In unit laundry, Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, 24hr maintenance + more
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, 24hr maintenance + more
W/D hookup, Patio / balcony, Pet friendly, 24hr maintenance, Parking, Walk in closets + more
In unit laundry, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Stainless steel, Walk in closets, 24hr gym + more
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, 24hr maintenance + more
On-site laundry, Putting green, Patio / balcony, Pet friendly, 24hr maintenance, Cable included + more
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly + more
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, 24hr maintenance + more
W/D hookup, Patio / balcony, Pet friendly, Walk in closets, Gym, Pool + more
W/D hookup, Patio / balcony, Pet friendly, 24hr maintenance, Air conditioning, Ceiling fan + more
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly + more
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Pet friendly, New construction, Garage, 24hr gym + more
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage + more
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage + more
Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage, Gym, Pool + more
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly + more
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.
Apartments in West Palm Beach are on the higher side, but remember — you’re paying for a slice of paradise. Famous beaches, first-class golf courses, and incredible dining and entertainment attract residents from around the world, keeping the demand for housing high.
As a result, the average price for West Palm Beach apartment rentals is $1,685. Here are the typical prices you can expect to pay for different types of rentals in West Palm Beach:
The rental market in West Palm Beach is going down slightly compared to the national average. That’s good news for those looking for West Palm Beach, Florida apartments, especially compared to other large cities in Florida.
When you factor in additional living costs like transportation, groceries, and utilities, West Palm Beach can be a bit costly. But you can find more affordable apartment complexes outside downtown West Palm Beach. Our rent calculator can help you pinpoint the right price bracket for your financial situation.
Welcome to the Apartment List October 2025 Rent Report for West Palm Beach, FL. Currently, the overall median rent in the city stands at $1,735, roughly the same as last month. Prices and are now up 2.8% 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.
The median rent in West Palm Beach rose by 0.4% over the course of September, and has now increased by a total of 2.8% over the past 12 months. West Palm Beach’s rent growth over the past year has has outpaced both state (-1.3%) and national (-0.8%) averages.
Nine months into the year, rents in West Palm Beach have risen 1.1%. This is a faster rate of growth compared to what the city was experiencing at this point last year: from January to September 2024 rents had decreased 1.9%.
If we expand our view to the wider Miami metro area, the median rent is $1,811 meaning that the median price in West Palm Beach ($1,735) is 4.2% lower than the price across the metro as a whole. Metro-wide annual rent growth stands at 0.4%, below the rate of rent growth within just the city.
The table below shows the latest rent stats for 24 cities in the Miami metro area that are included in our database. Among them, Boca Raton is currently the most expensive, with a median rent of $2,429. North Miami is the metro’s most affordable city, with a median rent of $1,484. The metro's fastest annual rent growth is occurring in Fort Lauderdale (3.1%) while the slowest is in Palm Springs (-2.7%).
You can also use the map below to explore the latest rent trends in the Miami metropolitan area.
Apartment List is committed to the accuracy and transparency of our rent estimates. We begin with reliable median rent statistics from the Census Bureau, then extrapolate them forward to the current month using a growth rate calculated from our listing data. In doing so, we use a same-unit analysis similar to Case-Shiller’s approach, capturing apartment transactions over time to provide an accurate picture of rent growth in cities across the country. Our approach corrects for the sample bias inherent in other private sources, producing results that are much closer to statistics published by the Census Bureau and HUD. For more details, please see the Apartment List Rent Estimate Methodology.
Apartment List publishes monthly rent reports and underlying data for hundreds of cities across the nation, as well as data aggregated for counties, metros, and states. These data are intended to be a source of reliable information that help renters and policymakers make sound decisions. Insights from our data are covered regularly by journalists across the country. To access the data yourself, please visit our Data Downloads Page.
Welcome to the Apartment List October 2025 Rent Report for West Palm Beach, FL. Currently, the overall median rent in the city stands at $1,735, roughly the same as last month. Prices and are now up 2.8% 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.
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:
Renters say:
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.
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
View West Palm Beach City GuideGreetings, 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
The representation of ethnic minorities in West Palm Beach is higher than the national average. The eight main ethnic groups that make up the population of West Palm Beach are White (35.4%), Black Or African American (33.6%), Hispanic Or Latino (24.6%), Two Or More (3.8%), Asian (2.4%), Other (0.1%), American Indian Or Alaska Native (0%), and Native Hawaiian Or Other Pacific Islander (0%).
The representation of ethnic minorities in West Palm Beach is higher than the national average. The eight main ethnic groups that make up the population of West Palm Beach are White (35.4%), Black Or African American (33.6%), Hispanic Or Latino (24.6%), Two Or More (3.8%), Asian (2.4%), Other (0.1%), American Indian Or Alaska Native (0%), and Native Hawaiian Or Other Pacific Islander (0%).
Apartment List has released the results for West Palm Beach from the third annual Apartment List Renter Satisfaction Survey. This survey, which drew on responses from over 45,000 renters nationwide, provides insight on what states and cities must do to meet the needs of the country’s 111 million renters.
