
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Sarasota, FL from $400 with Washer/Dryer (59 Rentals) Page 2 of 2
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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 | $1,868 | $895 | $3,387 |
| Sarasota 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,040 | $800 | $8,070 |
| Sarasota 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,441 | $1,165 | $9,550 |
| Sarasota 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,180 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
| Sarasota 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,105 | $1,050 | $8,062 |
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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 $1,300.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Sarasota?
The cheapest apartment in Sarasota is Oaks at Lakeside which is listed at $456, while the average apartment in Sarasota costs $4,319.
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 811 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 $484 which is $3,835 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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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back
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