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property at 5908 17th St W

$1,100

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5908 17th St W, Unit C36, Unit C36

5908 17th St W
BradentonFL34207

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property at 1875 Sunny Dr

$1,100

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1875 Sunny Dr, Unit G32, Unit G32

1875 Sunny 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, Unit J24

1566 Pleasant Rd
BradentonFL34207

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property at 1807 Restful Dr

$1,295

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$1,295

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1807 Restful Dr, Unit N4, Unit N4

1807 Restful Dr
BradentonFL34207

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property at 2609 Pine Lake Terrace

$1,450

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2609 Pine Lake Terrace, Unit A, Unit A

2609 Pine Lake Terrace
SarasotaFL34237
property at 2650 Coconut Bay Ln

$1,450

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$1,450

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2650 Coconut Bay Ln, Unit 518, Unit 518

2650 Coconut Bay Ln
SarasotaFL34237

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Sarasota, FL Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Sarasota, FL

Pricing Updated: 04/30/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Sarasota, FL area range in price from $778 to $21,047 with an overall median price of $4,158. The three Sarasota neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are South Poinsettia at $825, Indian Beach-Sapphire Shores at $800, and Silver Lake at $778. 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$1,499$82528
Indian Beach-Sapphire Shores$1,636$8008
Silver Lake$1,710$778214
Rogers$1,910$77855
Bradenton Village$2,024$77865
Fairways at Imperial Lakewoods$2,275$1,356158
The Isles on Palmer Ranch$2,290$1,31436
Sheffield Glen$2,296$1,356266
Savannah$2,299$1,050187
Whitfield$2,304$1,050383

Cheapest Available Sarasota Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Sarasota, FL is a Studio unit found at Hidden Acres in the Savannah neighborhood priced from $1,099. Hillview Apartments in the Alta Vista neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Sarasota apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Hidden AcresClassic StudioStudio,1BA$1,099
Hillview ApartmentsTwo Bed2BR,1BA$1,100
301 FlatsOne Bed1BR,1BA$1,107
Palm PlaceThe BristolStudio,1BA$1,115
Sarasota SouthSanibel1BR,1BA$1,199
Bella Sol Apartments1BR 1BA1BR,1BA$1,200
The Savoy at 3011 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,236
Cortez Plaza Apartments1/11BR,1BA$1,299
Coral Club Apartment HomesA11BR,1BA$1,299
Ringling-Stevenson1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,300

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sarasota, FL

As of April 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sarasota area is the $1.65 price per square foot Sanibel Model at Porchlight Twin Lakes in the in the Palmer Oaks : Palmer Oaks Carriage Homes neighborhood starting from $3,300. The second greatest value Sarasota apartment is the Darwin Model at The Palms Glenside starting at $2,845 with a $1.45 price per square foot in the Lakewood Ranch Development 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.
Porchlight Twin LakesSanibel3BR,2.5BA$1.65
The Palms GlensideDarwin3BR,2.5BA$1.45
Martinique at Lakewood RanchAvery II3BR,2.5BA$1.51
Kensington Place TownhomesGlen3BR,2.5BA$1.40
4503 Hale St, Unit 4503 Hale St.4503 Hale St2BR,2BA$1.46
The Addison Apartments2/22BR,2BA$1.52
Rolling GreenDe Soto2BR,1BA$1.60
Coral Club Apartment HomesA11BR,1BA$1.56
Hillview ApartmentsTwo Bed2BR,1BA$1.38
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 734 Apartments for Rent in Sarasota, FL with pricing that ranges from $800 to $13,701. There are also 1271 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Sarasota ranging from $795 to $37,500.

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 $795 to $37,500 with an average monthly rent of $7,417.

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 $1,250 to $13,701, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,500 to $25,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,999 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,050.

Expert Rental Resources

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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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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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.