
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Longboat Key, FL from $700 (30 Rentals)
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Grand Bay

Windward Bay Condos

2922 Gulf of Mexico Dr

2850 Gulf Of Mexico Dr

5311 Gulf Of Mexico Dr

Grand Mariner
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Longboat Harbor Towers

571 Saint Judes Dr

Longboat Bay Club

Portobello

3740 Gulf Of Mexico Dr

551 Broadway St

Cirrus at Aqua
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Beach House Resort

St Armands Towers

403 Gulf Dr

Kingston Arms Apartments

Sand Castle

South Beach Village

Island Getaway
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12010 45th Ave W

150 Grant Dr

200 Bay Dr N

Imperial House Condominiums

302 Gulf Dr

Lido Towers

10117 Cortez Rd
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4459 87th Street Ct W

Brandt Bay
Longboat Key, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Longboat Key?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Longboat Key Studio Apartments | $1,616 | $1,507 | $1,743 |
| Longboat Key 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,763 | $1,437 | $2,104 |
| Longboat Key 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,244 | $1,949 | $2,485 |
| Longboat Key 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,760 | $2,864 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Longboat Key Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cirrus at Aqua | A1 - One Bedroom, One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,437 |
| The Stadler Luxury Apartments | The Aviator (S1) | Studio,1BA | $1,584 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Longboat Key, FL
As of June 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Longboat Key area is the $2.32 price per square foot *S1 - Studio, One Bathroom Model at Cirrus at Aqua in the in the Long Bar Pointe neighborhood starting from $1,507. The second greatest value Longboat Key apartment is the The Aviator (S1) Model at The Stadler Luxury Apartments starting at $1,584 with a $2.82 price per square foot in the Long Bar Pointe neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Longboat Key apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cirrus at Aqua | *S1 - Studio, One Bathroom | Studio ,1BA | $2.32 |
| The Stadler Luxury Apartments | The Aviator (S1) | Studio ,1BA | $2.82 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Longboat Key Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Longboat Key?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Longboat Key is at Cirrus at Aqua listed at $1,507.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Longboat Key Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Longboat Key Apartment is $1,437 at Cirrus at Aqua.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Longboat Key Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Longboat Key is starting from $1,949 at Cirrus at Aqua.
What is the most affordable Longboat Key Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Longboat Key Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cirrus at Aqua and starts from $2,864.
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