Bedroom count
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Last updated on May 21, 2026
Average rent in
Pensacola, FL
Average rent in
Last updated on May 21, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Pensacola rent stands today
Pensacola, FL rent is essentially flat year over year, with a current median of $1,745/month. Month over month, rents eased 2.8%, a more notable recent shift for renters in this market.
Compared to national trends
Pensacola sits 10.5% more affordable than the $1,949/month national median, offering a moderately priced option for renters compared to other metros.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studios in Pensacola rent for $800/month, 1-bedrooms for $1,295/month, and 2-bedrooms for $1,400/month, with 3-bedrooms at $1,850/month and 4+ bedrooms reaching $2,150/month. Houses rent higher at $1,850/month compared to apartments at $1,400/month.
Neighborhood spotlight
Landfall and Leeward neighborhoods saw rents fall by over 50% year over year to $1,875 and $2,000/month respectively, while Russell Bayou declined 44.7%. These declines contrast with the citywide flat trend and show localized market shifts.
Median rent
Median rent in Pensacola
$1,745/mo
vs previous year
The average rent in Pensacola is $1,745 per month as of May 2026. This is 10% below the national average rent, or $204 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Pensacola
437
for rent on Zumper.com as of May 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Pensacola rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Pensacola, FL
Average rent prices in Pensacola have decreased by 3% over the last month and have remained the same 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
Pensacola, FL
Rent prices in Pensacola vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Pensacola is $1,400, whereas a house costs $1,850. 1-bedroom apartments in Pensacola run $1,299 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,400.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $800 |  9% | 39% | |
1 bedroom | $1,295 | 2% | 2% | |
2 bedroom | $1,400 | 1% | 2% | |
3 bedroom | $1,850 | 1% | No Change | |
4 bedroom | $2,150 |  2% | 2% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Cordova Park | $2,200 | |
Downtown Pensacola | $2,100 | |
Gulf Beach | $3,000 | |
Manchester | $1,700 | |
Mariners Village | $1,445 | |
Scenic Heights | $1,850 | |
Seville Historic District | $1,972 | |
Siguenza Cove | $2,000 | |
Treasure Hill Park | $1,997 | |
Westpointe Heritage | $1,737 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,400 | 2% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,500 | 5% | No Change | |
Houses | $1,850 | No Change | No Change | |
Rooms | $800 | 3% | - |
Studio
Average rent
$800
Last 30 days
9%
Last year
39%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,295
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
2%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,400
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
2%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,850
Last 30 days
1%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,150
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
2%
Downtown Pensacola
Average rent
$2,100
Mariners Village
Average rent
$1,445
Gulf Beach
Average rent
$3,000
Westpointe Heritage
Average rent
$1,737
Treasure Hill Park
Average rent
$1,997
Scenic Heights
Average rent
$1,850
Seville Historic District
Average rent
$1,972
Manchester
Average rent
$1,700
Cordova Park
Average rent
$2,200
Siguenza Cove
Average rent
$2,000
Apartments
Average rent
$1,400
Last 30 days
2%
Condos
Average rent
$1,500
Last 30 days
5%
Houses
Average rent
$1,850
Last 30 days
No Change
Rooms
Average rent
$800
Last 30 days
3%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Pensacola, 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 Pensacola, FL compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Pensacola and Bellview by all bedroom counts and property types.
Pensacola
10%lower than the national median
13%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Pensacola, FL is 3% higher than the median rent in Bellview, FL.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,700
4%$1,512
10%$1,725
8%$1,800
$2,295
3%$1,850
$2,150
$2,200
10%$1,997
61%$1,997
8%$1,375
19%$1,450
13%Cost of living in Pensacola, 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 | 12% lower |
| Groceries | 14% lower |
| Health | 14% lower |
| Housing | 25% lower |
| Transportation | 2% higher |
| Utilities | 11% higher |
Discover rentals in Pensacola, FL
3d ago
St. John's Coalition house for rent in Pensacola
2 beds
1 bath
$850
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Pensacola
1421 N 61st Ave #302, Pensacola, FL 32506
2 beds
1 bath
$875
House for rent
2d ago
House for rent in Pensacola
1505 N 62nd Ave, Pensacola, FL 32506
2 beds
1 bath
$950
House for rent
5d+ ago
1474 S Fairfield Dr, Pensacola, FL 32507
2 beds
1 bath
$1,000
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Inverness house for rent in Pensacola
3019 Keats Dr, Pensacola, FL 32503
4 beds
2.5 baths
$5,500
$4,700
Price drop
House for rent
4d ago
Verified
8511 Myslak Way, Pensacola, FL 32526
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,183–$3,737
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Gulf Beach townhouse for rent in Pensacola
14278 Beach Heather Ct #1, Pensacola, FL 32507
2 beds
2.5 baths
$3,375
House for rent
Available Dec 6
5d+ ago
House for rent in Pensacola
1633 E Hatton St, Pensacola, FL 32503
3 beds
2 baths
$3,300
House for rent
3h ago
Verified
9121 Pine Forest Rd, Pensacola, FL 32534
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,588–$1,983
Apartment for rent
Available Oct 1
1d ago
Verified
2355 West Michigan Avenue, Pensacola, FL 32526
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,125–$1,725
House for rent
Available Sep 11
2h ago
Verified
8533 Riverstone Dr, Pensacola, FL 32526
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,359–$2,063
Apartment for rent
5h ago
Verified
9009 University Pkwy, Pensacola, FL 32514
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,146–$1,742
Price drop
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
2355 West Michigan Avenue, Pensacola, FL 32526
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,125–$1,725
House for rent
Available Sep 11
2h ago
Verified
8533 Riverstone Dr, Pensacola, FL 32526
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,359–$2,063
Apartment for rent
5h ago
Verified
9009 University Pkwy, Pensacola, FL 32514
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,146–$1,742
Price drop
Apartment for rent
4h ago
Verified
8800 Pine Forest Rd, Pensacola, FL 32534
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,389–$3,561
Apartment for rent
3h ago
Verified
9121 Pine Forest Rd, Pensacola, FL 32534
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,588–$1,983
Apartment for rent
Available Oct 1
2h ago
Verified
8533 Riverstone Dr, Pensacola, FL 32526
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,359–$2,063
Apartment for rent
5h ago
Verified
9009 University Pkwy, Pensacola, FL 32514
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,146–$1,742
Price drop
Apartment for rent
7h ago
Verified
7840 Lilac Ln, Pensacola, FL 32514
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,495–$1,888
Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Pensacola, FL
Quick answers to common questions about the Pensacola rental market.
How much is rent in Pensacola?
The average rent in Pensacola is $1,745 per month as of May 16, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Pensacola?
Average rent prices in Pensacola have decreased by 3% over the last month and have remained the same since last year.
How does Pensacola rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Pensacola is 10% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $204 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Pensacola?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Pensacola are Mariners Village ($1,445/mo), Manchester ($1,700/mo), and Westpointe Heritage ($1,737/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Pensacola?
To comfortably afford rent in Pensacola, you'd need to earn approximately $70,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Pensacola?
Pensacola's 2025 rental market shows 1-bedroom apartments averaging around $1,300 per month, while 2-bedroom units rent for around $1,400 monthly. These figures reflect the current pricing across the city's diverse neighborhoods and property types.
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).