged.

  • Vs. national rents

    Miami runs roughly 1.6× the $1,925/month national median, placing it among the pricier coastal metros for renters. The city offers 6,101 total rentals across a diverse inventory.

  • Price ranges

    Studios in Miami rent for about $2,358/month, 1-bedrooms around $2,564/month, and 2-bedrooms near $3,000/month. Houses command a median of $3,450/month while apartments sit at $2,500/month, reflecting distinct price tiers.

  • Neighborhood spotlight

    Boca Woods Country Club rents fell 64.1% year over year to $3,950/month across 12 rentals, and Boca Isles South dropped 57.6% to $3,054/month. These declines contrast with the modest citywide rise and show localized market shifts.

Median rent

Median rent in Miami

$3,019/mo

increased by1%

vs previous year

The average rent in Miami is $3,019 per month as of August 2026. This is 57% above the national average rent, or $1,094 more per month.

$2.48

average price per square foot

Total rentals

Available rentals in Miami

6,101

for rent on Zumper.com as of August 2026

Rent price distribution

Share of Miami rentals at each price point

45%34%23%11%0%
$0 - $1,500
$1,501 - $3,000
$3,001 - $4,500
$4,501 - $6,000
$6,001 - $50,000

Rent trends in Miami, FL

Average rent prices in Miami have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 1% 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 Miami, FL

Rent prices in Miami vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Miami is $2,500, whereas a house costs $3,450. 1-bedroom apartments in Miami run $2,250 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $2,650.

Listings

Studio

$2,358

No Change

3%

1 bedroom

$2,564

1%

6%

2 bedroom

$3,000

2%

No Change

3 bedroom

$3,800

2%

3%

4 bedroom

$5,500

4%

6%

Studio

Average rent

$2,358

Last 30 days

No Change

Last year

3%

1 bedroom

Average rent

$2,564

Last 30 days

1%

Last year

6%

2 bedroom

Average rent

$3,000

Last 30 days

2%

Last year

No Change

3 bedroom

Average rent

$3,800

Last 30 days

2%

Last year

3%

4 bedroom

Average rent

$5,500

Last 30 days

4%

Last year

6%

The table above reflects average rent prices in Miami, 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 Miami, FL compare to other cities?

Compare median rent prices in Miami and Aventura by all bedroom counts and property types.

Miami

Median rent price$3,019
increased by57%

higher than the national median

Median rent price$3,314
increased by72%

higher than the national median

Takeaway

The median rent for all rentals in Miami, FL is 9% lower than the median rent in Aventura, FL.

Cost of living in Miami, 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 & Services8% higher
Groceries10% higher
Health12% lower
Housing57% higher
TransportationNo difference
Utilities2% higher

Discover rentals in Miami, FL

Brownsville Transit Village I - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

8.2

Very good

Brownsville Transit Village I

5255 Nw 29th Ave, Miami, FL 33142

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$623–$1,643

Apartment for rent

Superior Manor II - Photo 1 of 1

8h ago

8.5

Very good

Superior Manor II

2349 Nw 51st St, Miami, FL 33142

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$652–$2,014

Apartment for rent

18801 Ne 2nd Ave #1014 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Condo for rent in Miami

CONDOS - Miami, FL

18801 Ne 2nd Ave #1014, Miami, FL 33179

Studio

1 bath

$820

Condo for rent

5d+ ago

7.3

Very good

820 LIBERTY LLC

820 Nw 70th St, Miami, FL 33150

1 bed

1 bath

$1,000

Apartment for rent

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Frequently asked questions for Miami, FL

Quick answers to common questions about the Miami rental market.

How much is rent in Miami?

The average rent in Miami is $3,019 per month as of August 8, 2026.

Is rent up or down in Miami?

Average rent prices in Miami have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 1% since last year.

How does Miami rent compare to the national average?

Rent in Miami is 57% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $1,094 more per month.

Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Miami?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Miami are East Little Havana ($2,000/mo), West Little Havana ($2,200/mo), and Little Haiti ($2,350/mo).

What salary do I need to afford rent in Miami?

To comfortably afford rent in Miami, you'd need to earn approximately $121,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.

When is the best time of year to rent in Miami?

Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, one-bedroom apartments in Miami average around $2,510/month and two-bedrooms approximately $3,010/month, both down from last year.

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).

For additional insights into rental trends, including month-over-month changes and historical comparisons, see Zumper's Monthly Metro Report.

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