Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Alta Vista Neighborhood of Sarasota, FL from $900 (32 Rentals)

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325 Ohio Pl

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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
Timber Chase at Sarasota Bay1x1 8001BR,1BA$1,588
Sota 75S1- LidoStudio,1BA$1,710
Artisan Cove Apartments2 bedroom2BR,2BA$1,795

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alta Vista, FL

As of September 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Alta Vista area is the $1.42 price per square foot 3020 Bay St Model at 3020 Bay St in the in the Pinecraft neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Alta Vista apartment is the B3 Model at Lyra starting at $2,499 with a $2.36 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.
3020 Bay St3020 Bay St2BR,1BA$1.42
LyraB32BR,2BA$2.36
2015 S Tuttle Ave2015 S Tuttle Ave2BR,1BA$1.80
Artisan Cove Apartments2 bedroom2BR,2BA$1.86
3232 On FruitvilleLevel 32BR,1.5BA$2.19
Timber Chase at Sarasota Bay1x1 8001BR,1BA$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
1836 Laurel St, Unit 31836 Laurel St1BR,1BA$2.66

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Alta Vista, Sarasota, FL

Ranked #13

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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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 $2,500.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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