
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Riva Trace Neighborhood of Bradenton, FL from $1,135 (55 Rentals)
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Magnolia Estates

Ranch Lake Apartments

Residences at The Green

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Venue at Lakewood Ranch

7411 Vista Way, Unit 103

7428 Vista Way

7405 Vista Way

7060 Strand Cir, Unit #7060

5316 53rd Ave E
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Lost Creek at Lakewood Ranch

5558 Whistling Tree Ln

7728 Plantation Cir

5515 Fair Oaks St, Unit 3A

5515 Fair Oaks St

7138 Cedar Hollow Cir

6872 Fairview Terrace, Unit 101

Palm Place

Timberlake Apartments

Tradition at Palm Aire
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TGM University Park

Summer Cove Apartments

7211 W Country Club Dr N

TGM Palm Aire

Renata at Lakewood Ranch

5670 Bentgrass Dr, Unit Las Palmas

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The Crossings at Palm Aire

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Atori Lakewood Ranch

8917 Manor Loop, Unit 104

5450 Longwood Run Blvd, Unit 202
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5450 Longwood Run Blvd, Unit 202

Solaire

5001 Baraldi Cir, Unit Baraldi

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The Pointe at Lakewood Ranch

5793 Gardens Dr

5551 Bentgrass Dr, Unit 303

5769 Gardens Dr

6221 Timberlake Dr

5601 Bentgrass Dr

5500 Bentgrass Dr
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7615 River Oak Run

5691 Bentgrass Dr

5459 Bentgrass Dr

4763 Travini Cir

3475 Parkridge Cir

5635 Golf Pointe Dr

3423 Parkridge Cir

3435 Parkridge Cir

7461 W Country Club Dr N

Glenbrooke
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Riva Trace, Bradenton, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Riva Trace?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riva Trace Studio Apartments | $1,558 | $1,135 | $1,888 |
| Riva Trace 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,970 | $1,300 | $3,100 |
| Riva Trace 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,297 | $1,450 | $4,240 |
| Riva Trace 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,700 | $1,949 | $4,580 |
| Riva Trace 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,143 | $6,143 | $6,143 |
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Cheapest Available Riva Trace Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Riva Trace area of Sarasota, FL is a Studio unit found at Palm Place priced from $1,135. Timberlake Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here are the most affordable Riva Trace apartments for rent in Sarasota, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palm Place | The Bristol | Studio,1BA | $1,135 |
| Timberlake Apartments | One Bed / One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| MAA Lakewood Ranch | 11A | 1BR,1BA | $1,415 |
| TGM University Park | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,499 |
| Summer Cove Apartments | Cape Cod | 1BR,1BA | $1,499 |
| Ranch Lake Apartments | One Bed / One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Lost Creek at Lakewood Ranch | Sundance | 1BR,1BA | $1,507 |
| Tradition at Palm Aire | A3R | 1BR,1BA | $1,548 |
| TGM Palm Aire | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,574 |
| Residences at The Green | Horizon | 1BR,1BA | $1,599 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riva Trace, FL
As of September 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Riva Trace area is the $1.45 price per square foot 3A Garden Model at BB Living Antigua at Lakewood Ranch in the in the Lakewood Ranch - Greenbrook Banks neighborhood starting from $2,855. The second greatest value Riva Trace apartment is the B2G Model at Magnolia Estates starting at $1,995 with a $1.90 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| BB Living Antigua at Lakewood Ranch | 3A Garden | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.45 |
| Magnolia Estates | B2G | 2BR,2BA | $1.90 |
| Solaire | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| Lost Creek at Lakewood Ranch | Maverick | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| Ranch Lake Apartments | One Bed / One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| MAA Lakewood Ranch | 11A | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| TGM Palm Aire | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| Residences at The Green | Horizon | 1BR,1BA | $2.02 |
| Tradition at Palm Aire | A3R | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Timberlake Apartments | One Bed / One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Riva Trace Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Riva Trace?
The cheapest apartment in Riva Trace is Timberlake Apartments which is listed at $1,250, while the average apartment in Riva Trace costs $2,025.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Riva Trace?
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 25 regular apartments in Riva Trace 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 Riva Trace?
Cheap apartments in Riva Trace have an average cost of $157 which is $1,868 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Riva Trace.
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