
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Fort Walton Beach, FL from $400 (22 Rentals)
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74 2nd Ave

551 US-98
Fort Walton Beach, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fort Walton Beach?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Fort Walton Beach Studio Apartments | $1,148 | $827 | $1,469 |
Cheap Fort Walton Beach 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,759 | $982 | $2,216 |
Cheap Fort Walton Beach 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,852 | $1,150 | $3,785 |
Cheap Fort Walton Beach 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,305 | $1,359 | $2,898 |
Cheap Fort Walton Beach 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,879 | $1,515 | $2,220 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Fort Walton Beach, FL
Pricing Updated: 04/24/2025Current apartment rentals in the Fort Walton Beach, 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 Fort Walton Beach Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Santa Rosa Island | $2,220 | $1,200 | 21 |
Wright | $2,394 | $827 | 80 |
Sylvania Heights | $2,417 | $982 | 82 |
Ocean City | $2,858 | $827 | 81 |
Cheapest Available Fort Walton Beach Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Fort Walton Beach, FL is a 1 Bed unit found at Jaymar Apartments in the Santa Rosa Island neighborhood priced from $1,250. Cross Oaks Apartments in the Sylvania Heights neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,350. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Fort Walton Beach apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Jaymar Apartments | 1 bedroom, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
Cross Oaks Apartments | 1x1 Cross Oaks | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
Elevate at 604 West | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,374 |
Church Street Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,397 |
Colony House Apartments | Heather | 2BR,1BA | $1,465 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fort Walton Beach, FL
As of April 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fort Walton Beach area is the $1.44 price per square foot Three Bedroom Model at SoundSide Apartments in the in the Santa Rosa Island neighborhood starting from $1,991. The second greatest value Fort Walton Beach apartment is the B1 Model at Estates at Palm Bay starting at $1,750 with a $1.42 price per square foot in the Sylvania Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fort Walton Beach apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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SoundSide Apartments | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.44 |
Estates at Palm Bay | B1 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.42 |
The Cordelia | B1.1.5T | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.58 |
The Aria | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.81 |
Church Street Apartments | 2 Beds / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.77 |
Colony House Apartments | Heather | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
Cross Oaks Apartments | 1x1 Cross Oaks | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
315 Bream Ave | 315 Bream Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.85 |
Elevate at 604 West | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
Jaymar Apartments | 1 bedroom, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
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Fort Walton Beach Overview
If you love the appeal of powdery white beaches and tranquil waters, you will love Fort Walton Beach. It is a coastal community in Okaloosa County, located in Florida. Whether you love fishing, golfing, surfing or shopping, this resort-based area has something for everyone. There are also various museums to visit and an array of delicious foods to indulge in. When you live in one of our apartments in Fort Walton Beach, you will have a fantastic time throughout the year.
Why live in Fort Walton Beach, FL?
Often referred to as the Emerald Coast because of its enchanting greenish-blue tinted waters, Fort Walton Beach is a magnet for tourists. Downtown and uptown are filled with places of interest and activities for everybody. With the great weather and the feeling of a small community, “snowbirds” are known to make their permanent homes here and some live in Fort Walton Beach apartments.
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Getting Around Fort Walton Beach, FL
Walk Score®
59 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
52 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fort Walton Beach Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Fort Walton Beach?
The cheapest apartment in Fort Walton Beach is Jaymar Apartments which is listed at $1,250, while the average apartment in Fort Walton Beach costs $2,472.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Fort Walton Beach?
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 1 regular apartments in Fort Walton Beach 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 Fort Walton Beach?
Cheap apartments in Fort Walton Beach have an average cost of $1,146 which is $1,326 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fort Walton Beach.
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