St. Augustine rent tracker.
What renters are paying in St. Augustine by bedroom count and submarket. The historic district premium, Anastasia Island coastal premium, and the unique vacation-rental supply constraints.
St. Augustine rents in 2026.
St. Augustine's rental market is meaningfully smaller than rental markets in Jacksonville or Orlando. The tourism economy creates a substantial short-term rental dynamic — Old City historic homes and Anastasia Island condos often achieve higher economic returns as vacation rentals than as 12-month leases, which constrains long-term rental inventory.
Rent growth has cooled from the 8-12% peaks of 2021-2022 to a more normalized 2-3% YoY range. Some areas have seen modest concessions return, particularly mid-market inland inventory in 32086 and 32092.
Single-family rentals (3-4 BR) in the school-driven inland zones command a meaningful premium over condo and apartment inventory because there's relatively little of it.
| Unit Type | Median Rent | Range | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,450 | $1,200-$1,850 | +1.2% |
| 1 bedroom | $1,750 | $1,400-$2,295 | +2.1% |
| 2 bedroom | $2,195 | $1,750-$3,200 | +2.8% |
| 3 bedroom | $2,695 | $2,150-$4,200 | +3.4% |
| 4 bedroom | $3,395 | $2,750-$5,500+ | +3.0% |
| Single-family home (3-4 BR) | $3,095 | $2,450-$5,500+ | +3.5% |
Median rents based on active listings and recent 12-month leases, May 2026. Range reflects 10th-90th percentile. Short-term rental rates are not reflected here.
Rent by submarket.
Where you rent in St. Augustine matters substantially. Anastasia Island and the Old City command premium rents over Jacksonville metro because of their tourism-economy positioning and the constrained supply of long-term rentals. Inland 32092 and 32086 are more affordable.
Renters frequently underestimate utility costs and parking in the historic district. Old City rentals often lack dedicated parking, which is a meaningful issue. Anastasia Island and St. Augustine Beach summer cooling bills can easily run $200-$400/month.
| Submarket | Median 2 BR | Median 3 BR | Premium vs. NEFL Metro |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old City / Historic (32084) | $2,495 | $3,195 | +37% |
| Anastasia Island (32080) | $2,795 | $3,495 | +53% |
| St. Augustine Beach (city) | $2,495 | $3,150 | +37% |
| 32086 / SR-A1A south corridor | $1,895 | $2,395 | +4% |
| 32092 / inland north | $1,895 | $2,395 | +4% |
| 32095 / Vilano + Shores | $2,395 | $2,995 | +31% |
Premium calculated against $1,825 NEFL metro 2-BR median. Single-family premiums add 10-15%.
St. Augustine rent has gotten more competitive but remains tight by Florida standards because tourism economics constrain long-term supply. If you want to rent in the Old City or on Anastasia Island, expect to compete and pay a premium. If you're flexible on submarket — particularly inland 32086 or 32092 — you can find better value in single-family inventory near A-rated schools without sacrificing access to the historic core or the beach.
Rent data drawn from active rental listings, Zillow Rental Index, ApartmentList monthly reports, NEFAR MLS, and local property management transaction data for southern St. Johns County. Short-term rental rates are tracked separately and not reflected here.
Primary sources: Zillow Rental Index · ApartmentList · NEFAR rental listings · Local property management. Data accuracy reflects Momentum Realty's best available information as of the last update date.
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Last updated: Q2 2026 (May). Next refresh: Q3 2026 (August).