Green Cove Springs, FL Rent Control 2026
Green Cove Springs has no local rent control. Know the rules before your next rent increase.
Green Cove Springs does not have rent control. Florida does not impose a statewide rent cap. Landlords may raise rent by any amount with 30-day written notice. Retaliatory increases are prohibited.
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Key Takeaways — Green Cove Springs Rent Control
- Key rule: Local Rules Apply
- Violation risk: owe back-rent to tenants
Rent Control in Green Cove Springs
Green Cove Springs landlords must follow Florida state law on rent control. Understanding the specific rules, deadlines, and penalties can prevent costly violations.
$1,658
median 2BR rent
Local Rules Apply
key requirement
Penalty Warning
Violate Florida rent control rules in Green Cove Springs and you could owe back-rent to tenants. At Green Cove Springs's median rent of $1,658/month, even a single violation adds up fast.
Green Cove Springs Rental Market Context
Green Cove Springs is the 171st-largest city in Florida (population 10,130). With a median 2-bedroom rent of $1,658/month, it falls in the above-average range for Florida rental costs — 13% above the state median of $1,471/month.
How Green Cove Springs Compares in Clay County
Green Cove Springs ranks #1 of 4 cities in Clay County by population. Because rent control rules are often tied to rent amounts, costs vary across the county.
| City | Population | Median Rent | Rent Cap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Green Cove Springs | 10,130 | $1,658/mo | No local cap |
| Orange Park | 9,064 | $1,658/mo | No local cap |
| Keystone Heights | 1,536 | $1,658/mo | No local cap |
| Penney Farms | 838 | $1,658/mo | No local cap |
Rents based on HUD Fair Market Rents (FY2026) for Clay County, Florida. All cities follow Florida state law unless a local ordinance applies.
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Rents based on HUD Fair Market Rents (FY2026) for Clay County.
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