Cheap Homes for Rent in Bayfront Neighborhood of Sarasota, FL from $1,600 (13 Rentals)

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Bayfront, Sarasota, FL Local Guide

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 Echo on Eighth priced from $1,699. Arcos has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,758. Here are the most affordable Bayfront apartments for rent in Sarasota, FL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Echo on Eighth2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,699
ArcosA11BR,1BA$1,758
Artisan Cove Apartments2 bedroom2BR,2BA$1,795
The District at RosemaryS1Studio,1BA$1,805
Spanish Oaks ApartmentsTowhnhouse2BR,1BA$1,850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bayfront, FL

As of October 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Bayfront area is the $1.86 price per square foot 2 bedroom Model at Artisan Cove Apartments in the in the Alta Vista neighborhood starting from $1,795. The second greatest value Bayfront apartment is the 434 N Osprey Ave Model at 434 N Osprey Ave, Unit 4 starting at $1,750 with a $1.89 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Artisan Cove Apartments2 bedroom2BR,2BA$1.86
434 N Osprey Ave, Unit 4434 N Osprey Ave2BR,1BA$1.89
Spanish Oaks ApartmentsTowhnhouse2BR,1BA$2.47
ArcosS1Studio ,1BA$3.13
1816 5th St, Unit 18161816 5th St2BR,1BA$2.46
Echo on Eighth2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.70
1836 Laurel St, Unit 21836 Laurel St1BR,1BA$2.66
Bold Lofts Apartments & Private Office0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$3.32
The District at RosemaryS1Studio ,1BA$3.29
1818 5th St, Unit 11818 5th St1BR,1BA$2.98

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Bayfront, Sarasota, FL

Ranked #23

Among cities in Florida for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Bayfront

What type of rentals are currently available in Bayfront?

There are currently 162 Apartments for Rent in Bayfront, FL with pricing that ranges from $1,075 to $9,482. There are also 58 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Bayfront ranging from $1,645 to $18,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Bayfront?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Bayfront ranges from $1,645 to $18,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,857.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

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The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.