Average Rent in Sarasota, FL
11 apartment buildings, 100 units. Daily asking prices with rent history for every building.
Cheapest
$999/mo
North Washington Apartments
Properties
11
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Units
100
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Analysis
Rent Price Breakdown
Compare pricing across all 11 properties in Sarasota, FL.
Average rent trend, last 3 months
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Average Rent by Property
Starting Price vs Average
Rent by Bedroom Count
Price per Square Foot
Sarasota, FL Rent Prices
All 11 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
North Washington Apartments
1877 19th St, Sarasota, FL 34234, USA
The Loop at 2800
2800 Telluride Lp, Sarasota, FL 34243, USA
Tapestry University Park
3045 Broadway Ave, Sarasota, FL 34243, USA
BOLD Lofts
1659 2nd St, Sarasota, FL 34236, USA
The Point at Bella Grove
8310 Bella Grove Cir, Sarasota, FL 34243, USA
Park Place Villas
3211 Bee Ridge Rd, Sarasota, FL 34239, USA
Marigot Bay Apartments
4001 N Taggart Cay, Sarasota, FL 34233, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | North Washington Apartments 1877 19th St, Sarasota, FL 34234, USA | $999 | $1,324 | $1.76/ft² | 4.2 (60) | 3 |
| 2 | The Loop at 2800 2800 Telluride Lp, Sarasota, FL 34243, USA | $1,496 | $1,819 | $1.67/ft² | 4.6 (462) | 7 |
| 3 | Tapestry University Park 3045 Broadway Ave, Sarasota, FL 34243, USA | $1,545 | $1,887 | $2.40/ft² | 5 (25) | 18 |
| 4 | BOLD Lofts 1659 2nd St, Sarasota, FL 34236, USA | $1,632 | $2,399 | $2.58/ft² | 4.5 (64) | 13 |
| 5 | The Point at Bella Grove 8310 Bella Grove Cir, Sarasota, FL 34243, USA | $1,669 | $1,878 | $1.99/ft² | 4.6 (427) | 6 |
| 6 | Park Place Villas 3211 Bee Ridge Rd, Sarasota, FL 34239, USA | $1,703 as of Aug 27 | $1,703 | $1.95/ft² | 4.7 (9) | 1 |
| 7 | Marigot Bay Apartments 4001 N Taggart Cay, Sarasota, FL 34233, USA | $1,760 | $1,975 | $1.58/ft² | 4.6 (170) | 5 |
Rent & Price History by Building
North Washington Apartments
4.2 (60)1877 19th St, Sarasota, FL 34234, USA
The Loop at 2800
4.6 (462)2800 Telluride Lp, Sarasota, FL 34243, USA
Tapestry University Park
5 (25)3045 Broadway Ave, Sarasota, FL 34243, USA
BOLD Lofts
4.5 (64)1659 2nd St, Sarasota, FL 34236, USA
The Point at Bella Grove
4.6 (427)8310 Bella Grove Cir, Sarasota, FL 34243, USA
Park Place Villas
4.7 (9)3211 Bee Ridge Rd, Sarasota, FL 34239, USA
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Sarasota, FL neighborhoods
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Sarasota, FL Average Rent Prices 2026
The average rent in Sarasota, FL is $2,731 per month, based on 100 units across 11 apartment communities. Prices range from $999 at North Washington Apartments to $8,480 at Aster & Links.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,632/mo | $1,632/mo | 1 |
| 1 Bed | $2,203/mo | $1,496/mo | 45 |
| 2 Bed | $3,036/mo | $999/mo | 45 |
| 3 Bed | $3,968/mo | $1,875/mo | 9 |
Every price is a real asking rent, updated that morning. Request a neighborhood we don't cover and we add it within 24 hours.
Market Context
Who rents in Sarasota, FL, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Sarasota, FL averages $2,203/mo, with two-bedroom units averaging $3,036/mo. At the local median household income of $70,065, that works out to 47% of gross income, a severely rent-burdened market by HUD standards.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in Sarasota, FL at $1,514/mo. The current tracked market average runs 80% higher than that benchmark, reflecting both two to three years of rent growth and the fact that the Census figure covers all renter-occupied housing in Sarasota, FL while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Sarasota, FL?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$109,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $2,731/mo.
Comfortable income
$131,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($999/mo), you need to earn at least $40,000/year.
Median household income in Sarasota, FL is $70,065 , about 47% below the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Sarasota, FL
Overall prices in Sarasota, FL runs above the national average by about 4% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 104.2, where 100 equals the U.S. average). The breakdown below estimates monthly costs for a single adult, using national consumer-spending baselines from the Bureau of Labor Statistics scaled by Sarasota, FL's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $2,731 |
| Utilities | $592 |
| Groceries | $520 |
| Transportation | $1,412 |
| Healthcare | $689 |
| Other goods and services | $1,102 |
| Estimated total | $7,047/mo |
Population
56,218
Median household income
$70,065
Census median rent
$1,514/mo
Census rent burden
33.9%
Median age
49.3
Mean commute
21 min
Methodology
Rent data
Sourced directly from each tracked apartment community and refreshed every 24 hours. Every listed unit price on this page is real and listed today.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
Applies the standard 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income rule on top of the listed rent. This is the same affordability guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures were last published in 2023.
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Nearby cities in Florida
How Sarasota, FL rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Sarasota, FL | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami, FL | $3,129 | +15% | +1.7% | 36 |
| Tampa, FL | $2,807 | +3% | -0.1% | 27 |
| Orlando, FL | $2,140 | -22% | -1.4% | 25 |
| Apopka, FL | $1,835 | -33% | +2.4% | 20 |
| Jacksonville, FL | $1,752 | -36% | +4.2% | 20 |
| Bradenton, FL | $1,662 | -39% | -0.7% | 17 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Sarasota, FL?
The average rent in Sarasota, FL is $2,731 per month, based on 100 units across 11 apartment buildings tracked by Average Rent. Prices are refreshed daily.
What is the median rent in Sarasota, FL?
The median asking rent in Sarasota, FL is $2,374 per month, computed from 100 live listed units and refreshed daily. The average is $2,731/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Sarasota, FL?
The lowest available rent in Sarasota, FL starts at $999 per month. Availability changes daily and prices are refreshed each morning.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Sarasota, FL?
1-bedroom apartments in Sarasota, FL average $2,203/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $1,496/mo across 45 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Sarasota, FL?
2-bedroom apartments in Sarasota, FL average $3,036/mo. Units start from $999/mo across 45 units currently listed.
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