Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Riva Trace Neighborhood of Bradenton, FL from $1,400 (71 Rentals)

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Riva Trace, Bradenton, FL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Riva Trace Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Riva Trace area of Sarasota, FL is a 1 Bed unit found at Venue at Lakewood Ranch priced from $1,550. TGM University Park has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,599. Here are the most affordable Riva Trace apartments for rent in Sarasota, FL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Venue at Lakewood RanchA11BR,1BA$1,550
TGM University ParkA11BR,1BA$1,599
TGM Palm AireA21BR,1BA$1,599
Magnolia EstatesA11BR,1BA$1,635
MAA Lakewood Ranch11A1BR,1BA$1,668
Lost Creek at Lakewood RanchSundance1BR,1BA$1,675
Tradition at Palm AireA2R1BR,1BA$1,734
SolaireA21BR,1BA$1,735
The Crossing at Palm Aire1 Bed/1 Bath-A51BR,1BA$1,799
Residences at The GreenHorizon1BR,1BA$1,801

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riva Trace, FL

As of June 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Riva Trace area is the $1.41 price per square foot 3A Haven Model at BB Living Antigua at Lakewood Ranch in the in the Lakewood Ranch - Greenbrook Banks neighborhood starting from $2,501. The second greatest value Riva Trace apartment is the Three Bed / Two Bath Model at Ranch Lake Apartments starting at $2,045 with a $1.53 price per square foot in the Fairfield neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Riva Trace apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
BB Living Antigua at Lakewood Ranch3A Haven3BR,2.5BA$1.41
Ranch Lake ApartmentsThree Bed / Two Bath3BR,2BA$1.53
Summer Cove ApartmentsDiplomat2BR,1BA$1.80
Lost Creek at Lakewood RanchSundance1BR,1BA$1.91
SolaireA21BR,1BA$2.10
The Crossing at Palm Aire1 Bed/1 Bath-A21BR,1BA$2.20
TGM Palm AireA21BR,1BA$1.96
MAA Lakewood Ranch11A1BR,1BA$2.10
Magnolia EstatesA11BR,1BA$2.23
TGM University ParkA11BR,1BA$2.27

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Riva Trace, Bradenton, FL

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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Riva Trace Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Riva Trace Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Riva Trace Apartment is $1,550 at Venue at Lakewood Ranch.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Riva Trace Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Riva Trace is starting from $1,699 at TGM University Park.

What is the most affordable Riva Trace Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Riva Trace Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Tradition at Palm Aire and starts from $2,030.

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