
Apartments for Rent in the Bayfront Neighborhood of Sarasota, FL (221 Rentals)


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417 N Osprey Ave

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1836 Laurel St, Unit 6

1111 N Gulfstream Ave, Unit One Watergate

33 S Palm Ave, Unit The DeMarcay

634 Cohen Way

1684 9th St
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835 S Osprey Ave, Unit 411

1297 13th St

1912 Morrill St

1221 N Palm Ave

1343 4th St

628-628 S Osprey Ave

1111 N Gulfstream Ave

35 Watergate Dr

1111 Ritz Carlton Dr

1155 N Gulfstream Ave
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97 Sunset Dr

11 Sunset Dr

301 Quay Commons

888 Boulevard of the Arts

174 Golden Gate Point

565 Golden Gate Point

235 Cocoanut Ave

111 S Pineapple Ave

200 Cocoanut Ave

1270 5th St
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1345 2nd St

1350 Main St

350 Golden Gate Point

33 S Palm Ave

750 N Tamiami Trail

50 Central Ave

100 Central Ave

800 N Tamiami Trl

1500 State St

435 S Gulfstream Ave
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Bayfront, Sarasota, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bayfront?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bayfront Studio Apartments | $2,144 | $1,685 | $3,488 |
| Bayfront 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,554 | $1,300 | $9,472 |
| Bayfront 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,375 | $1,895 | $10,000+ |
| Bayfront 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,637 | $3,450 | $10,000+ |
| Bayfront 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,358 | $6,358 | $6,358 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Bayfront?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $4,583 | $1,600 | $10,000+ |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $12,508 | $3,950 | $10,000+ |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $7,623 | $5,500 | $9,995 |
| 5 Bedroom Homes | $6,000 | $4,000 | $8,000 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleBayfront, Sarasota, FL
Ranked #17
Among cities in Florida for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Bayfront
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Bayfront area of Sarasota, FL?
As of today, August 24, 2026, there are currently 221 available Bayfront apartments priced from $1,300 to $13,282, with an average monthly rent of $3,223.
How much are Studio apartments in Bayfront?
There are currently 51 Studio Apartments in Bayfront with rent ranges from $1,685 to $3,488 with an average price of $2,144.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Bayfront Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Bayfront ranges from $1,300 to $9,472 with an average monthly rent of $2,554.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Bayfront cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Bayfront range from $1,895 to $12,288. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,375.
How expensive are Bayfront Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 31 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Bayfront on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $3,450 to $13,282 - averaging $5,637 for the location.
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