Average Rent in Lake Worth Beach, FL (2026): What Renters Pay and What Your Property Could Earn
Written by Jon C. Schmitt, Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker (BK645858) and Owner, True Patriot Property Management. Updated October 2026.
If you own a rental in Lake Worth Beach, the first question is always the same: what is it worth per month? The honest answer is that two well-known rent trackers do not agree right now, and the gap matters if you are pricing a lease. This guide shows both sets of numbers, how Lake Worth Beach compares with Boynton Beach and West Palm Beach, and how to set a rent that fills the unit without leaving money behind.
Quick answer: what is the average rent in Lake Worth Beach?
RentCafe puts the average rent in Lake Worth at $2,298 a month as of September 30, 2026, up 1.58% from $2,263 a year earlier. Zumper shows October 2026 rents of $1,595 for a 1-bedroom, $2,150 for a 2-bedroom, and $3,000 for a 3-bedroom, with 1- and 2-bedroom rents down 3% and 4% from a year ago. The two sources measure the market differently, so they will not match, but together they say the same thing: Lake Worth Beach is a mid-priced Palm Beach County market where pricing carefully matters more than it did two years ago.
Average rent in Lake Worth Beach by bedroom (2026)
| Bedrooms | RentCafe average (Sept 30, 2026) | Zumper rent (Oct 2026) | Zumper change vs last year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | $1,923 | $1,595 | Down 3% |
| 2 bedroom | $2,359 | $2,150 | Down 4% |
| 3 bedroom | $2,808 | $3,000 | No change |
| All units | $2,298 | Not listed | Not listed |
On a 2-bedroom, the two sources are $209 a month apart. Over a 12-month lease that is $2,508 in rent, which is why we do not price from a single website. If you want to see how we reach a number for a specific address, read our guide to how much you can rent your Florida house for.
Lake Worth Beach vs. Boynton Beach and West Palm Beach
Using RentCafe averages for all three cities so the comparison is apples to apples:
| City | All units | 1 bed | 2 bed | 3 bed | Change vs last year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Worth | $2,298 | $1,923 | $2,359 | $2,808 | Up 1.58% |
| Boynton Beach | $2,421 | $2,100 | $2,509 | $2,969 | Up 4.76% |
| West Palm Beach | $2,490 | $2,191 | $2,627 | $3,190 | Up 4.58% |
Lake Worth is $123 a month below Boynton Beach and $192 below West Palm Beach on the overall average, and a 2-bedroom runs $150 less than Boynton Beach and $268 less than West Palm Beach. It also grew more slowly over the past year, 1.58% against roughly 4.6% to 4.8% for its neighbors. That is useful for owners: Lake Worth Beach tenants can compare you to nearby cities, so an overpriced listing sits. For the neighbors, see our Boynton Beach rent guide and our Boca Raton rent guide.
What is happening to rents in Palm Beach County
Zumper describes Lake Worth rents as continuing to cool from a 2024 peak, and its 30-day figures show 1-bedroom rents down 2%, 2-bedrooms down 1%, and 3-bedrooms down 2%. We covered the wider South Florida pattern in South Florida rents are dropping in 2026. For an owner, the practical takeaway is not to price from last year’s lease. A rent that worked in 2024 can add weeks of vacancy today.
How to price your Lake Worth Beach rental
Start with recent leases and active listings for similar homes close to yours, not city-wide averages. Then adjust for the things averages hide: condition and updates, parking, in-unit laundry, pet policy, and how close you are to downtown Lake Worth Beach and the beach side of town. Price a little under a stale listing and you will usually lease faster than the owner who holds out for the top of the range.
A vacant month costs more than most owners expect. On a $2,359 rent, one extra month empty wipes out the benefit of asking $100 more for a year. In our experience, well-priced homes in Lake Worth typically lease within 2 to 4 weeks with professional marketing, and that is the timeline we plan around.
What a Lake Worth Beach owner keeps after management
Our Lake Worth property management fee is a flat 10% of monthly rent collected, with no vendor markups. On a 2-bedroom at the RentCafe average of $2,359, that is $235.90 a month, or about $2,831 a year. At the Zumper figure of $2,150, it is $215 a month, or $2,580 a year. Management fees vary by company, so ask what is included and what is billed on top. Our guide to the hidden costs of property management in Florida covers the questions to ask.
What could your Lake Worth Beach property rent for?
Get a free market evaluation for your address, then a live walkthrough of the results. Serving owners across Palm Beach County, Broward County, and Southwest Florida.
Talk to our teamCall 561-502-3227Next door in West Palm Beach, rents run higher still. See our average rent in West Palm Beach for 2026 for the bedroom-by-bedroom numbers and what that means for owners.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Lake Worth Beach in 2026?
RentCafe reports an average of $2,298 a month as of September 30, 2026, with 1-bedrooms at $1,923, 2-bedrooms at $2,359, and 3-bedrooms at $2,808. Zumper shows lower 1- and 2-bedroom rents ($1,595 and $2,150) and $3,000 for a 3-bedroom in October 2026. The sources use different methods, so use them as a range.
Are rents in Lake Worth Beach going up or down?
It depends on the source. RentCafe shows the average up 1.58% from a year ago, while Zumper shows 1-bedroom rents down 3% and 2-bedroom rents down 4% over the same period. Both point to a market that has stopped rising quickly.
Is Lake Worth Beach cheaper than Boynton Beach or West Palm Beach?
Yes. On RentCafe averages, Lake Worth is $123 a month below Boynton Beach and $192 below West Palm Beach. A 2-bedroom is $150 less than Boynton Beach and $268 less than West Palm Beach.
How fast does a rental lease in Lake Worth Beach?
Our experience is that well-priced rental homes in Lake Worth typically lease within 2 to 4 weeks with professional marketing. Overpriced listings take longer, and every extra week on the market costs you rent.
How much does property management cost in Lake Worth Beach?
Fees in this market are typically between 8% and 12% of the monthly rent collected. True Patriot charges a flat 10% monthly management fee with no vendor markups. Always ask what is included in a manager’s fee and what is billed separately.
Does a property manager need a license in Florida?
Generally yes. Under Section 475.01, Florida Statutes, a person who rents or negotiates rentals of real property for others for compensation acts as a broker. Section 475.011 exempts owners who lease their own property. You can check any manager using our guide to verifying a Florida property manager license.
The bottom line
Lake Worth Beach is a lower-priced, slower-growing corner of Palm Beach County than Boynton Beach or West Palm Beach, and the two main rent trackers disagree by about $200 on a 2-bedroom. Price from comparable homes, not a single average, and plan for 2 to 4 weeks to lease. If you want a number for your address, schedule a free market evaluation or reach out to our team.
Rent figures come from RentCafe (updated September 30, 2026) and Zumper (October 2026), and fee and leasing-time statements come from our Lake Worth property management page. They are market figures, not a rent estimate for any specific property. This article summarizes Sections 475.01 and 475.011, Florida Statutes, and is general information, not legal advice.
Choosing a manager? Compare published fees and services in our guide to the best property management companies in Lake Worth Beach.
Comparing nearby cities? See average rent in Delray Beach (2026).