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2155 Wood St

SarasotaFL34237

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3126 Joline Dr

SarasotaFL34239

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1274 36th St

SarasotaFL34234
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Downtown Sarasota, Sarasota, FL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Sarasota Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Sarasota area of Sarasota, FL is a 2 Beds unit found at North Washington Apartment Homes priced from $1,250. El Patio Apartments Sarasota has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,499. Here are the most affordable Downtown Sarasota apartments for rent in Sarasota, FL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
North Washington Apartment Homes2 Bedroom/1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,250
El Patio Apartments Sarasota1 bedroom x 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,499
Sota 75A2- Azul1BR,1BA$1,650
Timber Chase at Sarasota Bay1x1 8001BR,1BA$1,663
The District at RosemaryS1Studio,1BA$1,700
Ringling-Stevenson2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1,700
ArcosS1Studio,1BA$1,771
Echo on Eighth2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,799
Bold Lofts Apartments & Private Office0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,835

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Sarasota, FL

As of July 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Sarasota area is the $2.04 price per square foot 1743 7th St Model at 1743 7th St, Unit 1743 in the in the Bellevue Terrace neighborhood starting from $2,750. The second greatest value Downtown Sarasota apartment is the 2 bedroom Model at Artisan Cove Apartments starting at $2,095 with a $2.17 price per square foot in the Alta Vista neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Sarasota apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1743 7th St, Unit 17431743 7th St2BR,2BA$2.04
Artisan Cove Apartments2 bedroom2BR,2BA$2.17
LyraA4 with Walk-in Shower1BR,1BA$2.53
Timber Chase at Sarasota Bay1x1 8001BR,1BA$2.08
2070 Fruitville Rd, Unit 42070 Fruitville Rd2BR,1BA$2.00
Spanish Oaks ApartmentsTowhnhouse2BR,1BA$2.47
El Patio Apartments Sarasota2 bedroom x 1 bath2BR,1BA$2.76
Sota 75S1- LidoStudio ,1BA$2.58
Echo on Eighth2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.86
North Washington Apartment Homes2 Bedroom/1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.00

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Sarasota

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Sarasota?

There are currently 263 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Sarasota, FL with pricing that ranges from $1,250 to $9,428. There are also 192 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Sarasota ranging from $1,150 to $25,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Sarasota?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Sarasota ranges from $1,150 to $25,000 with an average monthly rent of $6,955.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown Sarasota?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Sarasota range from $1,295 to $8,917, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,980 to $18,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,395 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,350.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.