
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Cocoanut Neighborhood of Sarasota, FL from $800 (29 Rentals)
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2381 Leon Ave

2370 Leon Ave, Unit 2370

3600 Bradenton Rd

Cypress Square II

1148 Highland St

North Washington Apartment Homes
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1723 35th St

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1816 5th St, Unit 1816

995 Virginia Dr

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434 N Osprey Ave, Unit 4

Sota 75

Casa Santa Marta II

The District at Rosemary
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Ringling-Stevenson

1661 8th St

3029 West Pl

2821 Pershing Ave

2425 Dixie Ave
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2009 Cocoanut Ave

1746 8th St

Lofts on Lemon

2728 Goodrich Ave

1751 6th St

974 Tennessee Ln

1317 Cocoanut Ave
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1742 8th St
Central Cocoanut, Sarasota, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Cocoanut?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Cocoanut Studio Apartments | $2,067 | $1,473 | $3,345 |
| Central Cocoanut 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,458 | $800 | $4,540 |
| Central Cocoanut 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,168 | $1,350 | $8,449 |
| Central Cocoanut 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,811 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
| Central Cocoanut 4 Bedroom Apartments | $800 | $800 | $800 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 29 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Central Cocoanut Neighborhood of Sarasota, FL.
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Cheapest Available Central Cocoanut Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Cocoanut area of Sarasota, FL is a 1 Bed unit found at Cypress Square II priced from $1,217. North Washington Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,299. Here are the most affordable Central Cocoanut apartments for rent in Sarasota, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cypress Square II | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,217 |
| North Washington Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| Ringling-Stevenson | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Sota 75 | S1- Lido | Studio,1BA | $1,525 |
| The District at Rosemary | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,710 |
| CitySide | Finch | 1BR,1BA | $2,060 |
| Bold Lofts | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,085 |
| Aspire on 10th | S3 | Studio,1BA | $2,183 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Cocoanut, FL
As of July 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Cocoanut area is the $1.62 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 $1,500. The second greatest value Central Cocoanut apartment is the B1 Model at Cypress Square II starting at $1,465 with a $1.63 price per square foot in the Newtown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Cocoanut apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 434 N Osprey Ave, Unit 4 | 434 N Osprey Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Cypress Square II | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.63 |
| CitySide | Skimmer | 1BR,1BA | $3.35 |
| Ringling-Stevenson | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| Arcos | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.89 |
| Bold Lofts | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| Sota 75 | A2- Azul | 1BR,1BA | $2.48 |
| 1816 5th St, Unit 1816 | 1816 5th St | 2BR,1BA | $2.31 |
| North Washington Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| The District at Rosemary | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $3.11 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Cocoanut Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Central Cocoanut?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Central Cocoanut is under $2,183.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Central Cocoanut?
The cheapest apartment in Central Cocoanut is Cypress Square II which is listed at $1,217, while the average apartment in Central Cocoanut costs $4,479.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Central Cocoanut?
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 18 regular apartments in Central Cocoanut 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 Central Cocoanut?
Cheap apartments in Central Cocoanut have an average cost of $757 which is $3,722 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Central Cocoanut.
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