
Apartments for Rent in Sarasota, FL Under $1,200 (28 Rentals)


Palm Place

3600 Bradenton Rd

1380 43rd St

Hillview Apartments

1637 Devonshire Ln

431 N East Ave, Unit 431
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2370 Leon Ave, Unit 2370

2381 Leon Ave

2370 Leon Ave, Unit 2370

Beneva Gardens Apartments

Beneva Flats

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The Palms-Townhouses & Villas
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Ridge Garden

Robin's Apartments

Cortez Plaza Apartments

301 Flats

Flamingo Gardens

1215-1217 59th Ave E

1002 50th Ave Dr W
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Centre Court Apartments

Venue at Lockwood

Forest Cove Apartments

Omega Apartments

Southern Pines

Presbyterian Villas of Bradenton

Oaks at Lakeside
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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 Under $1200 | $1,771 | $895 | $3,854 |
| Sarasota 1 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $2,010 | $800 | $8,070 |
| Sarasota 2 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $2,426 | $1,165 | $9,550 |
| Sarasota 3 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $3,201 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
| Sarasota 4 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $4,852 | $800 | $9,549 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sarasota
How much are Studio apartments in Sarasota?
There are currently 250 Studio Apartments in Sarasota with rent ranges from $895 to $3,854 with an average price of $1,771.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Sarasota Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Sarasota ranges from $800 to $8,070 with an average monthly rent of $2,010.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Sarasota cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Sarasota range from $1,165 to $9,550. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,426.
How expensive are Sarasota Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 154 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Sarasota on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,200 to $13,155 - averaging $3,201 for the location.
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