Cheap Apartments for Rent in Fort Walton Beach, FL from $400 (94 Rentals)

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property at 125 NW Alabama Ave

$995

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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125 NW Alabama Ave

Fort Walton BeachFL32548

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property at 102 Chicago Ave SE

$1,200

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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102 Chicago Ave SE

Fort Walton BeachFL32548
property at 201 Taylor St

$1,200

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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201 Taylor St

Fort Walton BeachFL32547
property at 207 Fourth St SE

$1,250 - $1,450

Studio To 1 Bedroom Rentals

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207 Fourth St SE

Fort Walton BeachFL32548

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property at 1850 Norwood Ct

$1,350

2 Bedroom Rentals

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1850 Norwood Ct

Fort Walton BeachFL32548
property at 1851 Norwood Ct

$1,350

2 Bedroom Rentals

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1851 Norwood Ct

Fort Walton BeachFL32548

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property at 931 McFarlan Ave

$1,450

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$1,450

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$1,450

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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931 McFarlan Ave

Fort Walton BeachFL32547
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1013 Holton Ave
$1,475
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$1,475

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1013 Holton Ave

1013 Holton AveFort Walton Beach, FL 32547
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property at 696 Tyner St

$1,550

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$1,550

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$1,550

2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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696 Tyner St, Unit 12

696 Tyner St
Fort Walton BeachFL32547
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Glenwood Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Glenwood Apartments

50 Kelly AveFort Walton Beach, FL 32548
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Teresa Village
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Teresa Village

321 Woodrow St NEFort Walton Beach, FL 32547
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property at 19 Chestnut Ave SE

$950

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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19 Chestnut Ave SE, Unit 17

19 Chestnut Ave SE
Fort Walton BeachFL32548
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Walton South Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Walton South Apartments

303 South AveFort Walton Beach, FL 32547
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Shoreline Villas
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Shoreline Villas

302 Dates Ave NWFort Walton Beach, FL 32548
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Creekside Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Creekside Apartments

1862 Norwood CtFort Walton Beach, FL 32548
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Cape Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Cape Apartments

33 Cape DrFort Walton Beach, FL 32548
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Oak Tree Park Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Oak Tree Park Apartments

330 Clifford StFort Walton Beach, FL 32547
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Villager Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Villager Apartments

22 NW Wright Pky NWFort Walton Beach, FL 32548
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204 Davenport Rd
2 Bedroom Apartments

204 Davenport Rd

204 Davenport RdFort Walton Beach, FL 32547
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Wesvue
1 Bedroom Apartments

Wesvue

953 Mcfarland AveFort Walton Beach, FL 32547
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Fort Walton Beach, FL

Pricing Updated: 07/12/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Fort Walton Beach, FL area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Fort Walton Beach Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Sylvania Heights$2,400$1,15055
Ocean City$2,935$1,15046
Wright$2,935$1,15083
Santa Rosa Island$6,000$1,8003

Cheapest Available Fort Walton Beach Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Fort Walton Beach, FL is a 1 Bed unit found at Shoreline Villas in the Sylvania Heights neighborhood priced from $1,080. Heather Glenn in the Sylvania Heights neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,090. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Fort Walton Beach apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Shoreline Villas1/1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,080
Heather Glenn5091BRTC1BR,1BA$1,090
Villager ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1,130
The LyleA11BR,1BA$1,199
Merrimac Manor Apartments2x1.5 1300 - NO AVAILABILITY2BR,1BA$1,200
Falcon HouseA11BR,1BA$1,245
Jaymar Apartments1 bedroom, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,250
Bradford Place ApartmentsMain2BR,2BA$1,250
Cross Oaks Apartments1x1 Cross Oaks1BR,1BA$1,255

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fort Walton Beach, FL

As of July 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fort Walton Beach area is the $1.14 price per square foot Main Model at Grande View Townhomes in the in the Sylvania Heights neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Fort Walton Beach 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 Fort Walton Beach apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Grande View TownhomesMain3BR,2.5BA$1.14
Merrimac Manor Apartments2x1.5 1300 - NO AVAILABILITY2BR,1.5BA$0.92
Estates at Palm BayB12BR,1.5BA$1.42
The DorianB1.1.5THU2BR,2BA$1.21
Courtland TerraceMain2BR,1.5BA$1.22
The CordeliaB1.1.5T2BR,1.5BA$1.32
32A 5th St, Unit 32 A 5th St32A 5th St2BR,1BA$1.29
52 5th Ave, Unit 52 C 5th Ave52 5th Ave2BR,1BA$1.29
Bradford Place ApartmentsMain2BR,2BA$1.35
Heather Glenn5091BRTC1BR,1BA$1.38

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Fort Walton Beach Overview

If you love the appeal of powdery white beaches and tranquil waters, you will love Fort Walton Beach. It is a coastal community in Okaloosa County, located in Florida. Whether you love fishing, golfing, surfing or shopping, this resort-based area has something for everyone. There are also various museums to visit and an array of delicious foods to indulge in. When you live in one of our apartments in Fort Walton Beach, you will have a fantastic time throughout the year.

Why live in Fort Walton Beach, FL?

Often referred to as the Emerald Coast because of its enchanting greenish-blue tinted waters, Fort Walton Beach is a magnet for tourists. Downtown and uptown are filled with places of interest and activities for everybody. With the great weather and the feeling of a small community, “snowbirds” are known to make their permanent homes here and some live in Fort Walton Beach apartments.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fort Walton Beach Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Fort Walton Beach Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Fort Walton Beach Apartment is $1,080 at Shoreline Villas.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Fort Walton Beach Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Fort Walton Beach is starting from $1,200 at Merrimac Manor Apartments.

What is the most affordable Fort Walton Beach Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Fort Walton Beach Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Lyle and starts from $1,599.

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