Rental FAQ — Palm Beach County

Answers from Patrick Bensimon, broker at Bensimon Palm Beach Realty. For help with your specific situation, call Patrick at (561) 779-1473 or his assistant Lily at (561) 765-7536 — you'll get matching listings in your email within minutes.
 

Q: How much does it cost to rent a home in Palm Beach County?
A: In fall 2026, most Palm Beach County rentals list between $1,400 and $2,500 a month for one- and two-bedroom homes. Small efficiencies in areas like Greenacres start under $1,000, standard 1-bedroom condos run about $1,400–$1,700, 2-bedroom townhouses in West Palm Beach list around $1,750, and furnished seasonal rentals in Jupiter and Palm Beach Gardens run several thousand a month in winter season.
 

Q: Can I rent a home in Palm Beach County with low credit?
A: Yes. Many landlords rent to tenants with low or damaged credit when the tenant has stable income and can pay the first month plus deposit. Some MLS listings carry no credit requirement at all, and private homes with no HOA are usually more flexible than HOA communities. Patrick Bensimon specializes in tricky situations — low credit, limited move-in funds, and very large dogs.
 

Q: What documents do I need to rent a house in Florida?
A: A government photo ID for every adult, recent pay stubs or proof of income, bank statements showing your move-in funds, and your rental history. Every adult who will live in the home completes an application. Having documents ready before you apply speeds everything up.
 

Q: How much is a security deposit in Palm Beach County?
A: Typically equal to one month's rent. Some landlords also ask for the last month up front, and application fees usually run $50–$100 per adult. HOA communities may add their own application fee.
 

Q: Does it cost me anything to use a rental broker?
A: In most Palm Beach County rentals, the landlord pays the broker's commission, so working with Patrick Bensimon costs the renter nothing extra — and you get daily MLS searches matched to your criteria instead of scrolling public sites.
 

Q: Can I tour a rental by video before I move?
A: Yes. Patrick offers live video showings: pick the listings you like and he walks you through them live on video, so you can tour from the comfort of your own home and sign with confidence, even before you arrive in Florida.
 

Q: Which Palm Beach County areas have the cheapest rent?
A: Greenacres and Lake Worth Beach consistently offer the county's lowest starting rents. West Palm Beach is mid-range and close to downtown jobs; Wellington costs more and suits families; Jupiter and Palm Beach Gardens are the premium end.
 

Q: How long does rental approval take?
A: With documents ready, private-landlord homes commonly approve in 2–5 business days and you can move in within about a week. HOA and condo communities add their own approval step, which can take 2–3 weeks — start early if you want a community.
 

Q: I have a large dog. Can I still rent?
A: Yes — many Palm Beach County landlords accept large dogs, and every MLS listing states its pet policy. Patrick specializes in placing renters with very large dogs; tell Lily your dog's breed and weight at (561) 765-7536 and you'll only get listings that accept your pet.
 

Q: How do I start my rental search?
A: Call Patrick at (561) 779-1473, or give your criteria — budget, bedrooms, areas, move-in date, pets — to his assistant Lily at (561) 765-7536 and get matching listings in your email within minutes. If you're moving to the area, the free Moving Concierge page on this site also connects you with movers, boxes, truck rentals, and setup services.
 

Bensimon Palm Beach Realty — Patrick Bensimon, Broker — (561) 779-1473 — Palm Beach County, Florida.