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636 Brevard Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

636 Brevard Ave

636 Brevard AveCocoa, FL 32922
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Clearlake Isles
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Clearlake Isles

1546 Clearlake RdCocoa, FL 32922
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Cocoa, FL

Pricing Updated: 05/11/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Cocoa, FL area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Cocoa Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Downtown Cocoa$1,765$97578
Port St John Cocoa West$2,314$1,000198
Cocoa Village$2,319$99595
Diamond Square$2,319$99578

Cheapest Available Cocoa Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Cocoa, FL is a Studio unit found at Addison Cove in the Downtown Cocoa neighborhood priced from $975. Cocoa Village Flats in the Diamond Square neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $975. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cocoa apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Addison CoveStudioStudio,1BA$975
Cocoa Village FlatsStudioStudio,1BA$975
Costa Vue2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1,100
Villas of Cocoa1 Bd 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,160
Oak Meadows ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Townhome2BR,2BA$1,212

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cocoa, FL

As of May 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cocoa area is the $1.46 price per square foot Lavender Model at Covey Homes Palms West in the in the Diamond Square neighborhood starting from $2,438. The second greatest value Cocoa apartment is the ARIA Model at Fox Glen - Homes for Rent starting at $2,475 with a $1.48 price per square foot in the Port St John Cocoa West neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cocoa apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Covey Homes Palms WestLavender3BR,2BA$1.46
Fox Glen - Homes for RentARIA3BR,2BA$1.48
Cocoa Grand ApartmentsTwo Bedroom with Study2BR,2BA$1.31
Fountain VillasThe Cascade3BR,2BA$1.49
Oak Meadows ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Townhome2BR,2BA$1.03
Hammock HarborCharleston (b)3BR,2BA$1.71
WoodhavenThe Haven2BR,2BA$1.69
1560 University Ln, Unit 6061560 University Ln2BR,2BA$1.79
Costa Vue2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.22
Marina Isle2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.85

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Cocoa Overview

If you are looking for a beautiful place to live, work, and raise a family, then you should take a look at Cocoa, FL. Located in Brevard County, Florida, Cocoa, FL is a warm town with plenty of options when it comes to your next home. If you are looking for apartments in Cocoa, FL, then learn a bit more about this beautiful location! Cocoa apartments could be your next home!á

Why live in Cocoa, FL?

There are countless reasons why people love moving to Cocoa, FL to call this place home. First, the climate is warm, which is perfect for anyone who likes to spend time swimming in the ocean. Second, there are plenty of exciting job opportunities available, particularly given the massive space industry that operates in the local area. Third, the food in the area is all so delicious. Because of the massive mix of cultures, there is no shortage of food options for those who consider themselves to be foodies. Finally, the cost of living is also relatively low. In addition to the lack of state income tax in Florida, to cost of living in Cocoa, FL is significantly lower than some of the major cities in the region.á

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Getting Around Cocoa, FL

Walk Score®

39 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

44 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

17 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cocoa Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Cocoa?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Cocoa is under $1,360.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Cocoa?

The cheapest apartment in Cocoa is Villas of Cocoa which is listed at $1,160, while the average apartment in Cocoa costs $2,179.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Cocoa?

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 12 regular apartments in Cocoa 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 Cocoa?

Cheap apartments in Cocoa have an average cost of $910 which is $1,269 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Cocoa.

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