
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Sarasota Neighborhood of Sarasota, FL (133 Rentals)


The DeSota

CitySide

One Palm

Sota 75

Cordelia

Amalfi on the Ridge

Arcos

Bold Lofts Apartments & Private Office Rentals

The Reserve at Bahia Vista
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Casa Santa Marta II

2846 W Tamiami Cir

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1836 Laurel St, Unit 2, Unit 2

3015 Chianti Ct, Unit 106, Unit 106
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2370 Leon Ave, Unit 2370

2370 Leon Ave, Unit 2370

2370 Leon Ave, Unit 2370

733 Tarpon Ave

974 Tennessee Ln

976 Tennessee Ln

1221 N Palm Ave

1818 Rhoades Terrace

1912 Morrill St
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1637 Devonshire Ln

2481 8th St

2701 Hidden Lake Dr N

2700 Coconut Bay Ln

2115 6th St

2060 9th St

2650 Coconut Bay Ln

2760 Coconut Bay Ln

2725 Hidden Lake Blvd

850 S Tamiami Trl
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3005 Chianti Ct

976 Tennessee Ln

974 Tennessee Ln

1317 Cocoanut Ave

1975 Morrill St

565 Golden Gate Point

1709 N Tamiami Trail

1350 Main St

750 N Tamiami Trail

1500 State St
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Downtown Sarasota, Sarasota, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Sarasota?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Sarasota Studio Apartments | $2,157 | $1,508 | $3,722 |
Downtown Sarasota 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,499 | $800 | $3,940 |
| Downtown Sarasota 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,477 | $1,299 | $6,365 |
| Downtown Sarasota 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,179 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Sarasota 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,064 | $1,736 | $6,360 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 133 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Sarasota Neighborhood of Sarasota, FL.
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Largest Available Downtown Sarasota 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Downtown Sarasota area of Sarasota, FL is found at Aster & Links and is listed at 1,000 square feet priced from $3,152. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aster & Links | Links A2 | 1,000 Sq Ft | $3,152 |
| The DeSota | St. Armands Key with Den | 995 Sq Ft | $2,850 |
| Arcos | A1 | 824 Sq Ft | $2,086 |
| CitySide | Osprey | 804 Sq Ft | $2,580 |
| Timber Chase at Sarasota Bay | 1x1 800 | 800 Sq Ft | $1,438 |
| The District at Rosemary | A4 | 756 Sq Ft | $1,965 |
| Bold Lofts Apartments & Private Office Rentals | 1BR/1.0BA | 756 Sq Ft | $2,125 |
| Amalfi on the Ridge | Capri | 750 Sq Ft | $1,550 |
| The Reserve at Bahia Vista | A3 | 739 Sq Ft | $2,328 |
| Cordelia | A6 | 720 Sq Ft | $2,628 |
Cheapest Available Downtown Sarasota 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Downtown Sarasota of Sarasota, FL is the 1BR/1.0BA Model starting from $1,300 at Ringling-Stevenson. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Downtown Sarasota is currently $2,499. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Ringling-Stevenson | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,300 |
| Timber Chase at Sarasota Bay | 1x1 800 | $1,438 |
| Sota 75 | A2- Azul | $1,439 |
| El Patio Apartments Sarasota | 1 bedroom x 1 Bath | $1,499 |
| Amalfi on the Ridge | Capri | $1,550 |
| The Reserve at Bahia Vista | A1 | $1,615 |
| The District at Rosemary | A2 | $1,910 |
| Arcos | A1 | $2,086 |
| Bold Lofts Apartments & Private Office Rentals | 1BR/1.0BA | $2,125 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Downtown Sarasota Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Downtown Sarasota with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Downtown Sarasota is at Ringling-Stevenson listed at $1,300.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Downtown Sarasota Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Sarasota is $2,499.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Downtown Sarasota Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Sarasota is a 1,000 square feet unit starting from $3,152 at Aster & Links.
What is the average size for Downtown Sarasota 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Downtown Sarasota is currently 743 sq ft.
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