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Average rent in West Palm Beach, Florida

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The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in West Palm Beach is $2,420, while the average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment is $3,037. Rent rates updated 5 days ago
Studio
$2,434
1 Bed
$2,420
2 Beds
$3,037
3+ Beds
$4,141
* Averages are based on the rental prices of properties listed on Apartment List

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Exploring Places for Rent in West Palm Beach

West Palm Beach is a palm-lined paradise that appeals to people from all walks of life. Thanks to the incredible South Florida weather, residents enjoy year-round sunshine, making it a favorite spot for snowbirds and surfers alike. Those looking for apartments to rent in West Palm Beach will find a laid-back lifestyle and rich cultural scene that makes every day feel like a vacation.

Venturing into the city, you’ll run into Clematis Street, where trendy restaurants, upscale clubs, and designer shops occupy charming historic buildings. It's the perfect place to mingle or enjoy an evening out in style. Beyond nightlife, West Palm Beach boasts an impressive art scene, with venues like the Norton Museum of Art and the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts. These locations draw a diverse community of creatives — artists, actors, dancers, and singers — adding a dynamic cultural layer to the city.

From exploring Riviera Beach to enjoying a rooftop bar atop a luxury high-rise, there’s always something exciting to do in the city. If you’re looking for apartments in Florida, West Palm Beach stands out as a top contender.

If you’re ready to call this city home, make your move easy with Apartment List. Our algorithm matches you with the perfect place in West Palm Beach that fits your lifestyle and budget. With our AI-powered Renter Quiz, we’ll find a list of properties that check all your boxes. Whether you’re looking for a patio overlooking the ocean, a rooftop pool, or a state-of-the-art gym, Apartment List will find your dream home.

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West Palm Beach Rent Report: March 2025

Welcome to the Apartment List March 2025 Rent Report for West Palm Beach, FL. Currently, the overall median rent in the city stands at $1,722, roughly the same as last month. Prices remain down 0.7% year-over-year. Read on to learn more about what’s been happening in the West Palm Beach rental market and how it compares to trends throughout the broader Miami metro area and the nation as a whole.

West Palm Beach Renter Confidence Survey
National study of renter’s satisfaction with their cities and states
Here’s how West Palm Beach ranks on:
B
Overall satisfaction
B
Safety and crime rate
C+
Jobs and career opportunities
C+
Recreational activities
B-
Affordability
B+
Quality of schools
C
Social Life
B+
Weather
D
Commute time
A+
State and local taxes
C
Public transit
B-
Pet-friendliness

Overview of Findings

Apartment List has released West Palm Beach’s results from the third annual Apartment List Renter Satisfaction Survey. This survey, which drew on responses from over 45,000 renters, provides insight on what states and cities must do to meet the needs of 111 million American renters nationwide.

"West Palm Beach renters expressed general satisfaction with the city overall," according to Apartment List. "However, ratings varied greatly across different categories, indicating that even though renters love West Palm Beach, some aspects can be better."

Key findings in West Palm Beach include the following:

  • West Palm Beach renters gave their city a B overall.
  • The highest-rated categories for West Palm Beach were state and local taxes (A+), weather (B+) and quality of local schools (B+).
  • The areas of concern to West Palm Beach renters are commute time (D), public transit (C) and social life (C).
  • West Palm Beach did relatively well compared to other cities in Florida, including Miami (C+), Orlando (C) and Tallahassee (F).
  • West Palm Beach earned similar scores compared to other cities nationwide, including Portland, OR (B), Dallas, TX (B) and Atlanta, GA (B).
  • The top rated cities nationwide for renter satisfaction include Scottsdale, AZ, Irvine, CA, Boulder, CO and Ann Arbor, MI. The lowest rated cities include Tallahassee, FL, Stockton, CA, Dayton, OH, Detroit, MI and Newark, NJ.

Renters say:

  • "West Palm Beach is a multicultural city with many shopping places and social activities." – Anon.
  • "The cost of living in West Palm Beach is very high compared to the salaries." – April J.
  • "I love the mix of different races of people, access to beaches and the weather." – Shamara L.
  • "I love that it’s close to the beach and that there’s so much fun nightlife. Lots of restaurants and bars, and kid-friendly activities and events. I don’t like that it can be crowded sometimes." – Kari R.

For more information on the survey methodology and findings or to speak to one of our researchers, please contact our team at rentonomics@apartmentlist.com.

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Living in West Palm Beach, FL

Greetings, future Sunshine State renters! A little birdie on the boardwalk told us you’re in the market for the apartment of your dreams in West Palm Beach. Good call! Situated alongside Miami and Fort Lauderdale in perpetually sunny South Florida, West Palm is a popular living locale. It offers tons of breathtaking views, shopping and dining venues, and (most importantly!) affordable rental options. But before you pack your SPF 3000 and your snorkeling gear and seek out your dream dwellings, we recommend you take a quick peek at these simple tips that will make your transition to WPB as pleasant as a cool ocean breeze …

Although freestanding houses dominate the Gardens, some apartments, condos, and townhouses (ranging in price from $700 or less to $2200 or more depending on size and amenities) are available as well

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Sources:
  • School data: GreatSchools
  • Crime data: CrimeIndex (U.S.) provided by Precisely used data sourced from Precisely, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), and various law enforcement agencies. These organizations do not accept responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of the data used in this product.
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