Bedroom count
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Last updated on October 9, 2026
Average rent in
Sarasota-Bradenton, FL
Average rent in
Last updated on October 9, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
The bottom line
Sarasota Bradenton, FL rent slipped 6.9% year over year, with a current median of $2,700/month. Month-to-month rent is essentially flat, with renters paying $181 less per month on average than last year, reflecting a cooldown after the peak of $3,000/month in April 2025.
Compared to national trends
Sarasota Bradenton runs 42.1% more expensive than the $1,900/month national median, placing it in the higher price tier among U.S. metros despite a limited total rental inventory of 256 units.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studios rent for $950/month, 1-bedrooms at $1,850/month, and 2-bedrooms at $2,500/month. Larger units include 3-bedrooms at $2,800/month and 4+ bedrooms at $3,450/month. The bedroom tiers reflect a broad range of options for renters in Sarasota Bradenton.
Neighborhood spotlight
Rubonia rents fell 85.9% year over year to $1,898/month across 13 rentals, and River Wilderness dropped 71.4% to $1,859/month. These declines stand out against the citywide 6.9% cooldown, showing localized market shifts in Sarasota Bradenton.
Median rent
Median rent in Sarasota Bradenton
$2,700/mo
7%vs previous year
The average rent in Sarasota Bradenton is $2,700 per month as of October 2026. This is 42% above the national average rent, or $800 more per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Sarasota Bradenton
256
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Sarasota Bradenton rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Sarasota-Bradenton, FL
Average rent prices in Sarasota Bradenton have remained the same over the last month and have decreased by 7% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Sarasota-Bradenton, FL
Rent prices in Sarasota Bradenton vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Sarasota Bradenton is $1,987, whereas a house costs $2,800. 1-bedroom apartments in Sarasota Bradenton run $1,895 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $2,380.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $950 |  2% | 30% | |
1 bedroom | $1,850 | 5% | 38% | |
2 bedroom | $2,500 | 1% | 12% | |
3 bedroom | $2,800 | 2% | 3% | |
4 bedroom | $3,450 | 2% | 3% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Artisan Lakes | $2,300 | |
Covered Bridge Estates | $1,995 | |
Greyhawk Landing | $2,365 | |
Harrison Ranch | $2,100 | |
Heritage Harbour | $2,312 | |
Heritage Oaks | $2,610 | |
Lakewood | $2,975 | |
Lakewood Ranch | $2,897 | |
Manatee River Plantation | $2,499 | |
Tara | $2,475 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,987 | 1% | No Change | |
Condos | $2,675 | No Change | No Change | |
Houses | $2,800 | No Change | No Change | |
Rooms | $1,287 | 58% | - |
Studio
Average rent
$950
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
30%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,850
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
38%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$2,500
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
12%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$2,800
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
3%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$3,450
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
3%
Lakewood Ranch
Average rent
$2,897
Heritage Harbour
Average rent
$2,312
Lakewood
Average rent
$2,975
Artisan Lakes
Average rent
$2,300
Tara
Average rent
$2,475
Heritage Oaks
Average rent
$2,610
Harrison Ranch
Average rent
$2,100
Manatee River Plantation
Average rent
$2,499
Covered Bridge Estates
Average rent
$1,995
Greyhawk Landing
Average rent
$2,365
Apartments
Average rent
$1,987
Last 30 days
1%
Condos
Average rent
$2,675
Last 30 days
No Change
Houses
Average rent
$2,800
Last 30 days
No Change
Rooms
Average rent
$1,287
Last 30 days
58%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Sarasota-Bradenton, FL, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Sarasota Bradenton, FL compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Sarasota Bradenton and Bayshore Gardens by all bedroom counts and property types.
Sarasota Bradenton
42%higher than the national median
17%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Sarasota Bradenton, FL is 70% higher than the median rent in Bayshore Gardens, FL.
Average rent in nearby cities
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8%$2,400
2%Discover rentals in Sarasota-Bradenton, FL
7h ago
6510 Anchor Loop, Sarasota-Bradenton, FL 34212
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,485–$2,925
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Rubonia apartment for rent in Sarasota-Bradenton
3 beds
2 baths
$1,695
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
Available Sep 30
5d+ ago
Heritage Harbour condo for rent in Sarasota-Bradenton
8105 Grand Estuary Trl #404, Sarasota-Bradenton, FL 34212
2 beds
2 baths
$1,699
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Condo for rent
4d ago
Artisan Lakes townhouse for rent in Sarasota-Bradenton
2 beds
2.5 baths
$1,700
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.House for rent
Available Sep 21
2d ago
Heritage Harbour house for rent in Sarasota-Bradenton
9022 Heritage Sound Dr, Sarasota-Bradenton, FL 34212
3 beds
2 baths
$11,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Nov 8
5d+ ago
Lakewood Ranch house for rent in Sarasota-Bradenton
12203 Seabrook Ave, Sarasota-Bradenton, FL 34211
3 beds
2 baths
$11,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
Lakewood Ranch house for rent in Sarasota-Bradenton
5528 Arnie Loop, Sarasota-Bradenton, FL 34211
4 beds
3 baths
$10,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
Lakewood Ranch house for rent in Sarasota-Bradenton
4216 Pond Brook Ct #1, Sarasota-Bradenton, FL 34211
4 beds
3 baths
$9,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Aug 15
7h ago
Verified
1450 Pine Warbler Pl, Sarasota-Bradenton, FL 34240
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,699–$2,955
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
17h ago
Verified
1705 Great Cypress Loop, Sarasota-Bradenton, FL 34211
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,745–$2,526
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
3412 Hilltop Cir #NA, Sarasota-Bradenton, FL 34211
3 beds
3.5 baths
$3,745
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.House for rent
Available Nov 1
5d+ ago
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$2,970
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.House for rent
Available Nov 30
7h ago
Verified
1450 Pine Warbler Pl, Sarasota-Bradenton, FL 34240
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,699–$2,955
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
16h ago
Verified
14204 17th Ct E, Sarasota-Bradenton, FL 34219
4 beds
2.5 baths
$2,684
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.House for rent
Available Oct 7
16h ago
Verified
9940 58th St E, Sarasota-Bradenton, FL 34219
4 beds
2 baths
$2,860
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.House for rent
Available Oct 12
16h ago
Verified
8819 Haven Harbour Way, Sarasota-Bradenton, FL 34212
3 beds
2 baths
$2,960
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.House for rent
Available Sep 29
17h ago
Verified
1705 Great Cypress Loop, Sarasota-Bradenton, FL 34211
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,745–$2,526
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
16h ago
Verified
11914 Meadowgate Pl, Sarasota-Bradenton, FL 34211
3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,990
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.House for rent
Available Oct 5
16h ago
Verified
8819 Haven Harbour Way, Sarasota-Bradenton, FL 34212
3 beds
2 baths
$2,960
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.House for rent
Available Sep 29
16h ago
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$2,391
Price dropped $105Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.House for rent
Available Oct 3
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Frequently asked questions for Sarasota-Bradenton, FL
Quick answers to common questions about the Sarasota Bradenton rental market.
How much is rent in Sarasota Bradenton?
The average rent in Sarasota Bradenton is $2,700 per month as of October 3, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Sarasota Bradenton?
Average rent prices in Sarasota Bradenton have remained the same over the last month and have decreased by 7% since last year.
How does Sarasota Bradenton rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Sarasota Bradenton is 42% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $800 more per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Sarasota Bradenton?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Sarasota Bradenton are Covered Bridge Estates ($1,995/mo), Harrison Ranch ($2,100/mo), and Artisan Lakes ($2,300/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Sarasota Bradenton?
To comfortably afford rent in Sarasota Bradenton, you'd need to earn approximately $108,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Sarasota Bradenton?
October is the best time to apartment hunt in Sarasota-Bradenton, with rents running about 9% lower than March prices and less competition from other renters.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).