
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Manatee County, FL from $500 (67 Rentals)
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Robin's Apartments

910 51st Avenue Plaza W

The Addison

Astoria on 9th - Now Leasing

Mira Lagos

2517 19th Ave W

1308 36th Ave W

2228 2nd Ave E

Citrus Meadows Apartment Homes

1306 17th St W

Goldelm at Braden River

Avalon Villa

Arbor Oaks of Bradenton

Everest Gardens

View Carlton Arms

The Met

Flamingo Gardens

Champions Walk Apartment Homes

5008 Manatee Ave W

Cortez Plaza Apartments

Yacht Club

Harbour Pointe Apartment Homes

Palm Cove Apartments

Cypress Winds Apartment Homes

Solana Vista Apartments

Royal Palm Terrace Apartments

Vista at Palma Sola

Sun Chase Apartment Homes

Coral Club Apartment Homes

3411 9th St Ct W

Nine20 Manatee

Summer Cove Apartments

Lost Creek at Lakewood Ranch

Goldelm at Bennett Park

Magnolia Estates
Manatee County, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Manatee County?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Manatee County Studio Apartments | $1,631 | $850 | $2,213 |
Manatee County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,958 | $507 | $4,111 |
Manatee County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,423 | $607 | $5,900 |
Manatee County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,614 | $689 | $7,500 |
Manatee County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,005 | $2,710 | $3,300 |
Manatee County 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,150 | $3,150 | $3,150 |
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Cheapest Available Manatee County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Manatee County, FL is a 1 Bed unit found at 2121 9th Ave E in the Rogers neighborhood priced from $850. Astoria on 9th - Now Leasing in the Bradenton Village neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,009. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Manatee County apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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2121 9th Ave E | Unfurnished | 1BR, | $850 |
Astoria on 9th - Now Leasing | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,009 |
Hidden Acres | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
The Landings at Crystal Cove | One Bedroom One Bath Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
View Carlton Arms | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,381 |
Bradenton Lofts | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,385 |
Flamingo Gardens | A1F | 1BR,1BA | $1,433 |
River Trace Apartments and Homes | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1,446 |
Springs at Palma Sola Apartments | Studio Designer Courtyard | Studio,1BA | $1,446 |
Cortez Plaza Apartments | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Manatee County, FL
As of March 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Manatee County area is the $1.08 price per square foot 17249 Wheatberry Blvd Model at 17249 Wheatberry Blvd in the in the Rye Wilderness Estates neighborhood starting from $2,795. The second greatest value Manatee County apartment is the 12930 Oak Hill Way Model at 12930 Oak Hill Way starting at $2,749 with a $1.12 price per square foot in the Aberdeen neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Manatee County apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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17249 Wheatberry Blvd | 17249 Wheatberry Blvd | 5BR,3BA | $1.08 |
12930 Oak Hill Way | 12930 Oak Hill Way | 5BR,3BA | $1.12 |
3210 Barber Ave | 3210 Barber Ave | 5BR,3BA | $1.18 |
8211 Timber Lake Ln | 8211 Timber Lake Ln | 2BR,2BA | $1.09 |
4514 Windy Hammock Way | 4514 Windy Hammock Way | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.17 |
4222 Reisswood Lp | 4222 Reisswood Lp | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.18 |
3315 Barber Ave | 3315 Barber Ave | 4BR,3BA | $1.19 |
3312 Barber Ave | 3312 Barber Ave | 4BR,3BA | $1.19 |
4021 Kingsfield Dr | 4021 Kingsfield Dr | 3BR,2BA | $1.18 |
5838 French Creek Ct | 5838 French Creek Ct | 3BR,2BA | $1.19 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Manatee County Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Manatee County?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Manatee County is under $1,450.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Manatee County?
The cheapest apartment in Manatee County is 2121 9th Ave E which is listed at $850, while the average apartment in Manatee County costs $3,150.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Manatee County?
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 65 regular apartments in Manatee County 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 Manatee County?
Cheap apartments in Manatee County have an average cost of $275 which is $2,875 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Manatee County.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
If you’re anything like most people, housing costs represent a huge chunk of your monthly budget. On top of that, moving can be both a stressful and expensive affair.