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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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property at 702 21st Ave W

$1,150 - $1,350

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702 21st Ave W

BradentonFL34205

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property at 4802 51st St W

$1,275

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$1,275
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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Aug 16

4802 51st St W, Unit 2010

4802 51st St W
BradentonFL34210
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$1,297 - $1,9351 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Riverview6

801 6th Ave WBradenton, FL 34205
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property at 4850 51st St W

$1,325 - $1,395

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4850 51st St W

BradentonFL34210
property at 914 23rd St W

$1,345

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914 23rd St W
BradentonFL34205
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1310 3rd Ave W
$1,350
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartment Available Now

1310 3rd Ave W

1310 3rd Ave WBradenton, FL 34205
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The Met
$1,377 - $1,617
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1402 13th St WBradenton, FL 34205
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property at 3626 59th Ave W

$1,400

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2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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3626 59th Ave W, Unit 3626

3626 59th Ave W
BradentonFL34210
property at 620 57th Ave W

$1,400 - $1,550

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2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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620 57th Ave W

BradentonFL34207

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Bradenton, FL

Pricing Updated: 07/07/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Bradenton, FL area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Bradenton Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Lakewood Ranch Development$3,500$1,255852
Lakewood Ranch$3,512$1,458319
Upper Manatee$5,536$1,410197

Cheapest Available Bradenton Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Bradenton, FL is a 2 Beds unit found at Oak Leaf Village in the Caloosa Gardens neighborhood priced from $750. 2121 9th Ave E in the Bradenton neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Bradenton apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Oak Leaf Village2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$750
2121 9th Ave Efurnished1BR,$1,000
301 FlatsOne Bed1BR,1BA$1,107
Mira Lagos ApartmentsMallorca1BR,1BA$1,111
The Landings at Crystal CoveOne Bedroom One Bath Deluxe Washer Dryer1BR,1BA$1,150
Astoria on 9th1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,175
River Trace Apartments and HomesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,207
View Carlton ArmsE1Studio,1BA$1,220
The Savoy at 3011 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,236
The Reef at Riviera 62+ Apartments1A1BR,1BA$1,240

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bradenton, FL

As of July 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bradenton area is the $1.57 price per square foot Pelican Model at Echo Lake in the in the Lakewood Ranch - Greenbrook Banks neighborhood starting from $2,065. The second greatest value Bradenton apartment is the Dillon Model at Lost Creek at Lakewood Ranch starting at $1,715 with a $1.50 price per square foot in the Lakewood Ranch - Greenbrook Banks neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bradenton apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Echo LakePelican3BR,2BA$1.57
Lost Creek at Lakewood RanchDillon2BR,2BA$1.50
Everest GardensThe Lily3BR,1BA$1.50
Bay Club Apartment Homes2x2A2BR,2BA$1.51
Harbour Pointe Apartment HomesMartinique2BR,2BA$1.54
2423 51st Avenue Ter W, Unit 24232423 51st Avenue Ter W2BR,1BA$1.58
Palm Cove ApartmentsDogwood2BR,1BA$1.58
Mira Lagos ApartmentsLa Palma2BR,2BA$1.60
Cypress Winds Apartment HomesArbor1BR,1BA$1.59
Oak Leaf Village3 Beds, 1 bath3BR,1BA$1.47

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Bradenton Overview

Life in the sunshine state doesn't get much better than Bradenton, Florida. Ideally located in the aptly-named Manatee County, this on-the-move southern hot spot is a fantastic place to live, work and play. 

Why live in Bradenton, FL?

Home to numerous national brands such as Champ's Sports and a thriving arts district, Bradenton apartments for rent are available to suit a wide range of lifestyles and budgets. Brimming with Florida charm as well as much in the way of natural beauty thanks to lublic parks and rivers, this jewel of the sunshine state is a must-consider for anyone eager to connect with a new place to call home in the south.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bradenton Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Bradenton?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Bradenton is under $1,240.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Bradenton?

The cheapest apartment in Bradenton is 2121 9th Ave E which is listed at $1,000, while the average apartment in Bradenton costs $4,182.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Bradenton?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 54 regular apartments in Bradenton that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Bradenton?

Cheap apartments in Bradenton have an average cost of $139 which is $4,043 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Bradenton.

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