
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Lakewood Ranch Neighborhood of Sarasota, FL from $1,300 (42 Rentals)
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Halston Lakeside

Latitude 27

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The Adley Lakewood Ranch Waterside Apartments

Sage on Palmer Ranch

Citria

Sorrento

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Row Waterside
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Ridgelake

The Concord Luxury Apartments

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Botanic Waterside Apartments at Lakewood Ranch

Venue Live Oak

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THE ENSLEY

The Tides at Waterside

5699 Sheffield Greene Cir, Unit 5699

5600 Bentgrass Dr
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8865 Daybreak St

8948 Daybreak St

5609 Sheffield Greene Cir

5655 Bentgrass Dr

6535 Draw Ln

5655 Bentgrass Dr, Unit 9111

5524 Twilight Grey Ln

4366 Madeira Ct
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5634 Sheffield Greene Cir

5350 Hyland Hills Ave

4378 Madeira Ct

4212 Center Gate Ln

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Lunara

RENDER Legacy Trail by Crescent Communities

Atori Lakewood Ranch

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Brea Lakewood Ranch
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Olana Waterside

388 Sunshine Dr

330 9th St

5845 Biscotti St

15024 Cuzcorro Ct

15125 Cuzcorro Ct

7171 Boca Grove Pl, Unit 204

15148 Cuzcorro Ct
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5825 Biscotti St

15132 Cuzcorro Ct
South Lakewood Ranch, Sarasota, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Lakewood Ranch?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Lakewood Ranch Studio Apartments | $1,793 | $1,405 | $2,425 |
| South Lakewood Ranch 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,986 | $1,370 | $3,015 |
| South Lakewood Ranch 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,452 | $1,552 | $4,107 |
| South Lakewood Ranch 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,876 | $2,101 | $4,650 |
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There are currently 42 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Lakewood Ranch Neighborhood of Sarasota, FL.
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Cheapest Available South Lakewood Ranch Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Lakewood Ranch area of Sarasota, FL is a 1 Bed unit found at Lunara priced from $1,375. Latitude 27 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,405. Here are the most affordable South Lakewood Ranch apartments for rent in Sarasota, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lunara | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| Latitude 27 | Stilt Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,405 |
| Halston Lakeside | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,434 |
| RENDER Legacy Trail by Crescent Communities | A1 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,534 |
| The Adley Lakewood Ranch Waterside Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,561 |
| Sage on Palmer Ranch | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,589 |
| Citria | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,666 |
| Sorrento | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1,706 |
| Ridgelake | Anna Maria | 1BR,1BA | $1,760 |
| The Concord Luxury Apartments | The Palm | 1BR,1BA | $1,765 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Lakewood Ranch, FL
As of June 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Lakewood Ranch area is the $1.60 price per square foot Sanibel Model at Porchlight Twin Lakes in the in the Palmer Oaks : Palmer Oaks Carriage Homes neighborhood starting from $3,200. The second greatest value South Lakewood Ranch apartment is the Avery II Model at Martinique at Lakewood Ranch starting at $2,675 with a $1.49 price per square foot in the Woods of Moccasin Wallow neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Lakewood Ranch apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Porchlight Twin Lakes | Sanibel | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.60 |
| Martinique at Lakewood Ranch | Avery II | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.49 |
| Row Waterside | The Port | 2BR,2BA | $1.97 |
| Venue Live Oak | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.78 |
| Atori Lakewood Ranch | Anafi ALT | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| Citria | B11 | 2BR,2BA | $2.16 |
| Ridgelake | Anna Maria | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
| RENDER Legacy Trail by Crescent Communities | A2 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| The Adley Lakewood Ranch Waterside Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.36 |
| Lunara | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.34 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Lakewood Ranch, Sarasota, FL
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Lakewood Ranch Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Lakewood Ranch Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Lakewood Ranch Apartment is $1,375 at Lunara.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Lakewood Ranch Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Lakewood Ranch is starting from $1,641 at The Adley Lakewood Ranch Waterside Apartments.
What is the most affordable South Lakewood Ranch Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South Lakewood Ranch Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Citria and starts from $2,101.
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