ORLANDO — Rent prices in Orlando projected to rise 5% in next year

Real estate experts say Orlando is one of 20 cities across the country that will see increases in apartment rental prices in the next year.Rent prices in Orlando projected to rise 5% next year

It’s estimated prices will increase by at least 5 percent.

Apartments in downtown currently average nearly $900 per month for a one bedroom.

Apartment Hunters is a service that helps renters find an apartment home that fits their budget and location needs.

Agents there said with prices continuing to rise, many are being forced to move out of the city and in some cases, out of the state to find affordable housing.Rent prices in Orlando projected to rise 5% next year