Average Rent in 34243, Bradenton, FL

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Current Versus Historical 34243, Bradenton, FL Rents

34243 rentals average $1,320 for a studio rental to $3,865 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $2,616, or roughly $22 per square feet.
For the apartment units and housing in September 2026, median rents have risen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have decreased by $314 (-17.36%) year-over-year from $1,809 to $1,495. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $313 (21.81%) year-over-year from $1,437 to $1,750. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $552 (29.85%) year-over-year from $1,848 to $2,400. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $432 (18.64%) year-over-year from $2,318 to $2,750. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $407 (10.47%) year-over-year from $3,883 to $4,290. Note that this figure includes all active and rented listings throughout the month.
Month-to-month, seasonality might have a bigger impact than overall trend price changes. Studio rents have gone up by 8.46% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone up by 14.13% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 6.67% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 1.88% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 10.57% this month.
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Price / Sqft
Sep 2026 Rent 1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-) 3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio $37.54 $1,495 $1,809 (-17.36%) $1,630 (-8.26%)
1 BR $29.91 $1,750 $1,437 (21.81%) $1,667 (5.00%)
2 BR $21.94 $2,400 $1,848 (29.85%) $2,282 (5.19%)
3 BR $19.95 $2,750 $2,318 (18.64%) $2,724 (0.95%)
4+ BR $18.57 $4,290 $3,883 (10.47%) $3,267 (31.33%)

Historical Rents in 34243, Bradenton, FL

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Top Cities Near 34243

There are a total of 16 cities nearby 34243. The average rent in 34243 is currently $2,500 per month. A total of 10 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that South Bradenton, FL, with an average rent of $1,825, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near 34243, Bradenton, FL is Siesta Key, FL. Monthly rents here are on average $7,700 per month.

Let's compare 34243, Bradenton, FL's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. One bedrooms are about 4.69% more expensive. Two bedrooms in 34243, Bradenton, FL are about 3.16% more expensive. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 22.27% more affordable. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 16 total cities near 34243, Bradenton, FL in the following table.
City Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
South Bradenton, FL N/A N/A $1,775 $1,825
Ruskin, FL $1,194 $1,686 $1,900 $2,149
Bradenton, FL $1,075 $1,350 $2,125 $2,300
The Meadows, FL N/A $1,700 $2,300 $2,375
Vamo, FL N/A $1,848 $2,300 $2,375
Venice, FL N/A $1,538 $2,200 $2,600
Gulf Gate Estates, FL N/A $1,363 $2,125 $2,950
Sarasota, FL $1,225 $2,025 $3,500 $3,250
Longboat Key, FL N/A $3,600 $6,000 $7,000
Siesta Key, FL $5,070 $6,900 $8,250 $7,700

Top Neighborhoods Near 34243

There are a total of 6 neighborhoods in or near 34243. Some of these neighborhoods include South Bradenton, The Meadows, and Heritage Harbour. We've included all of these top 6 neighborhoods in or near 34243, Bradenton, FL in the following table.

The average rent for these 6 neighborhoods in or near 34243, Bradenton, FL is currently around $2,550 per month. A total of 4 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Meaning, only two neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $2,550. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is less than 34243's average rent, which is actually $2,616. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near 34243, South Bradenton has the most affordable average rent at $1,850 per month. Whereas, at $5,900 average rent per month, Downtown St. Petersburg is the most expensive neighborhood in or near 34243. View the following table for more information.
Neighborhood Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
South Bradenton, FL N/A N/A $1,825 $1,850
The Meadows, FL N/A $1,700 $2,300 $2,500
Heritage Harbour, Myakka City, FL N/A N/A $2,425 $2,500
Isla del Sol, St. Petersburg, FL N/A $2,200 $2,650 $2,600
Lakewood Ranch, Myakka City, FL N/A $1,991 $3,225 $3,400
Downtown St. Petersburg, St. Petersburg, FL $1,500 $2,900 $6,898 $5,900

Top Counties Near 34243

There are a total of 12 counties located by 34243, Bradenton, FL. Some of these counties include Ruskin, FL, Venice, FL, and Bradenton, FL. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $2,650. That's roughly around $24 per sqft. A total of 5 counties have a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is North Port, FL. Its average rent per month is $2,035. Vice versa, with an average rent of $8,000, Longboat Key, FL is the most expensive county by 34243, Bradenton, FL.

In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in 34243, Bradenton, FL is 15.00% more expensive than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in 34243, Bradenton, FL is 1.05% more expensive than other counties nearby. We've listed the top 10 counties in the table below.
County Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Ruskin, FL $1,194 $1,450 $1,950 $2,300
Venice, FL $1,100 $1,475 $2,200 $2,400
Bradenton, FL $1,145 $1,400 $2,200 $2,500
Gulf Gate Estates-Osprey, FL N/A $1,800 $2,500 $2,650
Parrish, FL N/A N/A $2,150 $2,650
St. Pete Beach, FL $1,500 $1,938 $3,200 $3,000
Myakka City, FL N/A $1,991 $2,750 $3,200
Interior County, FL N/A $1,500 $3,000 $3,400
Sarasota, FL $1,547 $2,250 $3,925 $3,725
Longboat Key, FL N/A $3,250 $6,950 $8,000

Top Zipcodes Near 34243

There are a total of 8 zipcodes in or near 34243, Bradenton, FL. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $2,563. A total of 4 zipcodes have an average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 33711, St. Petersburg, FL at $2,200 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $3,495 per month is 33701, St. Petersburg, FL.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $1,325. That's at least $36 per sqft. Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near 34243, Bradenton, FL is $1,850 per month. Or in other words, $30 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $2,450 per month. Which comes out to $25 per sqft. The following table includes the top 8 zipcodes in 34243, Bradenton, FL. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.
Zipcode Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
34231, Gulf Gate Estates, FL $1,500 $1,800 $2,200 $2,500
34235, The Meadows, FL N/A $1,700 $2,298 $2,325
34209, Bradenton, FL N/A $1,650 $2,500 $2,800
34221, Palmetto, FL N/A $3,200 $2,400 $2,625
33706, St. Pete Beach, FL $1,500 $1,938 $3,200 $3,000
33701, St. Petersburg, FL $1,150 $2,025 $5,000 $3,495
33707, South Pasadena, FL $1,700 $1,900 $2,500 $2,425
33711, St. Petersburg, FL $1,750 $1,475 $2,200 $2,200

Frequently Asked Questions - 34243 Average Rents

What is the average rent price in 34243, Bradenton, FL?
The average monthly rental price for 34243, Bradenton, FL apartments for rent is approximately $2,616. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.
Do 34243, Bradenton, FL rent prices drop in winter?
Yes! On average we see a 3.4% drop in rental prices between the peak summer months and the slower winter months. With the added bonus of decreased competition from other renters looking to move, winter is generally considered the best time of the year to find an apartment for rent in 34243, Bradenton, FL.
How much is a studio apartment in 34243, Bradenton, FL?
The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $1,320 and an average price per square feet of $37.54. There are a total of 2 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in 34243.
How much is a one bedroom apartment in 34243, Bradenton, FL?
The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $1,750 and an average price per square feet of $29.91. There are a total of 11 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 34243.
How much is a two bedroom apartment in 34243, Bradenton, FL?
The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $2,375 and an average price per square feet of $21.94. There are a total of 40 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 34243.
How have rent prices in 34243, Bradenton, FL changed this year?
Rent prices for rentals in 34243, Bradenton, FL can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by -0.17%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.22%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.30%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.19% year-over-year.
What is a reasonable rent price in 34243, Bradenton, FL?
A reasonable rent price in 34243, Bradenton, FL is around $2,093/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.