
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Cocoanut Neighborhood of Sarasota, FL from $1,100 (31 Rentals)
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North Washington Apartment Homes

1164 32nd St

1148 Highland St

1107 Colleton Dr

1314 32nd St

1818 5th St, Unit 1
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2700 Palmadelia Ave

1816 5th St, Unit 1816

434 N Osprey Ave, Unit 4

Sota 75

Casa Santa Marta II

Arcos

The District at Rosemary
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1845 20th St

1090 Cocoanut Ave

311 N Osprey Ave

1704 Central Ave

Ringling-Stevenson
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1661 8th St

2908 N Orange Ave

1124 Cocoanut Ave

Echo on Eighth

Lofts on Lemon

976 Tennessee Ln

960 Highland St
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974 Tennessee Ln

1064 N Tamiami Trl

1600 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 | $1,895 | $1,295 | $3,192 |
| Central Cocoanut 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,356 | $1,200 | $4,540 |
| Central Cocoanut 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,049 | $1,199 | $6,385 |
| Central Cocoanut 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,637 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 31 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 2 Beds unit found at North Washington Apartment Homes priced from $1,199. Ringling-Stevenson has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,495. Here are the most affordable Central Cocoanut apartments for rent in Sarasota, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Washington Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| Ringling-Stevenson | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,495 |
| Sota 75 | S1- Lido | Studio,1BA | $1,670 |
| Arcos | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,699 |
| The District at Rosemary | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,720 |
| Bold Lofts Apartments & Private Office Rentals | 1 Bed 1 Bath (A1) | 1BR,1BA | $2,125 |
| Cordelia | S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,192 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Cocoanut, FL
As of January 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Cocoanut area is the $3.38 price per square foot Ibis Model at CitySide in the in the Downtown Partnership neighborhood starting from $3,745. The second greatest value Central Cocoanut apartment is the 434 N Osprey Ave Model at 434 N Osprey Ave, Unit 4 starting at $1,650 with a $1.78 price per square foot in the Alta Vista 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| CitySide | Ibis | 2BR,2BA | $3.38 |
| 434 N Osprey Ave, Unit 4 | 434 N Osprey Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| Ringling-Stevenson | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| Bold Lofts Apartments & Private Office Rentals | 1 Bed 1 Bath (A1) | 1BR,1BA | $2.78 |
| Arcos | S2 | Studio ,1BA | $2.99 |
| 1816 5th St, Unit 1816 | 1816 5th St | 2BR,1BA | $2.46 |
| Sota 75 | S1- Lido | Studio ,1BA | $2.58 |
| North Washington Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| The District at Rosemary | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $3.13 |
| 1818 5th St, Unit 1 | 1818 5th St | 1BR,1BA | $2.98 |
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 $2,192.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Central Cocoanut?
The cheapest apartment in Central Cocoanut is Sota 75 which is listed at $1,690, while the average apartment in Central Cocoanut costs $4,893.
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 30 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 $1,128 which is $3,765 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Central Cocoanut.
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