
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lido Key Neighborhood of Sarasota, FL from $1,100 (27 Rentals)
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3943 Freedom Ave

2115 5th St

2108 8th St

1818 5th St, Unit 1

El Patio Apartments Sarasota
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4035 S School Ave

1836 Laurel St, Unit 2

1816 5th St, Unit 1816

1508 Dolphin St, Unit 4

434 N Osprey Ave, Unit 4

Casa Santa Marta II
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Arcos

The District at Rosemary

3751 S School Ave

Artisan Cove Apartments

1912 Morrill St
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Cordelia

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1661 8th St
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Lido Key, Sarasota, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lido Key?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lido Key Studio Apartments | $1,872 | $1,600 | $2,555 |
| Lido Key 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,582 | $1,325 | $4,540 |
| Lido Key 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,452 | $1,395 | $8,500 |
| Lido Key 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,835 | $2,530 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 27 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Lido Key Neighborhood of Sarasota, FL.
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Cheapest Available Lido Key Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lido Key area of Sarasota, FL is a 2 Beds unit found at Hillview Apartments priced from $1,100. 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 Lido Key apartments for rent in Sarasota, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillview Apartments | Two Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| El Patio Apartments Sarasota | 1 bedroom x 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,499 |
| Sota 75 | A2- Azul | 1BR,1BA | $1,690 |
| Arcos | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,699 |
| The District at Rosemary | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,735 |
| Artisan Cove Apartments | 2 bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lido Key, FL
As of January 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lido Key area is the $1.78 price per square foot 434 N Osprey Ave Model at 434 N Osprey Ave, Unit 4 in the in the Alta Vista neighborhood starting from $1,650. The second greatest value Lido Key apartment is the 2 bedroom Model at Artisan Cove Apartments starting at $1,795 with a $1.95 price per square foot in the Alta Vista neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lido Key apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 434 N Osprey Ave, Unit 4 | 434 N Osprey Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| Artisan Cove Apartments | 2 bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.95 |
| Arcos | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.73 |
| Hillview Apartments | Two Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Bold Lofts Apartments & Private Office Rentals | 1 Bed 1 Bath (A1) | 1BR,1BA | $2.78 |
| Spanish Oaks Apartments | Towhnhouse | 2BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| El Patio Apartments Sarasota | 2 bedroom x 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.76 |
| 1816 5th St, Unit 1816 | 1816 5th St | 2BR,1BA | $2.46 |
| Sota 75 | S1- Lido | Studio ,1BA | $2.62 |
| 1836 Laurel St, Unit 2 | 1836 Laurel St | 1BR,1BA | $2.66 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lido Key Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Lido Key?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Lido Key is under $1,795.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lido Key?
The cheapest apartment in Lido Key is El Patio Apartments Sarasota which is listed at $1,499, while the average apartment in Lido Key costs $5,513.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lido Key?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 31 regular apartments in Lido Key that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Lido Key?
Cheap apartments in Lido Key have an average cost of $583 which is $4,930 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lido Key.
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