Average Rent in Sarasota, FL

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Current Versus Historical Sarasota, FL Rents

Sarasota rentals average $1,225 for a studio rental to $9,900 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $3,250, or roughly $36 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 $108 (-8.12%) year-over-year from $1,333 to $1,225. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $552 (36.21%) year-over-year from $1,523 to $2,075. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $1,697 (77.18%) year-over-year from $2,198 to $3,895. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $2,900 (111.54%) year-over-year from $2,600 to $5,500. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $6,833 (222.83%) year-over-year from $3,067 to $9,900. 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 down by 5.71% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone up by 11.66% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 31.00% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 57.89% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 22.73% this month.
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Price / Sqft
Sep 2026 Rent 1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-) 3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio $39.43 $1,225 $1,333 (-8.12%) $2,831 (-56.72%)
1 BR $37.79 $2,075 $1,523 (36.21%) $1,704 (21.76%)
2 BR $35.04 $3,895 $2,198 (77.18%) $2,640 (47.54%)
3 BR $34.45 $5,500 $2,600 (111.54%) $4,623 (18.96%)
4+ BR $47.16 $9,900 $3,067 (222.83%) $5,098 (94.18%)

Historical Rents in Sarasota, FL

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Top Cities Near Sarasota

There are a total of 7 cities nearby Sarasota. The average rent in Sarasota is currently $2,375 per month. A total of 5 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 Sarasota, FL is Siesta Key, FL. Monthly rents here are on average $7,700 per month.

Let's compare Sarasota, FL's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. One bedrooms are about 16.05% more expensive. Two bedrooms in Sarasota, FL are about 34.29% more expensive. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 35.91% more expensive. Want more information? Check out the top 7 cities near Sarasota, FL in the following table.
City Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
South Bradenton, FL N/A N/A $1,775 $1,825
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
Gulf Gate Estates, FL N/A $1,363 $2,125 $2,950
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 Sarasota

There are a total of 4 neighborhoods in or near Sarasota. Some of these neighborhoods include South Bradenton, Heritage Harbour, and The Meadows. We've included all of these top 4 neighborhoods in or near Sarasota, FL in the following table.

The average rent for these 4 neighborhoods in or near Sarasota, FL is currently around $2,500 per month. A total of 3 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Meaning, only a single neighborhood out of these neighborhoods has a higher average rent. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is less than Sarasota's average rent, which is actually $3,250. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near Sarasota, South Bradenton has the most affordable average rent at $1,850 per month. Whereas, at $3,400 average rent per month, Lakewood Ranch is the most expensive neighborhood in or near Sarasota. 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
Heritage Harbour, Myakka City, FL N/A N/A $2,425 $2,500
The Meadows, FL N/A $1,700 $2,300 $2,500
Lakewood Ranch, Myakka City, FL N/A $1,991 $3,225 $3,400

Top Counties Near Sarasota

There are a total of 4 counties located by Sarasota, FL. Some of these counties include Bradenton, FL, Gulf Gate Estates-Osprey, FL, and Sarasota, FL. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $3,188. That's roughly around $30 per sqft. A total of 2 counties have a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is Bradenton, FL. Its average rent per month is $2,500. Vice versa, with an average rent of $8,000, Longboat Key, FL is the most expensive county by Sarasota, FL.

Typically, rent for studios in Sarasota, FL is 53.27% more expensive than other counties nearby. In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in Sarasota, FL is on par with the other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in Sarasota, FL is 8.21% more expensive than other counties nearby. We've listed all of these counties in the table below.
County Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Bradenton, FL $1,145 $1,400 $2,200 $2,500
Gulf Gate Estates-Osprey, FL N/A $1,800 $2,500 $2,650
Sarasota, FL $1,547 $2,250 $3,925 $3,725
Longboat Key, FL N/A $3,250 $6,950 $8,000

Top Zipcodes Near Sarasota

There are a total of 4 zipcodes in or near Sarasota, FL. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $2,558. 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 34235, The Meadows, FL at $2,325 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $2,800 per month is 34209, Bradenton, FL.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $660. That's at least $19 per sqft. Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near Sarasota, FL is $1,725 per month. Or in other words, $29 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $2,336 per month. Which comes out to $22 per sqft. The following table includes the top 4 zipcodes in Sarasota, 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
34243, Bradenton, FL $1,320 $1,750 $2,375 $2,616
34235, The Meadows, FL N/A $1,700 $2,298 $2,325
34209, Bradenton, FL N/A $1,650 $2,500 $2,800

Frequently Asked Questions - Sarasota Average Rents

What is the average rent price in Sarasota, FL?
The average monthly rental price for Sarasota, FL apartments for rent is approximately $3,250. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.
Do Sarasota, 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 Sarasota, FL.
How much is a studio apartment in Sarasota, FL?
The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $1,225 and an average price per square feet of $39.43. There are a total of 4 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in Sarasota.
How much is a one bedroom apartment in Sarasota, FL?
The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $2,025 and an average price per square feet of $37.79. There are a total of 82 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Sarasota.
How much is a two bedroom apartment in Sarasota, FL?
The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $3,500 and an average price per square feet of $35.04. There are a total of 190 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Sarasota.
How have rent prices in Sarasota, FL changed this year?
Rent prices for rentals in Sarasota, FL can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by -0.08%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.36%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.77%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 1.12% year-over-year.
What is a reasonable rent price in Sarasota, FL?
A reasonable rent price in Sarasota, FL is around $2,600/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.