Cheap Homes for Rent in Bayfront Neighborhood of Sarasota, FL from $1,800 (15 Rentals)

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property at 1600 8th St

$2,000

2 Bedroom Rentals

Available Jul 1

1600 8th St

SarasotaFL34236
property at 634 Cohen Way

$2,250

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$2,250

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$2,250

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Townhome for Rent

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634 Cohen Way

SarasotaFL34236
property at 835 S Osprey Ave

$2,300

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$2,300

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$2,300

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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835 S Osprey Ave, Unit 411

835 S Osprey Ave
SarasotaFL34236

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property at 1500 State St

$2,495 - $4,500

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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1500 State St

SarasotaFL34236
property at 565 Golden Gate Point

$2,500

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$2,500

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$2,500

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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565 Golden Gate Point, Unit 1

565 Golden Gate Point
SarasotaFL34236

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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 Studio unit found at Aspire on 10th priced from $1,473. The District at Rosemary has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,690. Here are the most affordable Bayfront apartments for rent in Sarasota, FL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Aspire on 10thS1 Workforce Incentive Program 80%Studio,1BA$1,473
The District at RosemaryS1Studio,1BA$1,690
Spanish Oaks ApartmentsTowhnhouse2BR,1BA$1,850
Artisan Cove Apartments2 bedroom2BR,2BA$1,950
Echo on Eighth2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2,004

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bayfront, FL

As of June 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bayfront area is the $1.68 price per square foot 434 N Osprey Ave Model at 434 N Osprey Ave, Unit 4 in the in the Alta Vista neighborhood starting from $1,550. The second greatest value Bayfront apartment is the 2 bedroom Model at Artisan Cove Apartments starting at $1,950 with a $2.12 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.
434 N Osprey Ave, Unit 4434 N Osprey Ave2BR,1BA$1.68
Artisan Cove Apartments2 bedroom2BR,2BA$2.12
ArcosA21BR,1BA$2.91
Bold Lofts1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.67
1816 5th St, Unit 18161816 5th St2BR,1BA$2.38
1836 Laurel St, Unit 81836 Laurel St1BR,1BA$2.75
Aspire on 10thS1 Workforce Incentive Program 80%Studio ,1BA$2.57
1661 8th St, Unit 11661 8th St1BR,1BA$2.45
The District at RosemaryS1Studio ,1BA$3.07
1508 Dolphin St, Unit 91508 Dolphin StStudio ,1BA$2.73

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Bayfront, Sarasota, FL

Ranked #17

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 165 Apartments for Rent in Bayfront, FL with pricing that ranges from $1,000 to $13,254. There are also 60 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Bayfront ranging from $1,800 to $20,000.

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 $1,800 to $20,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,670.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Bayfront?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Bayfront range from $3,195 to $13,254, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,800 to $20,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,925.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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The Best Sarasota Neighborhoods for Renting: Culture, Beaches, and Affordable Apartments

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.