
Cheap Apartments for Rent with Specials in Sarasota, FL from $500 (41 Rentals)
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Hidden Acres

Latitude 27

Garden Grove Apartments

TGM University Park

Reserve at Palmer Ranch

Tapestry University Park

Sorrento

2216 Hibiscus St, Unit 2216

Tradition at Palm Aire
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Venue Live Oak

The Point at Bella Grove

Timber Chase at Sarasota Bay

Botanic at Waterside

Sota 75

Sage on Palmer Ranch

Legacy Oaks Apartments

The District at Rosemary

Solaire
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Lyra

Ridge Manor Apartments

Arcos

Marigot Bay

Mira at Palmer Ranch

Raven at Ringling

The Crossing at Palm Aire

TGM Palm Aire

Ridgelake

Row Waterside

Citria
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Spanish Oaks Apartments

Anson on Palmer Ranch

Flamingo Gardens

Fountain Lake

Cortez Plaza Apartments

MAA Lakewood Ranch

Venue at Lakewood Ranch

Champions Walk Apartment Homes

Brea Lakewood Ranch
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The Pointe at Lakewood Ranch

Olana Waterside
Sarasota, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sarasota?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Sarasota Studio Apartments | $1,872 | $895 | $3,187 |
Sarasota 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,079 | $1,107 | $5,333 |
Sarasota 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,714 | $1,250 | $7,033 |
Sarasota 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,278 | $1,295 | $8,917 |
Sarasota 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,391 | $1,050 | $9,428 |
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Getting Around Sarasota, FL
Walk Score®
52 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
54 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
13 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sarasota Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Sarasota?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Sarasota is under $1,450.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Sarasota?
The cheapest apartment in Sarasota is 301 Flats which is listed at $1,029, while the average apartment in Sarasota costs $4,514.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Sarasota?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 851 regular apartments in Sarasota that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Sarasota?
Cheap apartments in Sarasota have an average cost of $545 which is $3,969 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Sarasota.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls
Written by: Cheryl Bowman
A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour
Written by: Marie Brown
You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
Written by: Bobbi Jackson
If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.