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Pelican Lake

119 N Evergreen Ave

The Genesis Apartments

Highland Park

Serenity Lane

Palmetto on West

135 N Martin Luther King Jr Ave

Chesapeake

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Four Lakes at Clearwater
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Town Place

Promenade At Belleair Apartments

1483 pierce St

Grande Bay

Oakbrook Village Apartments

Imperial Gardens

Terraces at Clearwater Beach

Melrose on the Bay Apartment Homes

606 S Betty Ln

317 N Highland Ave
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1936 Wolford Rd

Lindru Gardens

The Palms at Countryside Apartments

The Breyley Apartments

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Avana Coachman

The Pointe at Clearwater

Royal Breeze Apartments

1100 Turner St

Lexington Club

Anthem Clearwater
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Bluestone on the Bay

The Palms of Clearwater

411 S Nimbus Ave

Pineview Apartments

574 Bay Esplanade

Wellington Apartments

Southron Apartments

Santa Rosa Apartments

Liv @ Clearwater North

Jefferson
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407 S Jupiter Ave

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Madison Point Senior Apartments

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The Oasis

Creekside Manor I & II Apartments

Stonehaven at Wildwood

The Standard at 2690

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Clearwater, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Clearwater?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Clearwater Studio Apartments | $1,700 | $900 | $3,782 |
| Cheap Clearwater 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,795 | $989 | $5,338 |
| Cheap Clearwater 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,104 | $1,195 | $5,223 |
| Cheap Clearwater 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,550 | $1,405 | $7,556 |
| Cheap Clearwater 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,005 | $2,363 | $10,000+ |
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Clearwater, FL Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Clearwater, FL
Pricing Updated: 03/14/2026Current apartment rentals in the Clearwater, FL area range in price from $900 to $15,083 with an overall median price of $10,230. The three Clearwater neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Downtown Clearwater at $1,150, Pinellas Park at $1,101, and Upper Largo at $1,159. Here is today’s list of the top 7 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Clearwater Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Clearwater | $2,285 | $1,150 | 40 |
| Pinellas Park | $2,618 | $1,101 | 376 |
| Upper Largo | $11,693 | $1,159 | 234 |
| Central Peninsula | $12,426 | $1,095 | 1319 |
| Central Pinellas | $12,426 | $1,095 | 1319 |
| North Peninsula | $15,083 | $900 | 578 |
| North Pinellas | $15,083 | $900 | 578 |
Cheapest Available Clearwater Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Clearwater, FL is a 1 Bed unit found at Lennox Court Apartments in the Coalition of Clearwater neighborhood priced from $989. Wellington Apartments in the Downtown Safety Harbor neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,097. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Clearwater apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lennox Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $989 |
| Wellington Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1,097 |
| Apache Trail Apartments | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Imperial Palms Apartments | The Sovereign | 1BR,1BA | $1,159 |
| Winding Lane Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| Highland Park | 1 X 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,190 |
| Palmetto on West | The Evergreen | 2BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| Serenity Lane | The Greater Serenity (A1) | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| The Genesis Apartments | 1X1 - A2 R | 1BR,1BA | $1,209 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clearwater, FL
As of March 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Clearwater area is the $1.15 price per square foot Gulf Model at Aventine at Forest Lakes Apartment Homes in the in the Bridgeport neighborhood starting from $1,499. The second greatest value Clearwater apartment is the The Park (C1) Model at Serenity Lane starting at $1,795 with a $1.47 price per square foot in the Coalition of Clearwater neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Clearwater apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aventine at Forest Lakes Apartment Homes | Gulf | 3BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| Serenity Lane | The Park (C1) | 3BR,2BA | $1.47 |
| 3346 Camelot Dr, Unit Unit A | 3346 Camelot Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Grande Bay | 202W - 2Bdrm, 2Bath Waterfront | 2BR,2BA | $1.46 |
| Central Park at East Bay | 2 Bed - Premium | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.50 |
| 645 3rd Ave N, Unit B | 645 3rd Ave N | 2BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Bayside Court | THE REDINGTON | 2BR,2BA | $1.37 |
| Lennox Court Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Silver Palms Apartments | The Washington | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Palmetto on West | The Evergreen | 2BR,1BA | $1.49 |
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Clearwater Overview
Clean water, wide shores, progressive politics, good weather, access to large metropolitan areas, and the Magic Kingdom - about an hour away. What more could you ask for in a beachside town? Clearwater, Fl is an excellent place to move and with so many options in apartments in Clearwater, finding the perfect place is a snap!
Why live in Clearwater, FL?
Clearwater is a socially responsible city that is easy to navigate and that offers access to larger metro areas while still maintaining a laid-back atmosphere. You can always find something to do in the area.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Clearwater Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Clearwater?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Clearwater is under $1,209.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Clearwater?
The cheapest apartment in Clearwater is Lennox Court Apartments which is listed at $989, while the average apartment in Clearwater costs $10,230.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Clearwater?
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 279 regular apartments in Clearwater 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 Clearwater?
Cheap apartments in Clearwater have an average cost of $162 which is $10,068 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Clearwater.
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