Cheap Homes for Rent in Sarasota, FL from $1,100 (341 Rentals)

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property at 5908 17th St W

$1,100

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5908 17th St W, Unit C36

5908 17th St W
BradentonFL34207
property at 1841 Flamingo Blvd

$1,200

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2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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1841 Flamingo Blvd, Unit O-37

1841 Flamingo Blvd
BradentonFL34207
property at 3782 59th Ave W

$1,250

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$1,250

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3782 59th Ave W, Unit Mirror Lake

3782 59th Ave W
BradentonFL34210
property at 3755 S School Ave

$1,250

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$1,250

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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3755 S School Ave, Unit 34

3755 S School Ave
SarasotaFL34239

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property at 1807 Restful Dr

$1,295

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$1,295

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1807 Restful Dr, Unit N4

1807 Restful Dr
BradentonFL34207
property at 555 S Tuttle Ave

$1,300

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$1,300

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$1,300

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555 S Tuttle Ave, Unit B

555 S Tuttle Ave
SarasotaFL34237

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property at 5310 26th St W

$1,300 - $1,550

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5310 26th St W

BradentonFL34207
property at 4805 Rilma Ave

$1,350

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$1,350

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2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Condo for Rent

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4805 Rilma Ave, Unit 107

4805 Rilma Ave
SarasotaFL34234

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property at 4800 Rilma Ave

$1,395 - $1,595

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4800 Rilma Ave

SarasotaFL34234
property at 890 Mecca Dr

$1,450

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$1,450

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890 Mecca Dr

SarasotaFL34234

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property at 2763 Woodgate Ln

$1,485

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$1,485

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2763 Woodgate Ln, Unit 207

2763 Woodgate Ln
SarasotaFL34231
property at 2612 Hidden Lake Dr N

$1,500

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$1,500

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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2612 Hidden Lake Dr N, Unit B

2612 Hidden Lake Dr N
SarasotaFL34237

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Sarasota, FL Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Sarasota, FL

Pricing Updated: 03/16/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Sarasota, FL area range in price from $245 to $45,000 with an overall median price of $9,177. The three Sarasota neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are South Poinsettia at $750, Caloosa Gardens at $750, and Amaryllis Park at $1,295. 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$2,195$75053
Caloosa Gardens$2,200$75022
Amaryllis Park$2,300$1,29523
Indian Beach-Sapphire Shores$2,324$1,30016
Poinsettia Park$2,400$1,29537
Bayou Oaks$2,425$1,29552
Newtown$2,462$1,29523
Bradenton Village$2,500$1,10018
Glen Oaks$2,525$1,29526
Mariposa$2,695$75053

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. Cortez Plaza Apartments in the North Sarasota neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,099. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Sarasota apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Hidden AcresClassic StudioStudio,1BA$1,099
Cortez Plaza Apartments1/11BR,1BA$1,099
Hillview ApartmentsTwo Bed2BR,1BA$1,100
301 FlatsOne Bed1BR,1BA$1,107
Greenway2-bed, 1-bath at Greenway2BR,1BA$1,180
Sarasota SouthSanibel1BR,1BA$1,199
North Washington Apartment Homes2 Bedroom/1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,199
The Savoy at 3011 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,236
Coral Club Apartment HomesA11BR,1BA$1,299

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sarasota, FL

As of March 16, 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 $3,463. The second greatest value Sarasota apartment is the Avery Model at Martinique at Lakewood Ranch starting at $2,610 with a $1.46 price per square foot in the Woods of Moccasin Wallow 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
Martinique at Lakewood RanchAvery3BR,2.5BA$1.46
Kensington Place TownhomesGlen3BR,2.5BA$1.40
Gables at Honore2x22BR,2BA$1.15
Halston LakesideB22BR,2BA$1.50
MAA Lakewood Ranch22B2BR,2BA$1.57
The Addison Apartments2/22BR,2BA$1.52
1304 53rd Ave W, Unit Apt A1304 53rd Ave W1BR,1BA$1.10
Coral Club Apartment HomesA11BR,1BA$1.56
Hillview ApartmentsTwo Bed2BR,1BA$1.38

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Frequently Asked Questions about Sarasota

What type of rentals are currently available in Sarasota?

There are currently 733 Apartments for Rent in Sarasota, FL with pricing that ranges from $800 to $18,419. There are also 1212 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Sarasota ranging from $1,100 to $45,000.

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 $1,100 to $45,000 with an average monthly rent of $7,613.

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 $18,419, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,599 to $20,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,900 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,050.

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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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

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Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.