Average Rent in Deltona, FL↓ Rents falling 1.6% YoY
HUD FY2027 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 689,939
Market Overview
Deltona, FL has rental prices ranging from $1,258/month to $2,403/month in 2027, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $1,363/month — 3% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $67,599/year, spending $1,363/month on a 1-bedroom represents 24% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.
How Deltona Compares
With an average 2-bedroom rent of $1,673/month, Deltona ranks #15 most expensive of the 56 cities tracked in Florida — pricier than 93% of all US cities in our data.
The Deltona Rental Market
The Deltona, FL area has a population of about 689,939 and 26% of households renting rather than owning. That renter share runs below the US average of ~34%, a more homeowner-heavy market where rental inventory can be limited.
Rent Trends
2-bedroom rents in Deltona, FL have fallen by $27/month (1.6%) over the past year, from $1,700 to $1,673. Rents have remained relatively stable year over year, indicating a balanced rental market in the area.
Affordability
To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Deltona, FL without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $54,520. The local median household income of $67,599 exceeds that threshold by $13,079, making Deltona relatively accessible compared to local wages.
Rent vs. Buy
The median home value in Deltona, FL is $297,684, giving a price-to-rent ratio of 14.8. The break-even point between renting and buying is roughly 15 years — renting offers more flexibility for shorter stays, while buying makes more sense for long-term residents.
Fair Market Rents
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Nearby Cities in FLlargest metros in the state
| City | Studio | 1BR | 2BR | 3BR | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Lauderdale | $1,759 | $1,902 | $2,321 | $3,172 | — |
| West Palm Beach | $1,907 | $2,008 | $2,349 | $3,052 | — |
| Miami | $1,953 | $2,121 | $2,564 | $3,277 | — |
| Tampa | $1,597 | $1,648 | $1,917 | $2,448 | — |
| Orlando | $1,658 | $1,726 | $1,959 | $2,445 | — |
| Jacksonville | $1,401 | $1,421 | $1,694 | $2,077 | — |
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