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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Bradenton, FL

Pricing Updated: 01/04/2026

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
Upper Manatee$2,207$1,395244
Lakewood Ranch Development$3,560$1,2281101
Lakewood Ranch$4,200$1,440405

Cheapest Available Bradenton Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Bradenton, FL is a 1 Bed unit found at 2121 9th Ave E in the Rogers neighborhood priced from $1,000. Flamingo Gardens in the Whitfield neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,065. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Bradenton apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
2121 9th Ave Efurnished1BR,$1,000
Flamingo GardensA1F1BR,1BA$1,065
Cortez Plaza Apartments1/11BR,1BA$1,099
301 FlatsOne Bed1BR,1BA$1,107
The Reef at Riviera 62+ Apartments1A (Audio/Visual Accessible)1BR,1BA$1,125
River Trace Apartments and HomesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,134
The Landings at Crystal CoveOne Bedroom One Bath Deluxe1BR,1BA$1,150
View Carlton ArmsE1Studio,1BA$1,185
Goldelm at Braden RiverS1Studio,1BA$1,195
Sarasota SouthSanibel1BR,1BA$1,199

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bradenton, FL

As of January 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bradenton area is the $1.57 price per square foot Driftwood Model at Annalise Glen Creek in the in the Fairfield neighborhood starting from $2,199. The second greatest value Bradenton apartment is the 2x2C Model at Bay Club Apartment Homes starting at $1,707 with a $1.37 price per square foot in the Bella Lago 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.
Annalise Glen CreekDriftwood3BR,2.5BA$1.57
Bay Club Apartment Homes2x2C2BR,2BA$1.37
Riverview63/2 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.39
Coral Club Apartment HomesB32BR,2BA$1.48
Blue Heron LivingSea Grass1BR,1BA$1.60
The Boulevard Apartment Homes2x22BR,2BA$1.62
Bradenton PalmsUpper Level2BR,1BA$1.56
Yacht ClubAruba1BR,1BA$1.61
River Trace Apartments and HomesTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.57
301 FlatsOne Bed1BR,1BA$1.61

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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 $1,199.

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 $3,322.

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 56 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 $157 which is $3,165 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Bradenton.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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