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Wellington Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Wellington Apartments

2900 Drew StClearwater, FL 33759
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Southron Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

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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Betty Lane Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Betty Lane Apartments

311 S Betty LnClearwater, FL 33756
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The Oasis
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Oasis

1101 Tuskawilla DrClearwater, FL 33756
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The Standard at 2690
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Standard at 2690

2690 Drew StClearwater, FL 33759
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Clearwater, FL Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Clearwater, FL

Pricing Updated: 01/23/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Clearwater, FL area range in price from $780 to $29,369 with an overall median price of $16,081. The three Clearwater neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Downtown Clearwater at $780, Pinellas Park at $975, and Island Estate at $9,200. 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$2,317$78050
Pinellas Park$2,610$975424
Island Estate$9,200$9,2001
Upper Largo$12,596$894228
Central Peninsula$21,594$7801511
Central Pinellas$21,594$7801511
North Peninsula$29,369$780606
North Pinellas$29,369$780606

Cheapest Available Clearwater Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Clearwater, FL is a 2 Beds unit found at Grand Oak in the Downtown Largo neighborhood priced from $894. Lennox Court Apartments in the Coalition of Clearwater neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $989. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Clearwater apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Grand OakB2 120%2BR,1BA$894
Lennox Court Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$989
The IndigoStudio 3Studio,1BA$1,095
The Genesis Apartments1X1 - A1 R1BR,1BA$1,129
Lexington Club2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1,131
Central Park at East Bay1 Bed - Partial1BR,1BA$1,150
Apache Trail Apartments1 Bedroom Den1BR,1BA$1,150
Winding Lane ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,175
Highland Park1 X 11BR,1BA$1,190
Promenade At Edgewater ApartmentsCaye1BR,1BA$1,199

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clearwater, FL

As of January 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Clearwater area is the $1.51 price per square foot 3x2A Model at Estates at Countryside in the in the Bridgeport neighborhood starting from $2,059. The second greatest value Clearwater apartment is the Sandollar Cove I Model at Bluestone on the Bay starting at $2,066 with a $1.54 price per square foot in the Seville 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.
Estates at Countryside3x2A3BR,2BA$1.51
Bluestone on the BaySandollar Cove I3BR,2BA$1.54
The OceanairePalmer Upgraded2BR,2BA$1.27
994 Druid Rd E, Unit 994994 Druid Rd E2BR,1.5BA$1.54
645 3rd Ave N, Unit B645 3rd Ave N2BR,1BA$1.54
Central Park at East Bay1 Bed - Partial1BR,1BA$1.35
Aventine at Forest Lakes Apartment HomesThe Spring1BR,1BA$1.46
Palmetto on WestThe Evergreen2BR,1BA$1.52
Egrets Landing ApartmentsA1 (Heron)1BR,1BA$1.56
Lexington Club2 Bedroom2BR,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 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 $1,199.

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 $16,081.

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 284 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 $144 which is $15,937 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Clearwater.

Expert Rental Resources

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A Local Expert’s Guide To the 10 Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Tampa

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.