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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sarasota?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sarasota Studio Apartments | $1,883 | $1,135 | $5,292 |
| Sarasota 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,971 | $493 | $9,142 |
| Sarasota 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,443 | $999 | $10,000+ |
| Sarasota 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,181 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
| Sarasota 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,569 | $1,150 | $10,000+ |
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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 $1,299.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Sarasota?
The cheapest apartment in Sarasota is The Lexington which is listed at $1,099, while the average apartment in Sarasota costs $2,027.
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 1,787 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 $454 which is $1,573 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Sarasota.
Expert Rental Resources
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.
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The Best Sarasota Neighborhoods for Renting: Culture, Beaches, and Affordable Apartments
Written by: J. Lang Wood
Hi, I’m Joyce, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Expert for Sarasota, Florida. My husband and I moved to the Sarasota area more than 20 years ago, and since then, we’ve learned about the city’s many surprising and enjoyable features.

How Commercial-to-Residential Property Conversions Help the Housing Crisis
Written by: Robin Stewart
Many housing markets throughout America share a common complaint: a lack of affordable rental properties.

Exploring Rental Options: Apartments, Townhomes, and Lofts - Oh My!
Written by: Robin Stewart
Where do you see yourself? When you think of home, sweet home, are you in a 3/2 apartment? Dreaming of a tall townhome? Maybe an industrial loft heavy on cool vibes is on your visioning board.

Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags
Written by: Robin Stewart
Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.