1637 Devonshire Ln
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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bayfront Neighborhood of Sarasota, FL from $1,000 (26 Rentals)
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$1,394 - $5,911Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 1
Aspire on 10th
1313 10th StSarasota, FL 34236
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$1,550
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1816 5th St, Unit 1816, Unit 1816
1816 5th StSarasota, FL 34236
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434 N Osprey Ave, Unit 4, Unit 4
434 N Osprey AveSarasota, FL 34236
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$1,595
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1836 Laurel St, Unit 2, Unit 2
1836 Laurel StSarasota, FL 34236
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Casa Santa Marta II
1576 8th StSarasota, FL 34236
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711 N Orange Ave
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$1,780 - $3,905Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The District at Rosemary
710 N Lemon AveSarasota, FL 34236
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$1,795 - $2,1002 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Artisan Cove Apartments
1840 Morrill StSarasota, FL 34236
1912 Morrill St
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$1,838 - $4,517Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Arcos
320 Central AveSarasota, FL 34236
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$1,850 - $1,9702 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Spanish Oaks Apartments
1637 Oak StSarasota, FL 34236
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$2,066 - $13,6391 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
One Palm
201 S Palm AveSarasota, FL 34236
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$2,217 - $5,995Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Cordelia
468 Quay CmnSarasota, FL 34236
634 Cohen Way
SarasotaFL34236
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$2,275 - $4,4501 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Bold Lofts Apartments & Private Office Rentals
1659 2nd StSarasota, FL 34236
628-628 S Osprey Ave
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835 S Osprey Ave, Unit 411, Unit 411
835 S Osprey Ave
SarasotaFL34236
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1064 N Tamiami Trl, Unit Down Town Sarasota 5 Star, Unit Down Town Sarasota 5 Star
1064 N Tamiami Trl
SarasotaFL34236
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1661 8th St
1661 8th StSarasota, FL 34236
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Lofts on Lemon
750 Cohen WaySarasota, FL 34236
1317 Cocoanut Ave
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1600 8th St
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Echo on Eighth
785 N Osprey AveSarasota, FL 34236
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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 | $2,256 | $1,394 | $3,722 |
| Bayfront 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,725 | $1,000 | $3,940 |
| Bayfront 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,683 | $1,550 | $6,365 |
| Bayfront 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,671 | $3,450 | $10,000+ |
| Bayfront 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,360 | $6,360 | $6,360 |
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Cheapest Available Bayfront Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Bayfront area of Sarasota, FL is a Studio unit found at The District at Rosemary priced from $1,780. Artisan Cove Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,795. Here are the most affordable Bayfront apartments for rent in Sarasota, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| The District at Rosemary | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,780 |
| Artisan Cove Apartments | 2 bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,795 |
| Spanish Oaks Apartments | Towhnhouse | 2BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| Echo on Eighth | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,004 |
| Arcos | S2 | Studio,1BA | $2,054 |
| Bold Lofts Apartments & Private Office Rentals | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,275 |
| Aster & Links | Links A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2,426 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bayfront, FL
As of April 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bayfront area is the $2.75 price per square foot 2R Model at One Palm in the in the Downtown Partnership neighborhood starting from $3,631. The second greatest value Bayfront apartment is the 434 N Osprey Ave Model at 434 N Osprey Ave, Unit 4 starting at $1,550 with a $1.68 price per square foot in the Alta Vista neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bayfront apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| One Palm | 2R | 2BR,2BA | $2.75 |
| 434 N Osprey Ave, Unit 4 | 434 N Osprey Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Artisan Cove Apartments | 2 bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.95 |
| CitySide | Osprey | 1BR,1BA | $3.21 |
| Bold Lofts Apartments & Private Office Rentals | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.92 |
| Spanish Oaks Apartments | Towhnhouse | 2BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| Arcos | S2 | Studio ,1BA | $3.03 |
| 1816 5th St, Unit 1816 | 1816 5th St | 2BR,1BA | $2.38 |
| Echo on Eighth | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.18 |
| 1836 Laurel St, Unit 2 | 1836 Laurel St | 1BR,1BA | $2.66 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bayfront Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Bayfront?
The cheapest apartment in Bayfront is The District at Rosemary which is listed at $1,910, while the average apartment in Bayfront costs $6,360.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Bayfront?
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 20 regular apartments in Bayfront 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 Bayfront?
Cheap apartments in Bayfront have an average cost of $440 which is $5,920 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Bayfront.
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The Best Sarasota Neighborhoods for Renting: Culture, Beaches, and Affordable Apartments
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