
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Alta Vista Neighborhood of Sarasota, FL from $1,100 (30 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Alta Vista area of Sarasota.


3232 On Fruitville

Timber Chase at Sarasota Bay

El Patio Apartments Sarasota

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1816 5th St, Unit 1816

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434 N Osprey Ave, Unit 4

The Reserve at Bahia Vista
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Sota 75

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1836 Laurel St, Unit 8

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2216 Hibiscus St, Unit 2216

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1912 Morrill St

Lyra

3017 Saralake Blvd
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1909 Morrill St, Unit 1909 Morrill St

Artisan Cove Apartments

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2068 Fruitville Rd

2200 Bahia Vista St, Unit B3

431 N East Ave, Unit 431

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2929 Saralake Dr S

2155 Wood St

2562 Loma Linda St

500 N Jefferson Ave

828 S Tuttle Ave

2411 Aspinwall St

303 S Osprey Ave
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1909 Morrill St

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Alta Vista, Sarasota, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Alta Vista?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alta Vista Studio Apartments | $1,574 | $1,535 | $1,644 |
| Alta Vista 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,080 | $1,000 | $3,251 |
| Alta Vista 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,718 | $1,450 | $5,571 |
| Alta Vista 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,498 | $2,540 | $9,076 |
| Alta Vista 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,904 | $6,431 | $9,378 |
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There are currently 30 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Alta Vista Neighborhood of Sarasota, FL.
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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 $1,300. Timber Chase at Sarasota Bay has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,438. Here are the most affordable Alta Vista apartments for rent in Sarasota, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3232 On Fruitville | Level 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Timber Chase at Sarasota Bay | 1x1 800 | 1BR,1BA | $1,438 |
| El Patio Apartments Sarasota | 1 bedroom x 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,499 |
| Sota 75 | S1- Lido | Studio,1BA | $1,525 |
| The Reserve at Bahia Vista | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,525 |
| Hyde Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| Artisan Cove Apartments | 2 bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alta Vista, FL
As of July 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Alta Vista area is the $2.33 price per square foot C1-ALT Model at Lyra in the in the Alta Vista neighborhood starting from $2,989. The second greatest value Alta Vista apartment is the 2068 Fruitville Rd Model at 2068 Fruitville Rd starting at $1,995 with a $2.00 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lyra | C1-ALT | 3BR,2BA | $2.33 |
| 2068 Fruitville Rd | 2068 Fruitville Rd | 2BR,2BA | $2.00 |
| 434 N Osprey Ave, Unit 4 | 434 N Osprey Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Artisan Cove Apartments | 2 bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.12 |
| Timber Chase at Sarasota Bay | 1x1 800 | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| 3232 On Fruitville | Level 2 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.81 |
| Sota 75 | A2- Azul | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| Hyde Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.69 |
| 1816 5th St, Unit 1816 | 1816 5th St | 2BR,1BA | $2.31 |
| The Reserve at Bahia Vista | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.68 |
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 $1,525.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Alta Vista Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Alta Vista Apartment is $1,300 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 $1,450 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 $2,540.
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