Renting in Orlando? You’ll pay more than you would in most major metros

ORLANDO, Fla. — Editor’s note: This story is available as a result of a content partnership between WFTV and the Orlando Business Journal.

Landlords are making a killing in Florida.

Read: ‘Season for healing’: Jada Pinkett Smith breaks silence after Will Smith slaps Chris Rock

The median monthly rent for a one-bedroom apartment in Orlando was $1,610 as of March 15, a 26.8% increase from the year before, when one-bedroom units went for $1,270.

VIDEO: Orlando introduces new affordable housing program Orlando introduces new affordable housing program

Further, the average monthly rent for a two-bedroom apartment here was $1,900 as of March 15, up 35.7% from the year before, when the amount went for $1,400, according to a recent study from Zumper, a San Francisco-based company that lists houses, condos and apartments for rent.

Read: Report reveals that teen who died after fall from drop tower was over weight, size limit for ride

Click here to read the full story on the Orlando Business Journal’s website.

©2022 Cox Media Group