
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Riva Trace Neighborhood of Bradenton, FL from $1,100 (97 Rentals)
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Magnolia Estates

Venue at Lakewood Ranch

MAA Lakewood Ranch

Residences at The Green

Ranch Lake Apartments

7417 Vista Way

7411 Vista Way

6330 Green Oaks Cir, Unit 6330

6330 Green Oaks Cir
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6713 Stone River Rd, Unit 202

5016 Misty Canal Pl

6505 Stone River Rd, Unit 309

5515 Fair Oaks St

6872 Fairview Terrace, Unit 101

7138 Cedar Hollow Cir

5515 Fair Oaks St, Unit 3A

11858 Forest Park Cir

7151 83rd Dr E

6505 Stone River Rd
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5414 Fair Oaks St

6421 Bay Cedar Ln

6501 Stone River Rd

5650 Simonton St

6870 Fairview Terrace

7794 Plantation Cir

7224 Cedar Hollow Cir, Unit 201

6501 Stone River Rd, Unit 303

6503 Fairway Gardens Dr, Unit 201

11508 Piedmont Park Crossing
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6505 Stone River Rd, Unit 203

6503 Fairway Gardens Dr

7224 Cedar Hollow Cir

Palm Place

Timberlake Apartments

Tradition at Palm Aire

7153 W Country Club Dr N, Unit 247

TGM University Park

Summer Cove Apartments

TGM Palm Aire
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Renata at Lakewood Ranch

The Crossing at Palm Aire

Solaire

8905 Manor Loop

Atori Lakewood Ranch

4751 Travini Cir

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Brea Lakewood Ranch

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The Pointe at Lakewood Ranch

3576 Parkridge Cir, Unit 3576

5699 Sheffield Greene Cir, Unit 5699
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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 | $1,459 | $1,140 | $1,853 |
| Riva Trace 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,987 | $1,199 | $3,784 |
| Riva Trace 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,272 | $1,450 | $4,856 |
| Riva Trace 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,654 | $1,981 | $4,687 |
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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 $1,140. Timberlake Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,199. 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 | $1,140 |
| Timberlake Apartments | One Bed / One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| Tradition at Palm Aire | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,356 |
| Lost Creek at Lakewood Ranch | Sundance | 1BR,1BA | $1,429 |
| Summer Cove Apartments | Cape Cod | 1BR,1BA | $1,499 |
| TGM University Park | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,499 |
| TGM Palm Aire | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,539 |
| Renata at Lakewood Ranch | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,570 |
| Magnolia Estates | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,590 |
| Venue at Lakewood Ranch | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1,618 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riva Trace, FL
As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Riva Trace area is the $1.78 price per square foot Selene Townhome w/Garage Model at Atori Lakewood Ranch in the in the Riva Trace neighborhood starting from $4,400. The second greatest value Riva Trace apartment is the 4A Garden Model at BB Living Antigua at Lakewood Ranch starting at $3,301 with a $1.42 price per square foot in the Lakewood Ranch - Greenbrook Banks 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atori Lakewood Ranch | Selene Townhome w/Garage | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.78 |
| BB Living Antigua at Lakewood Ranch | 4A Garden | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.42 |
| Ranch Lake Apartments | Three Bed / Two Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.60 |
| MAA Lakewood Ranch | 22A | 2BR,2BA | $1.76 |
| Lost Creek at Lakewood Ranch | Maverick | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| Solaire | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| TGM Palm Aire | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| Venue at Lakewood Ranch | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $2.10 |
| Renata at Lakewood Ranch | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| Timberlake Apartments | One Bed / One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
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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 $1,199, while the average apartment in Riva Trace costs $2,495.
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 28 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 $191 which is $2,304 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Riva Trace.
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