Cheap Homes for Rent in Sarasota, FL from $700 (262 Rentals)

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property at 4353 Timor Pl

$700

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4353 Timor Pl

SarasotaFL34241
property at 1859 Restful Dr

$1,150

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1859 Restful Dr, Unit L26

1859 Restful Dr
BradentonFL34207
property at 1566 Pleasant Rd

$1,150

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$1,150
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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1566 Pleasant Rd, Unit J24

1566 Pleasant Rd
BradentonFL34207
property at 1815 Sunny Dr

$1,150

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2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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1815 Sunny Dr, Unit E21

1815 Sunny Dr
BradentonFL34207

The Best Sarasota Neighborhoods for Renting: Culture, Beaches, and Affordable Apartments

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property at 2531 Flamingo Blvd

$1,200

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$1,200
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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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2531 Flamingo Blvd, Unit 25

2531 Flamingo Blvd
BradentonFL34207
property at 205 52nd Ave Dr W

$1,200

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$1,200
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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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205 52nd Ave Dr W

BradentonFL34207

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property at 5310 26th St W

$1,250 - $1,350

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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5310 26th St W

BradentonFL34207

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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property at 5236 Kenwood Ave

$1,375

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$1,375
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5236 Kenwood Ave

SarasotaFL34234
property at 2733 Hidden Lake Blvd

$1,375

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2733 Hidden Lake Blvd, Unit B

2733 Hidden Lake Blvd
SarasotaFL34237
property at 3015 Chianti Ct

$1,395

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$1,395
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3015 Chianti Ct, Unit 106

3015 Chianti Ct
SarasotaFL34237

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property at 620 57th Ave W

$1,400 - $1,550

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2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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620 57th Ave W

BradentonFL34207

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Sarasota, FL Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Sarasota, FL

Pricing Updated: 07/30/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Sarasota, FL area range in price from $700 to $65,000 with an overall median price of $8,707. The three Sarasota neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are South Poinsettia at $750, Indian Beach-Sapphire Shores at $1,250, and Bradenton Village at $899. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Sarasota Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
South Poinsettia$2,150$75054
Indian Beach-Sapphire Shores$2,275$1,25018
Bradenton Village$2,320$89920
Poinsettia Park$2,572$1,25041
Venice Englewood$2,745$7001021
Caloosa Gardens$2,947$1,5508
Meadow Terrace$2,972$1,100109
Covered Bridge$3,095$1,495108
Sheffield Glen$3,095$1,49591
Glen Oaks$3,172$99522

Cheapest Available Sarasota Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Sarasota, FL is a 1 Bed unit found at The Lexington in the Pinecraft neighborhood priced from $1,099. 301 Flats in the Bradenton neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,107. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Sarasota apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The LexingtonYorkshire1BR,1BA$1,099
301 FlatsOne Bed1BR,1BA$1,107
Palm PlaceThe BristolStudio,1BA$1,135
Bradenton ReserveA11BR,1BA$1,160
Sarasota SouthSanibel1BR,1BA$1,175
Timberlake ApartmentsOne Bed / One Bath1BR,1BA$1,199
Cypress Square IIA11BR,1BA$1,217
The Savoy at 3011 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,236
North Washington Apartment Homes2 Bedroom/1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,299

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sarasota, FL

As of July 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sarasota area is the $1.41 price per square foot Robie Model at The Palms Glenside in the in the Lakewood Ranch Development neighborhood starting from $3,448. The second greatest value Sarasota apartment is the Sanibel Model at Porchlight Twin Lakes starting at $3,200 with a $1.60 price per square foot in the Palmer Oaks : Palmer Oaks Carriage Homes neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sarasota apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Palms GlensideRobie5BR,3BA$1.41
Porchlight Twin LakesSanibel3BR,2.5BA$1.60
Martinique at Lakewood RanchAvery II3BR,2.5BA$1.58
Gables at Honore2x22BR,2BA$1.23
Saratoga PlaceMajestic3BR,2BA$1.55
The Addison Apartments2/22BR,2BA$1.52
2068 Fruitville Rd2068 Fruitville Rd2BR,2BA$1.60
434 N Osprey Ave, Unit 4434 N Osprey Ave2BR,1BA$1.62
Cypress Square IIB12BR,2BA$1.63
301 FlatsOne Bed1BR,1BA$1.61

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Frequently Asked Questions about Sarasota

What type of rentals are currently available in Sarasota?

There are currently 766 Apartments for Rent in Sarasota, FL with pricing that ranges from $493 to $22,784. There are also 1283 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Sarasota ranging from $700 to $65,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Sarasota ranges from $700 to $65,000 with an average monthly rent of $7,356.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Sarasota range from $1,200 to $14,715, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,375 to $24,750. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,150.

Expert Rental Resources

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The Best Sarasota Neighborhoods for Renting: Culture, Beaches, and Affordable Apartments

Written by: J. Lang Wood

Hi, I’m Joyce, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Expert for Sarasota, Florida. My husband and I moved to the Sarasota area more than 20 years ago, and since then, we’ve learned about the city’s many surprising and enjoyable features.

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.