
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the The Islands Neighborhood of Sanibel, FL from $1,200 (39 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the The Islands area of Sanibel.


Palms of Sanibel

2143 Periwinkle Way

Sanddollar Condos

1046 Periwinkle Way

764 Beach Rd

2265 W Gulf Dr

890 Beach Rd

Blind Pass Condominium
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Pelican's Roost Condominiums

610 Donax St

Cape at Savona Point

Coralina Apartments

Springs at Coral Shores

Oasis at Surfside

12230 Shoreview Drive

Tuscany Villas Condos

96 Units Multi-Family New Construction
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Villages of Pine Island 120 Four-Plex Lots

The Palms at Pine Island

17268 Acapulco Rd

Wind Jammer Point 302 Development

8260 Anglemoss Ct

Captain's Cove Condominiums

Marina Southshore Condominiums

170 White Pelican

217 Waterways Ave
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Island Landings

4581-4583 Redfish Point Rd

17084 Acapulco Rd

Triplex

15206 Stringfellow Rd

11479 Island Ave

17200-17210 Acapulco Rd

741 Ontario Dr

3226 Stringfellow Rd
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Midtown

The Cape Southwest

Cape West 91 Villa Apartments
The Islands, Sanibel, FL Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in The Islands?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Islands Studio Apartments | $1,303 | $1,222 | $1,389 |
| The Islands 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,457 | $1,248 | $3,000 |
| The Islands 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,821 | $1,560 | $3,935 |
| The Islands 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,831 | $1,839 | $9,500 |
| The Islands 4 Bedroom Apartments | $11,676 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 39 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the The Islands Neighborhood of Sanibel, FL.
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Cheapest Available The Islands Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the The Islands area of Sanibel, FL is a 1 Bed unit found at Springs at Coral Shores priced from $1,258. Coralina Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,310. Here are the most affordable The Islands apartments for rent in Sanibel, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Springs at Coral Shores | 1 BR Vue Summit | 1BR,1BA | $1,258 |
| Coralina Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 783 sf. | 1BR,1BA | $1,310 |
| Cape at Savona Point | Bahama | 1BR,1BA | $1,364 |
| The Cape Southwest | Danmark | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| Oasis at Surfside | Costa | 1BR,1BA | $1,399 |
| Midtown | B | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
| Cape West 91 Villa Apartments | Atyla | 2BR,2BA | $1,635 |
| Tuscany Villas Condos | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,795 |
| 12230 Shoreview Drive | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in The Islands, FL
As of July 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the The Islands area is the $1.22 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Tuscany Villas Condos in the in the Pelican neighborhood starting from $1,795. The second greatest value The Islands apartment is the Atyla Model at Cape West 91 Villa Apartments starting at $1,635 with a $1.51 price per square foot in the Trafalgar neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for The Islands apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuscany Villas Condos | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| Cape West 91 Villa Apartments | Atyla | 2BR,2BA | $1.51 |
| Coralina Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 1010 sf. | 2BR,2BA | $1.68 |
| Cape at Savona Point | Aruba | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Midtown | B | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| Oasis at Surfside | Costa | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| The Cape Southwest | Danmark | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| Springs at Coral Shores | Studio Grand Courtyard | Studio ,1BA | $2.33 |
| 12230 Shoreview Drive | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $6.25 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap The Islands Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in The Islands?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in The Islands is at Springs at Coral Shores listed at $1,304.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom The Islands Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom The Islands Apartment is $1,258 at Springs at Coral Shores.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom The Islands Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in The Islands is starting from $1,560 at Springs at Coral Shores.
What is the most affordable The Islands Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap The Islands Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Springs at Coral Shores and starts from $1,839.
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