
Cheap Homes for Rent in Bayfront Neighborhood of Sarasota, FL from $400 (10 Rentals)
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303 S Osprey Ave

1775 FRUITVILLE Rd

1696 8th St

650 Central Ave

1563 7th St

1297 13th St

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Bayfront, Sarasota, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Bayfront?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Bayfront 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,628 | $1,800 | $10,000+ |
Bayfront 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,221 | $1,699 | $10,000+ |
Bayfront 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,331 | $425 | $8,000 |
Bayfront 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,000 | $4,000 | $4,000 |
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There are currently 10 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Bayfront Neighborhood of Sarasota, FL.
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Cheapest Available Bayfront Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Bayfront area of Sarasota, FL is a 1 Bed unit found at El Patio Apartments Sarasota priced from $1,800. The District at Rosemary has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,835. Here are the most affordable Bayfront apartments for rent in Sarasota, FL:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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El Patio Apartments Sarasota | 1 bedroom x 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
The District at Rosemary | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,835 |
Spanish Oaks Apartments | Towhnhouse | 2BR,1BA | $1,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bayfront, FL
As of April 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Bayfront area is the $1.80 price per square foot 3x2sf1150 Model at Hunters Glen Apartments in the in the Pinecraft neighborhood starting from $2,073. The second greatest value Bayfront apartment is the 1902 Morrill St Model at 1902 Morrill St, Unit A starting at $1,990 with a $1.99 price per square foot in the Alta Vista neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bayfront apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Hunters Glen Apartments | 3x2sf1150 | 3BR,2BA | $1.80 |
1902 Morrill St, Unit A | 1902 Morrill St | 2BR,1BA | $1.99 |
Artisan Cove Apartments | 2 bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.38 |
Lyra | A4 with Walk-in Shower | 1BR,1BA | $2.83 |
The DeSota | Casey Key | 1BR,1BA | $3.54 |
Bold Lofts Apartments & Private Office | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.92 |
Spanish Oaks Apartments | Towhnhouse | 2BR,1BA | $2.47 |
El Patio Apartments Sarasota | 2 bedroom x 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.03 |
Arcos | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $2.71 |
The District at Rosemary | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $3.34 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Bayfront
What type of rentals are currently available in Bayfront?
There are currently 155 Apartments for Rent in Bayfront, FL with pricing that ranges from $1,295 to $10,586. There are also 60 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Bayfront ranging from $425 to $16,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Bayfront?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Bayfront ranges from $425 to $16,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,813.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Bayfront?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Bayfront range from $2,073 to $10,586, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,699 to $16,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $425 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $8,757.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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