
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Whitfield Neighborhood of Sarasota, FL from $500 (43 Rentals)
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1078 40th St

Palm Place

Hidden Acres

1380 43rd St

Shadowood Apartments

1164 32nd St

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1927-A Sanford Cir

1107 Colleton Dr

Cimarron Lake Apartments

1314 32nd St

Rolling Green

New Trail Plaza

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Flamingo Gardens

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5427 16th St E

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Fountain Lake

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Cirrus at Aqua

5940 Todd St

3527 59th Ave W

The Stadler Luxury Apartments

Magnolia Estates

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Omega Apartments

Venue at Lockwood
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Whitfield, Sarasota, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Whitfield?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whitfield Studio Apartments | $1,569 | $1,090 | $1,993 |
| Whitfield 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,864 | $1,065 | $2,975 |
| Whitfield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,102 | $1,165 | $4,150 |
| Whitfield 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,450 | $1,250 | $7,230 |
| Whitfield 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,272 | $1,050 | $1,814 |
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There are currently 43 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Whitfield Neighborhood of Sarasota, FL.
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Cheapest Available Whitfield Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Whitfield area of Sarasota, FL is a 1 Bed unit found at Flamingo Gardens priced from $1,065. Hidden Acres has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,099. Here are the most affordable Whitfield apartments for rent in Sarasota, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flamingo Gardens | A1F | 1BR,1BA | $1,065 |
| Hidden Acres | Classic Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,099 |
| Shadowood Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,199 |
| Palm Place | The Hampton | 1BR,1BA | $1,255 |
| Coral Club Apartment Homes | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Champions Walk Apartment Homes | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,409 |
| Ranch Lake Apartments | One Bed / One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,430 |
| Fountain Lake | 1 Bed Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $1,441 |
| Rolling Green | De Soto | 2BR,1BA | $1,445 |
| TGM University Park | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,489 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Whitfield, FL
As of January 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Whitfield area is the $1.85 price per square foot 3 Bed Villa Model at Fountain Lake in the in the Savannah neighborhood starting from $2,298. The second greatest value Whitfield apartment is the B2G Model at Magnolia Estates starting at $1,905 with a $1.81 price per square foot in the Fairfield neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Whitfield apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fountain Lake | 3 Bed Villa | 3BR,2BA | $1.85 |
| Magnolia Estates | B2G | 2BR,2BA | $1.81 |
| Rolling Green | De Soto | 2BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Ranch Lake Apartments | One Bed / One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| Coral Club Apartment Homes | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Soto Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| TGM Palm Aire | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| The Point at Bella Grove | 1x1 - 755 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| Champions Walk Apartment Homes | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| Flamingo Gardens | A1F | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for North Central Sarasota, FL. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, places to raise kids, proximity to transit, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Whitfield Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Whitfield?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Whitfield is under $1,489.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Whitfield?
The cheapest apartment in Whitfield is Flamingo Gardens which is listed at $1,065, while the average apartment in Whitfield costs $2,274.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Whitfield?
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 3 regular apartments in Whitfield 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 Whitfield?
Cheap apartments in Whitfield have an average cost of $453 which is $1,821 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Whitfield.
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