Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Sarasota Neighborhood of Sarasota, FL (122 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in the Downtown Sarasota area of Sarasota that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!

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Aster & Links

The DeSota

Sota 75

Cordelia

Amalfi on the Ridge

The Reserve at Bahia Vista
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Timber Chase at Sarasota Bay

Spanish Oaks Apartments

Solle Apartments

Artisan Cove Apartments

Rolling Green

North Washington Apartment Homes
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935 Tarpon Ave, Unit 1

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2068 Fruitville Rd

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1836 Laurel St, Unit 8

850 S Tamiami Trl, Unit 801

835 S Osprey Ave, Unit 411

1759 9th St

2408 Hillview St

3124 Newtown Blvd

2314 Loma Linda St

250 Robin Dr
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3019 Clay Cir

974 Tennessee Ln

2364 20th St

3906 Sarasota Ave

1550 21st St

1912 Morrill St

422 Julia Pl

3513 Norwood Ct

2721 Hidden Lake Blvd

2650 Coconut Bay Ln
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2610 Coconut Bay Ln

2425 Dixie Ave

2821 Pershing Ave

924 La Costa Cir

3 Bedroom - Mango Ave

966 La Costa Cir

1664 10th St

974 Tennessee Ln

976 Tennessee Ln

1317 Cocoanut Ave
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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 | $2,084 | $1,300 | $3,848 |
| Downtown Sarasota 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,161 | $800 | $4,540 |
| Downtown Sarasota 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,988 | $1,465 | $8,449 |
| Downtown Sarasota 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,691 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Sarasota 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,085 | $1,912 | $6,419 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 122 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Sarasota Neighborhood of Sarasota, FL.
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Most Pet Friendly Downtown Sarasota Apartments for Rent
The apartment community in the Downtown Sarasota area of Sarasota, FL that ranks the highest in Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score on ApartmentHomeLiving.com is Bold Lofts with prices starting from $1,875 and a Pet Friendly score of 4 of 4. The District at Rosemary scores the second highest with a 3.8 of 4 and has availability currently starting from $1,700. Here are the most Pet Friendly Downtown Sarasota apartments for rent in Sarasota, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Pet Rating | Neighborhood | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bold Lofts | 4/4 | Downtown Sarasota | $1,875 |
| The District at Rosemary | 3.8/4 | Downtown Sarasota | $1,700 |
| CitySide | 3.6/4 | Downtown Sarasota | $2,060 |
| Lyra | 3.6/4 | Downtown Sarasota | $1,783 |
| Aster & Links | 3.4/4 | Downtown Sarasota | $2,798 |
| Spanish Oaks Apartments | 3/4 | Downtown Sarasota | $1,850 |
Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in Downtown Sarasota
The lowest priced apartment unit that allows pets currently in the Downtown Sarasota of Downtown Sarasota is the 2 Bedroom/1 Bath Model at North Washington Apartment Homes, which is a 2 Beds unit starting from $1,250. The second cheapest Downtown Sarasota Pet Friendly apartment is the 1x1sf750 1 Bed unit at Hunters Glen Apartments starting at $1,463. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Downtown Sarasota apartments:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| North Washington Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom/1 Bath | $1,250 |
| Hunters Glen Apartments | 1x1sf750 | $1,463 |
| Sota 75 | S1- Lido | $1,495 |
| The District at Rosemary | S1 | $1,700 |
| Lyra | A1 with Walk-In Shower | $1,958 |
| Bold Lofts | 1BR/1.0BA | $2,085 |
| One Palm | 1B | $2,320 |
| Arcos | A2 | $2,373 |
| CitySide | Parrot | $2,466 |
| Aster & Links | Links A5 | $2,798 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Sarasota, Sarasota, FL
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Frequently Asked Questions about Pet Friendly Downtown Sarasota Apartments
What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in Downtown Sarasota?
Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in Downtown Sarasota is at Hillview Apartments listed at $1,100.
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly Downtown Sarasota Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in Downtown Sarasota is $3,076.
What is the largest Pet Friendly Downtown Sarasota Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Sarasota is a 2,840 square feet unit starting from $2,798 at Aster & Links.
What is the average size for Downtown Sarasota Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in Downtown Sarasota is currently at 720 sq ft.
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