
Top Rated New Apartments for Rent in Sarasota, FL (17 Rentals)
Apartments in Sarasota with the best features, newest construction, and richest amenities.


The Concord Luxury Apartments

Total Monthly Price
Botanic Waterside Apartments at Lakewood Ranch

The DeSota

Sorrento
The Best Sarasota Neighborhoods for Renting: Culture, Beaches, and Affordable Apartments
Find your perfect Sarasota apartment! Explore diverse areas like Arlington Park, Cherokee Park, and Downtown. See housing options for singles, families, and retirees in beautiful SW Florida.

CitySide

Cordelia

The Crossing at Palm Aire

Solaire

Total Monthly Price
THE ENSLEY
First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently
Your first apartment comes with a learning curve nobody warns you about. Hear from real renters who've been there and get the advice they wish someone had given them on day one.

Arcos

Bold Lofts

The Bergamot Apartments On 780

Sage on Palmer Ranch

The Tides at Waterside
Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

Total Monthly Price
Martinique at Lakewood Ranch

Total Monthly Price
The Pointe at Lakewood Ranch
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 | $1,954 | $1,135 | $5,314 |
| Sarasota 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,043 | $493 | $8,627 |
| Sarasota 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,432 | $1,165 | $10,000+ |
| Sarasota 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,271 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
| Sarasota 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,713 | $1,150 | $10,000+ |
Browse Top Apartments in Sarasota
See all Apartments in SarasotaExplore Sarasota

Sarasota, FL Local Guide
- Sarasota Neighborhoods
- Nearby Cities
- ZIP codes
- Local Counties
Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University
From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.
Read ArticleQuick Rent Budget Calculator
How much rent can you afford?
The common "Rule of Thumb" is that rent should be no more than 30% of your income. How much is that? Enter your monthly income and click "Calculate My Budget" to find out.
Remember the 3 Rules of Real Estate:Location, Location, Location!
Explore Sarasota, FL Rentals by Map
See the most popular apartments and homes in Sarasota, FL
Sarasota, FL Area Reviews
Joyce • 4+ years in Sarasota
September 1, 2025Great weather, convenient location and many amenities make Sarasota a great place to live.
Frequently Asked Questions about New Sarasota Apartments
What is the Cheapest New apartment in Sarasota?
Currently the most affordable New Apartment in Sarasota is at Oaks at Lakeside listed at $493.
How much is the average rent for a New Sarasota Apartment?
The average rent for a New Apartment in Sarasota is $2,774.
What is the largest New Sarasota Apartment for rent?
Today's New apartment with the most square footage in Sarasota is a 2,840 square feet unit starting from $2,780 at Aster & Links.
What is the average size for Sarasota New Apartments for rent?
The average size for a New rental in Sarasota is currently at 711 sq ft.
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.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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.

First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently
Written by: Robin Stewart
Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
Written by: Robin Stewart
Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention
Written by: Robin Stewart
There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.