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Sarasota, FL Apartments for Rent

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Frequently asked questions

How expensive is it to rent an apartment in Sarasota, FL?

The median Sarasota, FL rent is $2,200 which is above the national median rent of $1,469. In addition to the rent cost, you need to also account for costs of basic utilities consisting of water, garbage, electric and natural gas. Check with your local Sarasota utilities for estimates.

How many Apartments are available now in Sarasota, FL?

There are currently 3,836 apartments for rent on the Zillow platform in Sarasota, which fluctuated -1.12% over the past 30-days.

How does HotPads make it easier to find an apartment in Sarasota, FL?

HotPads amenity filters and keyword searches allow you to target exactly what you're looking for in the Sarasota, FL area. We surface the largest marketplace of apartment rentals to search through, so you can feel confident you'll find the best available rental in Sarasota. When new apartment listings come on-market, our recommended searches will notify you in real-time, giving you an advantage to contact landlords and property managers as fast as possible.

About Sarasota

About Sarasota

Sarasota is a city with approximately 52,000 residents, located on the west coast of Florida in Sarasota County. Sarasota offers much in the way of culture, including the top-notch Asolo Repertory Theater and a resident opera company. But plenty of residents think the city's greatest assets are its location on beautiful Sarasota Bay and its proximity to gorgeous beaches. Its beach on Siesta Key was named the best beach in America in 2011 by 'Dr. Beach,' Dr. Stephen Leatherman, Director of the Laboratory for Coastal Research at Florida International University.

Sarasota owes some of its cultural heritage to the influence of the Ringling family and its circus, which made Sarasota its winter headquarters in the early 20thCentury. It's because of John Ringling that Sarasota has a world-class art museum and a circus history museum, which visitors can tour.

Sarasota's most popular neighborhoods surround its burgeoning downtown, which boasts new shops, restaurants and an art scene. Gillespie Park and Paver/Ringling Park are two hot neighborhoods nearby. But one of the most sought-after areas is the barrier island of Lido Key, which offers beautiful beaches.

Commuters drive or use the Sarasota County Area Transit (SCAT), which offers bus service throughout the county. The area's major airport is Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport. Tampa and St. Petersburg are both about an hour away by car. Bradenton is 30-45 minutes away.

Renting in Sarasota

Apartments for rent in Sarasota are, overall, more affordable than in Florida's major metro areas.

Sarasota Highlights

  • Mote Marine Laboratory: A non-profit founded more than 50 years ago to study sharks, this lab now also conducts research on man's impact on Florida's marine environment. Visitors can see sharks, manatees, sea turtles and other creatures.
  • New College of Florida: Located on Sarasota Bay, adjacent to the Ringling Museum, New College is the smallest school in Florida's university system, with about 900 students.
  • Ringling College of Art and Design: This private school of 1,300 students is a leader in teaching the use of technology in the arts.
  • Marie Selby Botanical Gardens: A 13-acre bayfront garden devoted to orchids and tropical plants.
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Searching for apartments to rent in Sarasota is easy when you utilize HotPads map-based search platform. Browse through 3,836 apartment rentals throughout Sarasota’s neighborhoods. In markets like Sarasota, it’s important to move fast and contact the newest listings ASAP. We make it easy with our one-click contact form so you can quickly send your next inquiry.

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Look out for apartment rentals with highlighted amenities such as on-site gym and available parking. Or if you’re looking for a deal, find listings that have had ‘Price Drops’ and watch for listings with a "Promo" tag by searching “Promos” within the filters. We’ve also made it easy to find that perfect luxury apartment or affordable rentals by visiting our cheap Sarasota apartments.