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Wellington Apartments
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Wellington Apartments

2900 Drew StClearwater, FL 33759
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Southron Apartments
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Southron Apartments

1875 Sunset Point RdClearwater, FL 33765
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Santa Rosa Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Santa Rosa Apartments

1270 Santa Rosa StClearwater, FL 33756
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Jefferson
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Jefferson

121 N Jefferson AveClearwater, FL 33755
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Clearwater, FL

Pricing Updated: 01/01/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Clearwater, FL area range in price from $745 to $27,000 with an overall median price of $5,724. The three Clearwater neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Downtown Clearwater at $1,050, Upper Largo at $1,295, and Pinellas Park at $1,300. Here is today’s list of the top 8 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Clearwater Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Downtown Clearwater$2,400$1,05013
Upper Largo$2,899$1,295100
Pinellas Park$3,200$1,30070
Island Estate$6,497$2,00027
North Peninsula$6,500$800443
North Pinellas$6,500$800443
Central Peninsula$8,900$745773
Central Pinellas$8,900$745773

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. The Indigo in the Island Estate neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,095. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Clearwater apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Lennox Court Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$989
The IndigoStudio 3Studio,1BA$1,095
Winding Lane ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,095
Melrose on the Bay Apartment HomesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,100
Pine Berry Senior1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,103
Lexington Club2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1,131
The Genesis Apartments1X1 - A1 R1BR,1BA$1,149
Central Park at East Bay1 Bed - Partial1BR,1BA$1,150
Apache Trail Apartments1 Bedroom Den1BR,1BA$1,150
Four Lakes at ClearwaterJunior OneStudio,1BA$1,189

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clearwater, FL

As of January 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Clearwater area is the $1.14 price per square foot Palmer Classic Model at The Oceanaire in the in the Ulmerton neighborhood starting from $1,481. The second greatest value Clearwater apartment is the Cypress Model at East Lake Club Apartments starting at $1,444 with a $1.30 price per square foot in the Bridgeport neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Clearwater apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The OceanairePalmer Classic2BR,2BA$1.14
East Lake Club ApartmentsCypress2BR,2BA$1.30
645 3rd Ave N, Unit B645 3rd Ave N2BR,1BA$1.54
FLORAL GARDENS APARTMENTSModel 2A2BR,2BA$1.36
Melrose on the Bay Apartment HomesThree Bedroom 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.54
Lennox Court Apartments2x12BR,1BA$1.40
Central Park at East Bay1 Bed - Partial1BR,1BA$1.35
Palmetto on WestThe Evergreen2BR,1BA$1.52
Lexington Club2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.48
Pine Berry Senior1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.48

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Top Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Tampa

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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 the Cheapest Studio apartment in Clearwater?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Clearwater is at The Indigo listed at $1,095.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Clearwater Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Clearwater Apartment is $989 at Lennox Court Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Clearwater is starting from $1,131 at Lexington Club.

What is the most affordable Clearwater Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Clearwater Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Palmetto on West and starts from $1,405.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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