Cheap Homes for Rent in the Alta Vista Neighborhood of Sarasota, FL from $1,295 (14 Rentals)

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property at 2155 Wood St
$1,495
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2155 Wood St

SarasotaFL34237
property at 308 Ohio Pl
$1,500
1 Bedroom Rentals
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308 Ohio Pl

SarasotaFL34236
property at 428 N Jefferson Ave
$1,550

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Base Rent$1,550

Total Monthly Price$1,550
2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Townhome for Rent
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428 N Jefferson Ave

SarasotaFL34237

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property at 3017 Saralake Blvd
$1,800

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Base Rent$1,800

Total Monthly Price$1,800
2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent
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3017 Saralake Blvd

SarasotaFL34239
property at 2232 Bahia Vista St
$2,000

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Base Rent$2,000

Total Monthly Price$2,000
2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent
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2232 Bahia Vista St, Unit A1

2232 Bahia Vista St
SarasotaFL34239
property at 2200 Bahia Vista St
$2,000

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Base Rent$2,000

Total Monthly Price$2,000
2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent
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2200 Bahia Vista St, Unit B3

2200 Bahia Vista St
SarasotaFL34239
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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 $1,300. Sota 75 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,535. Here are the most affordable Alta Vista apartments for rent in Sarasota, FL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
3232 On FruitvilleLevel 11BR,1BA$1,300
Sota 75S1- LidoStudio,1BA$1,535
The Reserve at Bahia VistaStudioStudio,1BA$1,686
Hyde Park Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,750
LyraA1 with Walk-In Shower1BR,1BA$1,936

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alta Vista, FL

As of September 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Alta Vista area is the $1.62 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 $1,500. The second greatest value Alta Vista apartment is the Level 3 Model at 3232 On Fruitville starting at $1,550 with a $1.94 price per square foot in the Pinecraft 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$1.62
3232 On FruitvilleLevel 32BR,1.5BA$1.94
LyraA21BR,1BA$2.55
2216 Hibiscus St, Unit 22162216 Hibiscus St1BR,1BA$2.33
Hyde Park Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.69
1816 5th St, Unit 18161816 5th St2BR,1BA$2.31
Sota 75S1- LidoStudio ,1BA$2.37
The Reserve at Bahia VistaA11BR,1BA$2.98
424 N Osprey Ave, Unit 424424 N Osprey Ave1BR,1BA$2.08
1836 Laurel St, Unit 61836 Laurel St1BR,1BA$2.75

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Alta Vista, Sarasota, FL

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Alta Vista

What type of rentals are currently available in Alta Vista?

There are currently 83 Apartments for Rent in Alta Vista, FL with pricing that ranges from $1,295 to $20,297. There are also 83 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Alta Vista ranging from $1,550 to $11,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Alta Vista?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Alta Vista ranges from $1,550 to $11,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,726.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Alta Vista?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Alta Vista range from $2,542 to $7,923, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,200 to $8,600. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,195 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $6,493.

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