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Aspire on 10th
1313 10th StSarasota, FL 34236
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bayfront Neighborhood of Sarasota, FL from $1,300 (16 Rentals)
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1836 Laurel St, Unit 2
1836 Laurel StSarasota, FL 34236
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1816 5th St, Unit 1816
1816 5th StSarasota, FL 34236
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434 N Osprey Ave, Unit 4
434 N Osprey AveSarasota, FL 34236
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Casa Santa Marta II
1576 8th StSarasota, FL 34236
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Artisan Cove Apartments
1840 Morrill StSarasota, FL 34236
1912 Morrill St
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The District at Rosemary
710 N Lemon AveSarasota, FL 34236
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$1,850 - $1,9702 Bedroom Apartments Available Apr 10
Spanish Oaks Apartments
1637 Oak StSarasota, FL 34236
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$2,048 - $7,587Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Mar 15
Arcos
320 Central AveSarasota, FL 34236
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Cordelia
468 Quay CmnSarasota, FL 34236
628-628 S Osprey Ave
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1661 8th St
1661 8th StSarasota, FL 34236
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Echo on Eighth
785 N Osprey AveSarasota, FL 34236
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Lofts on Lemon
750 Cohen WaySarasota, 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 | $1,862 | $1,345 | $2,555 |
| Bayfront 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,687 | $1,595 | $3,940 |
| Bayfront 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,660 | $1,349 | $6,385 |
| Bayfront 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,579 | $3,450 | $10,000+ |
| Bayfront 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,972 | $6,972 | $6,972 |
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Cheapest Available Bayfront Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Bayfront area of Sarasota, FL is a 2 Beds unit found at Artisan Cove Apartments priced from $1,795. The District at Rosemary has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,820. Here are the most affordable Bayfront apartments for rent in Sarasota, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Artisan Cove Apartments | 2 bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,795 |
| The District at Rosemary | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,820 |
| One Palm | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2,573 |
| Aster & Links | Links A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2,609 |
| Cordelia | A6 | 1BR,1BA | $2,618 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bayfront, FL
As of March 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bayfront area is the $3.76 price per square foot C6 Model at Cordelia in the in the Downtown Partnership neighborhood starting from $5,681. The second greatest value Bayfront apartment is the 2BR/2.5BA Model at Bold Lofts Apartments & Private Office Rentals starting at $3,895 with a $2.91 price per square foot in the Bellevue Terrace 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cordelia | C6 | 3BR,2BA | $3.76 |
| Bold Lofts Apartments & Private Office Rentals | 2BR/2.5BA | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.91 |
| CitySide | Ibis | 2BR,2BA | $3.38 |
| One Palm | 1F One bed w/den | 1BR,2BA | $3.70 |
| 434 N Osprey Ave, Unit 4 | 434 N Osprey Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| Artisan Cove Apartments | 2 bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.95 |
| Aster & Links | Links A5 | 1BR,1BA | $3.91 |
| 1816 5th St, Unit 1816 | 1816 5th St | 2BR,1BA | $2.46 |
| 1836 Laurel St, Unit 2 | 1836 Laurel St | 1BR,1BA | $2.66 |
| The District at Rosemary | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $3.31 |
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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 $1,900, while the average apartment in Bayfront costs $6,972.
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 21 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 $390 which is $6,582 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Bayfront.
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