Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Alta Vista Neighborhood of Sarasota, FL from $900 (28 Rentals)

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$1,713 - $4,114Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

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2260 Ringling BlvdSarasota, FL 34237
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property at 3017 Saralake Blvd

$1,800

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jan 1, 2026

3017 Saralake Blvd

SarasotaFL34239

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property at 2155 Wood St

$1,450 - $1,695

1 Bedroom Rentals

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2155 Wood St

SarasotaFL34237

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Alta Vista, Sarasota, FL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Alta Vista Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Alta Vista area of Sarasota, FL is a 1 Bed unit found at 3232 On Fruitville priced from $1,495. El Patio Apartments Sarasota has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,499. Here are the most affordable Alta Vista apartments for rent in Sarasota, FL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
3232 On FruitvilleLevel 11BR,1BA$1,495
El Patio Apartments Sarasota1 bedroom x 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,499
Sota 75A2- Azul1BR,1BA$1,690
Artisan Cove Apartments2 bedroom2BR,2BA$1,795
LyraB22BR,2BA$2,399
Aster & LinksLinks A21BR,1BA$2,649

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alta Vista, FL

As of December 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Alta Vista area is the $1.78 price per square foot 434 N Osprey Ave Model at 434 N Osprey Ave, Unit 4 in the in the Alta Vista neighborhood starting from $1,650. The second greatest value Alta Vista apartment is the 2 bedroom Model at Artisan Cove Apartments starting at $1,795 with a $1.99 price per square foot in the Alta Vista neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Alta Vista apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
434 N Osprey Ave, Unit 4434 N Osprey Ave2BR,1BA$1.78
Artisan Cove Apartments2 bedroom2BR,2BA$1.99
El Patio Apartments Sarasota2 bedroom x 1 bath2BR,1BA$2.76
1816 5th St, Unit 18161816 5th St2BR,1BA$2.46
Sota 75S1- LidoStudio ,1BA$2.64
LyraS1 with Walk-In ShowerStudio ,1BA$2.93
3232 On FruitvilleLevel 11BR,1BA$2.41
1836 Laurel St, Unit 21836 Laurel St1BR,1BA$2.66
1818 5th St, Unit 11818 5th St1BR,1BA$2.98
406 N Osprey Ave, Unit b406 N Osprey AveStudio ,1BA$2.94

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Alta Vista, Sarasota, FL

Ranked #13

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Alta Vista Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Alta Vista?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Alta Vista is at Sota 75 listed at $1,710.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Alta Vista Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Alta Vista Apartment is $1,495 at 3232 On Fruitville.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Alta Vista is starting from $1,700 at 3232 On Fruitville.

What is the most affordable Alta Vista Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Alta Vista Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Sota 75 and starts from $2,530.

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