Cheap Apartments for Rent in Palmetto, FL from $500 (13 Rentals)

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Oak Leaf Village
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Oak Leaf Village

900 21st StPalmetto, FL 34221

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Riverview6
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Riverview6

801 6th Ave WBradenton, FL 34205
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Robin's Apartments
Studio Apartments

Robin's Apartments

2303 E 1st StSarasota, FL 34243
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Palmetto, FL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Palmetto Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Palmetto, FL is a 2 Beds unit found at Riverview6 in the Bradenton Village neighborhood priced from $581. 2121 9th Ave E in the Rogers neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Palmetto apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Riverview62/2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$581
2121 9th Ave Efurnished1BR,$1,000
The Reef at Riviera 62+ Apartments1A (Audio/Visual Accessible)1BR,1BA$1,125
River Trace Apartments and HomesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,136
View Carlton ArmsE1Studio,1BA$1,146

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Palmetto, FL

As of December 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Palmetto area is the $1.82 price per square foot Royal Palm Model at Kendall Ridge Apartment Homes in the in the Rogers neighborhood starting from $1,680. The second greatest value Palmetto apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Astoria on 9th starting at $1,323 with a $1.46 price per square foot in the Bradenton Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Palmetto apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Kendall Ridge Apartment HomesRoyal Palm2BR,2BA$1.82
Astoria on 9th2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.46
River Trace Apartments and HomesTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.57
Gateway Commons ApartmentsHeron1BR,1BA$2.00
Riverview62/2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.72
Yardly EllentonAspire1BR,1BA$1.94
Preserve at RiverwalkA11BR,1BA$2.03
Riversong Apartment Homes11BR,1BA$2.05
Everest GardensThe Tulip1BR,1BA$1.77
The Reef at Riviera 62+ Apartments1A1BR,1BA$1.64

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Palmetto, FL

Ranked #396

Among cities in Florida for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
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Getting Around Palmetto, FL

Walk Score®

35 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

39 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

1 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Palmetto Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Palmetto?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Palmetto is at View Carlton Arms listed at $1,146.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Palmetto Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Palmetto Apartment is $1,000 at 2121 9th Ave E.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Palmetto Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Palmetto is starting from $581 at Riverview6.

What is the most affordable Palmetto Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Palmetto Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Riverview6 and starts from $672.

Expert Rental Resources

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!