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832 West St

Panama CityFL32404
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5802 Sr-22
1 Bedroom Apartments

5802 Sr-22

5802 Sr-22Panama City, FL 32404
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The Arbors @ 15th
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Arbors @ 15th

265 W 15th StPanama City, FL 32401
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Parkway Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Parkway Apartments

5707 Lake DrPanama City, FL 32404
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Panama Commons
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Panama Commons

1001 Sherman AvePanama City, FL 32401

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Panama City, FL Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Panama City, FL

Pricing Updated: 09/20/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Panama City, 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 Panama City Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
SweetBay$1,852$895138
St Andrews$1,900$8955
Pretty Bayou$1,946$1,13574
Downtown Panama City$3,400$77551

Cheapest Available Panama City Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Panama City, FL is a Studio unit found at Cottages by the Bay priced from $939. Pinnacle at Hammock Square in the SweetBay neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $947. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Panama City apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Cottages by the BayStudioStudio,1BA$939
Pinnacle at Hammock Square1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$947
MAA Emerald CoastThe Crestview1BR,1BA$1,188
The Arbors @ 15thMagnolia2BR,2BA$1,193
Cedar Trace Apartments3 bedrooms3BR,1BA$1,200
Aztec Villa ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1,220
The Place at Grand LagoonA11BR,1BA$1,225
Tyndall Pointe Townhomes1 Bed 1 Bath Unit1BR,1BA$1,250
The Reserve at Northshore1 Bedroom B1BR,1BA$1,275
Bay Front Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,275

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Panama City, FL

As of September 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Panama City area is the $1.21 price per square foot 1002 W 12th St Model at 1002 W 12th St in the starting from $1,450. The second greatest value Panama City apartment is the 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Model at Pointe Grand Panama City starting at $1,599 with a $1.37 price per square foot in the Downtown Panama City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Panama City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1002 W 12th St1002 W 12th St2BR,2BA$1.21
Pointe Grand Panama City2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.37
North Bay LandingsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.43
Stanford PointeTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.39
Arbor Trace Apartment HomesSugar Maple1BR,1BA$1.35
Aztec Villa ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.14
The Arbors @ 15thMagnolia2BR,2BA$1.20
Waterstone at JenksThe Sapphire1BR,1BA$1.42
Cedar Trace Apartments3 bedrooms3BR,1BA$1.26
Pinnacle at Hammock Square1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.23

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Panama City Overview

Located snugly between the hubs of Tallahassee and Pensacola, apartments in Panama City are a great way to get to know Florida. Originally going by the clunky name Floriopolis, Panama City has since blossomed into a world-class destination worthy of its new moniker.

Why live in Panama City, FL?

From the gorgeous beaches to the exciting nightlife, Panama City is an idyllic slice of the Sunshine State. With a reasonable cost of living and an on-the-move economic growth rate, this Florida hot spot has been increasing in popularity in recent years with good measure. With a large number of industries including ship building and military calling the area home, Panama City apartments make an easy commute for those in the market for a new career and budding families.

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Getting Around Panama City, FL

Walk Score®

40 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

46 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

12 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Panama City, FL Area Reviews

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Panama City Apartments

    How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Panama City Apartment?

    The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Panama City Apartment is $947 at Pinnacle at Hammock Square.

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

    Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Panama City is starting from $1,137 at Pinnacle at Hammock Square.

    What is the most affordable Panama City Three Bedroom Apartment?

    The best deal on a cheap Panama City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cedar Trace Apartments and starts from $1,200.

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