Typical ranges: 8–10% of monthly rent for single-family homes; 8–12% for condos/townhomes; multifamily pricing varies by unit count and services. Ask about leasing, renewal, and maintenance coordination fees before signing.

Seasonality and price point matter, but well-priced homes with professional photos and prompt showings commonly lease within 2–4 weeks. Proximity to US-1, schools, and Homestead Air Reserve Base can accelerate demand.

Under Fla. Stat. §83.49, deposits must be held in compliant accounts with required notices. After move-out, landlords generally have 30 days to claim deductions and must provide an itemized notice; otherwise the deposit must be returned (timelines vary if no claims).

Common criteria include credit review, background/eviction history, income verification (often ~3× rent), and rental references—applied consistently and in compliance with Fair Housing laws.

Best practice is a 24/7 request portal and emergency line, licensed local vendors, owner approval thresholds for larger repairs, and photo-documented before/after work orders with clear ETAs.

Florida typically uses a 3-day notice to pay or vacate for nonpayment (excluding weekends/legal holidays) under Fla. Stat. §83.56(3), followed by court process if unpaid. Local rules or lease language may set additional requirements.