
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Clearwater, FL from $600 (375 Rentals)
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Pelican Lake

The Indigo

Highland Park

119 N Evergreen Ave

Chesapeake

The Genesis Apartments

Oakbrook Village Apartments

Palmetto on West

Serenity Lane
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135 N Martin Luther King Jr Ave

1016 Grove St

1433 S Belcher Rd, Unit # G6, Unit # G6

2420 Winding Creek Blvd, Unit #211, Unit #211

Grande Bay

Promenade At Belleair Apartments

Town Place

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Estates at Countryside

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Avana Coachman

Lexington Club
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Madison at Roosevelt

Royal Breeze Apartments

1483 pierce St, Unit 1483

310 S Mars Ave, Unit 310.5, Unit 310.5

710 Pennsylvania Ave

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Four Lakes at Clearwater

Lindru Gardens

Melrose on the Bay Apartment Homes

Terraces at Clearwater Beach

1279 Santa Rosa St
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407 S Orion Ave

1103 Drew St

317 N Highland Ave

606 S Betty Ln

2625 FL-590

4215 E Bay Dr, Unit 1702C

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312 Avanda Ct, Unit 11, Unit 11

Imperial Gardens

The Breyley Apartments

The Palms at Countryside Apartments
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The Pointe at Clearwater

1936 Wolford Rd

401 S Mars Ave

1100 Turner St, Unit Unit 103

1233 Grove St

The Palms of Clearwater

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Bluestone on the Bay

The Apartments at Oak Creek

Pineview Apartments

Avanda Oaks
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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 | $1,574 | $1,116 | $3,503 |
| Cheap Clearwater 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,780 | $989 | $3,851 |
| Cheap Clearwater 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,092 | $1,195 | $6,664 |
| Cheap Clearwater 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,644 | $1,405 | $9,811 |
| Cheap Clearwater 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,285 | $2,363 | $9,300 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Clearwater, FL
Pricing Updated: 04/29/2026Current apartment rentals in the Clearwater, FL area range in price from $900 to $17,961 with an overall median price of $7,831. The three Clearwater neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Downtown Clearwater at $1,116, Pinellas Park at $1,099, and North Peninsula at $900. 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 | $2,140 | $1,116 | 44 |
| Pinellas Park | $2,683 | $1,099 | 456 |
| North Peninsula | $2,685 | $900 | 554 |
| North Pinellas | $2,685 | $900 | 554 |
| Central Peninsula | $14,176 | $1,095 | 1435 |
| Central Pinellas | $14,176 | $1,095 | 1435 |
| Upper Largo | $16,272 | $1,095 | 365 |
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. Apache Trail Apartments in the Island Estate neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,000. 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 |
| Apache Trail Apartments | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Winding Lane Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| 417 Woodrow Ave | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Sandy Lane | Lakeview | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| The Indigo | Studio 3 | Studio,1BA | $1,116 |
| Highland Park | 1 X 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,149 |
| Chesapeake | 101 - 1 Bdrm, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,174 |
| Pelican Lake | S2 Upgrade | Studio,1BA | $1,178 |
| Palmetto on West | The Evergreen | 2BR,1BA | $1,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clearwater, FL
As of April 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Clearwater area is the $1.47 price per square foot The Park (C1) Model at Serenity Lane in the in the Coalition of Clearwater neighborhood starting from $1,795. The second greatest value Clearwater apartment is the B3 - 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Model at The District at Clearwater starting at $1,731 with a $1.52 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serenity Lane | The Park (C1) | 3BR,2BA | $1.47 |
| The District at Clearwater | B3 - 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.52 |
| 645 3rd Ave N, Unit B | 645 3rd Ave N | 2BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| 3624 Meriden Ave, Unit C | 3624 Meriden Ave | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.37 |
| Madison Oaks Apartment Homes | BELMONT | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Promenade At Edgewater Apartments | Palmetto | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.47 |
| Lennox Court Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Madison at Largo | Ansley | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Aventine at Forest Lakes Apartment Homes | The Spring | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| 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 $1,195.
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 $7,831.
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 238 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 $191 which is $7,640 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Clearwater.
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