Cheap Homes for Rent in Lido Key Neighborhood of Sarasota, FL from $1,200 (13 Rentals)

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Lido Key, Sarasota, FL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Lido Key Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lido Key area of Sarasota, FL is a Studio unit found at Sota 75 priced from $1,635. Lyra has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,717. Here are the most affordable Lido Key apartments for rent in Sarasota, FL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sota 75S1- LidoStudio,1BA$1,635
LyraS1Studio,1BA$1,717
El Patio Apartments Sarasota1 bedroom x 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,799
Spanish Oaks ApartmentsTowhnhouse2BR,1BA$1,850
The District at RosemaryS1Studio,1BA$1,895

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lido Key, FL

As of June 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lido Key area is the $3.02 price per square foot Longboat Key with Den Model at The DeSota in the in the Alta Vista neighborhood starting from $3,860. The second greatest value Lido Key apartment is the 2 bedroom Model at Artisan Cove Apartments starting at $2,095 with a $2.17 price per square foot in the Newtown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lido Key apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The DeSotaLongboat Key with Den2BR,2BA$3.02
Artisan Cove Apartments2 bedroom2BR,2BA$2.17
2070 Fruitville Rd, Unit 42070 Fruitville Rd2BR,1BA$2.00
Spanish Oaks ApartmentsTowhnhouse2BR,1BA$2.47
2312 Britannia Rd, Unit britannia2312 Britannia Rd1BR,1BA$2.43
ArcosS2Studio ,1BA$3.29
Sota 75S1- LidoStudio ,1BA$2.52
LyraS1Studio ,1BA$2.66
El Patio Apartments Sarasota1 bedroom x 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.88
1836 Laurel St, Unit 31836 Laurel St1BR,1BA$2.83

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Frequently Asked Questions about Lido Key

What type of rentals are currently available in Lido Key?

There are currently 259 Apartments for Rent in Lido Key, FL with pricing that ranges from $990 to $10,950. There are also 264 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Lido Key ranging from $1,200 to $37,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Lido Key?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Lido Key ranges from $1,200 to $37,500 with an average monthly rent of $10,949.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Lido Key?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Lido Key range from $2,630 to $10,353, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,895 to $18,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,995 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $8,557.

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