
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Cortez, FL from $700 (36 Rentals)
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4802 51st St W, Unit 511

Harbour Pointe Apartment Homes

Cypress Winds Apartment Homes

4850 51st St W

4802 51st St W, Unit 1321

The Blake at Bradenton

4802 51st St W, Unit Palms of Cortez 1903

Sun Chase Apartment Homes
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Solana Vista

Vista at Palma Sola

Cirrus at Aqua

4116 62nd St W

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6318 7th Ave W

Brandt Bay

4850 51st St W

Springs at Palma Sola Apartments
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Preserve on 51st

4802 51st St W, Unit 602

4802 51st St W, Unit 619

Preserve at Manatee Bay

1403 56th St W

The Stadler Luxury Apartments

4802 51st St W

4520 67th St W

4572 Red Maple
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4326 80th St W

2727 75th St W

4040 Ironwood Cir

4813 Independence Dr

4161 66th St Cir W

6304 Pointe W Blvd W

4110 Ironwood Cir

4210 Ironwood Cir

4118 59th St W
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Cortez, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cortez?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cortez Studio Apartments | $1,616 | $1,507 | $1,743 |
| Cortez 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,751 | $1,233 | $2,435 |
| Cortez 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,041 | $1,375 | $2,799 |
| Cortez 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,492 | $1,852 | $10,000+ |
| Cortez 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,780 | $5,032 | $6,529 |
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Cheapest Available Cortez Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Cortez, FL is a 1 Bed unit found at Harbour Pointe Apartment Homes in the Long Bar Pointe neighborhood priced from $1,295. Cypress Winds Apartment Homes in the Bella Lago neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,300. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cortez apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harbour Pointe Apartment Homes | Cayman | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Cypress Winds Apartment Homes | Magnolia | 2BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Springs at Palma Sola Apartments | Studio Grand Overlook | Studio,1BA | $1,329 |
| ARIUM Bristol Bay | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,423 |
| Preserve at Manatee Bay | Fully Renovated 2 Bdrm 2 Bth Apt. - 1040 Sq. Ft. | 2BR,2BA | $1,430 |
| The Blake at Bradenton | Siesta | 1BR,1BA | $1,449 |
| Sun Chase Apartment Homes | Compass | 1BR,1BA | $1,465 |
| The Stadler Luxury Apartments | The Aviator (S1) | Studio,1BA | $1,469 |
| Solana Vista | THE MIRASOL | 1BR,1BA | $1,473 |
| Vista at Palma Sola | Bahamas | 1BR,1BA | $1,494 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cortez, FL and Nearby
As of June 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cortez area is the $1.75 price per square foot Mote Model at The Blake at Bradenton in the in the Long Bar Pointe neighborhood starting from $1,674. The second greatest value Cortez apartment is the B1 Model at ARIUM Bristol Bay starting at $1,934 with a $2.10 price per square foot in the Bella Lago neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cortez apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Blake at Bradenton | Mote | 1BR,2BA | $1.75 |
| ARIUM Bristol Bay | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.10 |
| Preserve at Manatee Bay | Fully Renovated 1 Bdrm 1 Bth Apt. - 850 Sq. Ft. | 1BR,1BA | $2.16 |
| Vista at Palma Sola | Bahamas | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Cypress Winds Apartment Homes | Arbor | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Solana Vista | THE MIRASOL | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| Harbour Pointe Apartment Homes | Cayman | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| Sun Chase Apartment Homes | Compass | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| Cirrus at Aqua | *S1 - Studio, One Bathroom | Studio ,1BA | $2.32 |
| Springs at Palma Sola Apartments | Studio Grand Overlook | Studio ,1BA | $2.19 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cortez Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Cortez?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Cortez is at Springs at Palma Sola Apartments listed at $1,329.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cortez Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cortez Apartment is $1,295 at Harbour Pointe Apartment Homes.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Cortez Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Cortez is starting from $1,300 at Cypress Winds Apartment Homes.
What is the most affordable Cortez Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Cortez Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cypress Winds Apartment Homes and starts from $1,995.
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