
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Destin, FL from $800 (69 Rentals)
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Venue Emerald Coast

Sugarloaf Luxury Apartments

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Sea Glass

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Legacy on the Bay

4000 Gulf Terrace Dr, Unit SI ID1285894P

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The Charles Florida

5002 S Sandestin Blvd

200 Sandestin Ln

204 Ann Cir
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710 Legion Dr

4030 Dancing Cloud Ct

986 Airport Rd

37 Log Pl

4009 Dancing Cloud Ct

Olympus Emerald Coast

126 Pine Ridge Trce

4000 Dancing Cloud Ct

734 Legion Dr

4090 Dancing Cloud Ct
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251 Mattie M Kelly Blvd

4507 Furling Ln

3857 Indian Trail

4080 Dancing Cloud Ct

Falcon House

Heather Glenn

The Greens on 5th

Elevate at 604 West

The Lyle

Merrimac Manor Apartments
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Oakmont Village

Terra Mar

Emerald Cove West

Solis at Niceville

The Cove
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Colony House

The Dorian

The Cordelia

Courtland Terrace

Primrose at Santa Rosa Beach

Emerald Cove East

Jewel at Santa Rosa Beach

Church Street Apartments

2396 Hwy 2378, Unit SI ID1285915P

Residences at 393 North Apartments
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Destin, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Destin?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Destin Studio Apartments | $1,669 | $892 | $2,467 |
| Cheap Destin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,853 | $1,025 | $9,901 |
| Cheap Destin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,177 | $1,200 | $4,590 |
| Cheap Destin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,786 | $1,380 | $7,303 |
| Cheap Destin 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,790 | $1,575 | $7,229 |
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Cheapest Available Destin Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Destin, FL is a 1 Bed unit found at Pine Ridge Apartments at Shalimar priced from $1,150. Elevate at 604 West in the Sylvania Heights neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,199. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Destin apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pine Ridge Apartments at Shalimar | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Elevate at 604 West | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| The Lyle | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| Bradford Place Apartments | Main | 2BR,2BA | $1,200 |
| Merrimac Manor Apartments | 2x1.5 1300 - NO AVAILABILITY | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Falcon House | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,239 |
| Gulf Cove Apartments | Starfish | 2BR,1BA | $1,275 |
| Oakmont Village | 1br | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Terra Mar | Cyprus | 1BR,1BA | $1,330 |
| The Cove | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Destin, FL
As of April 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Destin area is the $1.40 price per square foot Palm Corner Model at Walton's Landing Townhomes in the starting from $2,086. The second greatest value Destin apartment is the 2x1.5 1300 - NO AVAILABILITY Model at Merrimac Manor Apartments starting at $1,200 with a $0.92 price per square foot in the Sylvania Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Destin apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walton's Landing Townhomes | Palm Corner | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.40 |
| Merrimac Manor Apartments | 2x1.5 1300 - NO AVAILABILITY | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.92 |
| Estates at Palm Bay | B1 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.42 |
| The Dorian | B1.1.5THU | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| Courtland Terrace | Main | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.22 |
| Crosswinds Apartments | 2X2 - Crosswinds | 2BR,2BA | $1.62 |
| The Cordelia | B1.1.5T | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.32 |
| Bradford Place Apartments | Main | 2BR,2BA | $1.29 |
| Gulf Cove Apartments | Starfish | 2BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Pine Ridge Apartments at Shalimar | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Destin Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Destin?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Destin is at The Preserve at Henderson Beach listed at $1,432.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Destin Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Destin Apartment is $1,150 at Pine Ridge Apartments at Shalimar.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Destin Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Destin is starting from $1,200 at Merrimac Manor Apartments.
What is the most affordable Destin Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Destin Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Pine Ridge Apartments at Shalimar and starts from $1,350.
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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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