Cheap Apartments for Rent in Pensacola, FL from $669 (193 Rentals)

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property at 555 N 68th Ave
$700 - $975

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Base Rent$700 - $975

Total Monthly Price$700 - $975
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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555 N 68th Ave

PensacolaFL32506
property at 2000 Elaine Cir
$750

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Base Rent$750

Total Monthly Price$750
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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2000 Elaine Cir, Unit 4 - Room

2000 Elaine Cir
PensacolaFL32504
property at 4400 Lillian Hwy
$750 - $950

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Base Rent$750 - $950

Total Monthly Price$750 - $950
Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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4400 Lillian Hwy

PensacolaFL32506
property at 6 Ruffin Cir
$800 - $1,095

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Base Rent$800 - $1,095

Total Monthly Price$800 - $1,095
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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6 Ruffin Cir

PensacolaFL32503

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property at 6801 Tiki Ln
$1,050
2 Bedroom Rentals
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6801 Tiki Ln

PensacolaFL32503
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property at 99 S 3rd St
$1,100 - $1,275
1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals
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99 S 3rd St

PensacolaFL32507

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property at 3161 muldoon rd
$1,150

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Base Rent$1,150

Total Monthly Price$1,150
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
Available Sep 7
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3161 muldoon rd

PensacolaFL32526
property at 10151 Guidy Ln
$1,150
2 Bedroom Rentals
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10151 Guidy Ln

PensacolaFL32514
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property at 804 Royce St
$1,190 - $1,295
1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals
Available Sep 18
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804 Royce St

PensacolaFL32503

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Pensacola, FL Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Pensacola, FL

Pricing Updated: 09/05/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Pensacola, FL area range in price from $669 to $5,806 with an overall median price of $1,627. The three Pensacola neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Brownsville South Pensacola at $1,225, South Pensacola at $1,225, and Greater Pensacola at $1,254. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Pensacola Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Brownsville South Pensacola$1,225$9003
South Pensacola$1,225$9003
Greater Pensacola$1,254$1,11510
Southeast Pensacola$1,341$94122
Northeast Pensacola$1,349$94143
Ferry Pass$1,420$669196
Airport NE Pensacola$1,425$669130
Travis Park Hunters Lake$1,457$66938
Goulding SE Pensacola$1,495$90026
Outer Southwest Pensacola$1,495$950126

Cheapest Available Pensacola Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Pensacola, FL is a 3 Beds unit found at Arbours at Ensley in the North Central Pensacola neighborhood priced from $790. Marina Sol in the Southwest Pensacola neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $999. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Pensacola apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Arbours at Ensley3X23BR,2BA$790
Marina Sol1x11BR,1BA$999
Alabaster Gardens - 55+ CommunityOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,002
Bay Oaks Condominiums IThe Lagoon Upgraded1BR,1BA$1,015
The Landings at Tiger LilySPAZ1BR,1BA$1,037
Willowbrook2x12BR,1BA$1,050
161 Strong St2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1,050
Jasmine Creek Apartments1 BEDROOM/1 BATHROOM1BR,1BA$1,059
Ember Ridge Apartments1x1 Bearcat1BR,1BA$1,099
Acasa Crestview at Cordova1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,150

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Pensacola, FL

As of September 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Pensacola area is the $0.97 price per square foot 3x2 Model at Parkside Grand in the in the North Central Pensacola neighborhood starting from $1,799. The second greatest value Pensacola apartment is the 3/2.5 TH w 1 car garage Model at Three Angels Apartments starting at $1,625 with a $0.94 price per square foot in the Southwest Pensacola neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Pensacola apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Parkside Grand3x23BR,2BA$0.97
Three Angels Apartments3/2.5 TH w 1 car garage3BR,2.5BA$0.94
Legend at Pine Forest2 Bedroom Study2BR,2BA$1.18
Pensacola Grand3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.14
The NextSanta Rosa4BR,4BA$0.56
The Pines at WarringtonThree Bedroom Two Bath3BR,2BA$1.24
Village At Southern Oaks2/12BR,1BA$1.25
Arbours at Ensley1X11BR,1BA$1.14
161 Strong St2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1.24
College Vue2BR/2BA - A2BR,2BA$1.18

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Pensacola Overview

In a seaport city that connects to the gorgeous Gulf of Mexico, Pensacola apartments are considered by many to be among some of the most desirable in all of the Florida panhandle region. Boasting the 'Whitest Sand Beaches in the World', this seaside hotspot effortlessly combines amenities and cultural relevance in equal measure.

Why live in Pensacola, FL?

Home to a number of scenic state parks, including the heralded Blue Lagoon Park, apartments in Pensacola have been on the rise in popularity for years. With a large number of retail and tourism-based jobs in the vicinity, this growing hot spot is a great place for families as well as young professionals to call home. From the excitement of the thriving downtown district to the quaint beach side shops and eateries that cater to the visitors, Pensacola is a gem of the Florida scene.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Pensacola Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Pensacola?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Pensacola is under $1,150.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Pensacola?

The cheapest apartment in Pensacola is Arbours at Ensley which is listed at $995, while the average apartment in Pensacola costs $1,627.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Pensacola?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 410 regular apartments in Pensacola that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Pensacola?

Cheap apartments in Pensacola have an average cost of $562 which is $1,065 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Pensacola.

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