
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Destin, FL from $800 (67 Rentals)
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4000 Gulf Terrace Dr, Unit SI ID1285906P

Sugarloaf Luxury Apartments

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Sea Glass

The Preserve at Henderson Beach

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4000 Gulf Terrace Dr, Unit SI ID1285894P

Venue Emerald Coast

500 Gulf Shore Dr

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The Charles Florida

734 Legion Dr
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986 Airport Rd, Unit A

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Legacy on the Bay

5002 S Sandestin Blvd

204 Ann Cir

4040 Dancing Cloud Ct

4070 Dancing Cloud Ct

485 Gulf Shore Dr

4030 Dancing Cloud Ct

986 Airport Rd

37 Log Pl
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4100 Dancing Cloud Ct

Olympus Emerald Coast

734 Legion Dr

4090 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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2396 Hwy 2378, Unit SI ID1285915P

The Dorian

The Cordelia

Courtland Terrace

Primrose at Santa Rosa Beach

Colony House

Emerald Cove East

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Jewel at Santa Rosa Beach

Church Street Apartments

Crosswinds 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 | $1,819 | $892 | $3,182 |
| Cheap Destin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,783 | $1,025 | $4,356 |
| Cheap Destin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,138 | $1,200 | $6,501 |
| Cheap Destin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,736 | $1,380 | $7,154 |
| Cheap Destin 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,335 | $1,575 | $9,078 |
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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 The Lyle in the Sylvania Heights neighborhood priced from $1,199. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lyle | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| Elevate at 604 West | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| Merrimac Manor Apartments | 2x1.5 1300 - NO AVAILABILITY | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Bradford Place Apartments | Main | 2BR,2BA | $1,250 |
| Jaymar Apartments | 1 bedroom, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Coastline Apartments | Croix | 1BR,1BA | $1,260 |
| Gulf Cove Apartments | Starfish | 2BR,1BA | $1,275 |
| Oakmont Village | 1br | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Terra Mar | Cyprus | 1BR,1BA | $1,322 |
| The Cove | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Destin, FL
As of June 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Destin area is the $1.56 price per square foot 2X2L - Crosswinds Model at Crosswinds Apartments in the in the Wright neighborhood starting from $2,075. 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. |
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| Crosswinds Apartments | 2X2L - Crosswinds | 2BR,2BA | $1.56 |
| 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 |
| The Cordelia | B1.1.5T | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.32 |
| Falcon House | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.51 |
| Church Street Apartments | 2 Beds / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Bradford Place Apartments | Main | 2BR,2BA | $1.35 |
| Gulf Cove Apartments | Starfish | 2BR,1BA | $1.59 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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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 Sea Glass listed at $1,504.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Destin Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Destin Apartment is $1,199 at The Lyle.
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 The Lyle and starts from $1,599.
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