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Last updated on October 29, 2026
Average rent in
Sarasota, FL
Average rent in
Last updated on October 29, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Sarasota rent stands today
Sarasota, FL rent rose 4.4% year over year, with a current median of $2,500/month. Renters today are paying $105 more per month on average than last year, with rent still 7.3% below the peak of $2,750/month reached in May 2026.
Compared to national trends
Sarasota runs 31.6% more expensive than the $1,900/month national median, placing it in the higher price tier for Florida metros with 840 total rentals available.
Price ranges
Studios in Sarasota rent for $1,395/month, 1-bedrooms for $1,750/month, 2-bedrooms for $2,314/month, and 3-bedrooms for $2,650/month, with 4+ bedrooms reaching $5,373/month. This range reflects the diversity of bedroom options available to renters.
Neighborhood spotlight
South Poinsettia rents fell 82.8% year over year to $2,745/month across 14 rentals, a stark contrast to the citywide 4.4% increase. Harbor Acres and Lido Shores also saw large declines of 79.1% and 66.7%, respectively, showing significant local variation in Sarasota's rental market.
Median rent
Median rent in Sarasota
$2,500/mo
4%vs previous year
The average rent in Sarasota is $2,500 per month as of October 2026. This is 32% above the national average rent, or $600 more per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Sarasota
840
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Sarasota rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Sarasota, FL
Average rent prices in Sarasota have increased by 2% over the last month and have increased by 4% 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, FL
Rent prices in Sarasota vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Sarasota is $1,925, whereas a house costs $2,975. 1-bedroom apartments in Sarasota run $1,761 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $2,202.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,395 | 4% |  7% | |
1 bedroom | $1,750 | 4% | 3% | |
2 bedroom | $2,314 | 2% | 10% | |
3 bedroom | $2,650 | 4% | No Change | |
4 bedroom | $5,373 | 31% | 42% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Alta Vista | $2,850 | |
Arlington Park | $2,471 | |
Bayou Oaks | $1,687 | |
Central Cocoanut | $1,897 | |
Gillespie Park | $1,775 | |
Golden Gate Point | $2,800 | |
Laurel Park | $2,615 | |
Lido Key | $6,000 | |
Main Street Merchants | $4,900 | |
Rosemary District | $2,515 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,925 | 7% | 3% | |
Condos | $2,200 | 9% | No Change | |
Houses | $2,975 | 3% | 8% | |
Rooms | $936 | 10% | 19% |
Studio
Average rent
$1,395
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
7%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,750
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
3%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$2,314
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
10%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$2,650
Last 30 days
4%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$5,373
Last 30 days
31%
Last year
42%
Arlington Park
Average rent
$2,471
Lido Key
Average rent
$6,000
Bayou Oaks
Average rent
$1,687
Central Cocoanut
Average rent
$1,897
Rosemary District
Average rent
$2,515
Main Street Merchants
Average rent
$4,900
Gillespie Park
Average rent
$1,775
Laurel Park
Average rent
$2,615
Alta Vista
Average rent
$2,850
Golden Gate Point
Average rent
$2,800
Apartments
Average rent
$1,925
Last 30 days
7%
Last year
3%
Condos
Average rent
$2,200
Last 30 days
9%
Houses
Average rent
$2,975
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
8%
Rooms
Average rent
$936
Last 30 days
10%
Last year
19%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Sarasota, 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, FL compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Sarasota and Bayshore Gardens by all bedroom counts and property types.
Sarasota
32%higher than the national median
18%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Sarasota, FL is 61% higher than the median rent in Bayshore Gardens, FL.
Average rent in nearby cities
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1%$2,750
5%$10,292
74%$1,579
7%$2,400
4%$2,977
3%Cost of living in Sarasota, FL
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Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 4% lower |
| Groceries | 7% higher |
| Health | 5% higher |
| Housing | 13% higher |
| Transportation | 2% higher |
| Utilities | 4% higher |
Discover rentals in Sarasota, FL
5d+ ago
House for rent in Sarasota
1 bed
1 bath
$900
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 Dec 8
11h ago
House for rent in Sarasota
2002 Linwood Dr #9, Sarasota, FL 34232
1 bed
1 bath
$960
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
2d ago
1067 41st St, Sarasota, FL 34234
4 beds
1 bath
$995
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.Apartment for rent
11h ago
Alta Vista house for rent in Sarasota
2380 Bay St, Sarasota, FL 34237
1 bed
1 bath
$1,000
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
14h ago
Verified
4 beds
3 baths
$31,326
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.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Sarasota
6020 Midnight Pass Rd #26, Sarasota, FL 34242
2 beds
2 baths
$27,000
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
Condo for rent in Sarasota
3 beds
2.5 baths
$20,000
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.Condo for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Sarasota
1001 Point Of Rocks Rd #212, Sarasota, FL 34242
2 beds
2 baths
$18,900
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
1d ago
Verified
12501 Honore Ave, Sarasota, FL 34238
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,613–$2,612
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 16-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
7944 Celestial Cir, Sarasota, FL 34241
3 beds
2 baths
$2,445–$3,215
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
13m ago
Verified
3201 Huntington Place Dr, Sarasota, FL 34237
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,469–$2,861
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.Apartment for rent
23h ago
Verified
419 N Briggs Ave, Sarasota, FL 34237
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,438–$1,728
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
23h ago
Verified
419 N Briggs Ave, Sarasota, FL 34237
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,438–$1,728
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
1d ago
Verified
2562 10th St, Sarasota, FL 34237
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,463–$1,963
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
1d ago
Verified
7944 Celestial Cir, Sarasota, FL 34241
3 beds
2 baths
$2,445–$3,215
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
4d ago
Verified
5010 Central Sarasota Pkwy, Sarasota, FL 34238
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,314–$2,501
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.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 29
1d ago
Verified
12501 Honore Ave, Sarasota, FL 34238
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,613–$2,612
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 16-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
7944 Celestial Cir, Sarasota, FL 34241
3 beds
2 baths
$2,445–$3,215
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
13m ago
Verified
3201 Huntington Place Dr, Sarasota, FL 34237
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,469–$2,861
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.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
2562 10th St, Sarasota, FL 34237
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,463–$1,963
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
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Frequently asked questions for Sarasota, FL
Quick answers to common questions about the Sarasota rental market.
How much is rent in Sarasota?
The average rent in Sarasota is $2,500 per month as of October 24, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Sarasota?
Average rent prices in Sarasota have increased by 2% over the last month and have increased by 4% since last year.
How does Sarasota rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Sarasota is 32% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $600 more per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Sarasota?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Sarasota are Bayou Oaks ($1,687/mo), Gillespie Park ($1,775/mo), and Central Cocoanut ($1,897/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Sarasota?
To comfortably afford rent in Sarasota, you'd need to earn approximately $100,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Sarasota?
Late summer through fall offers the best apartment hunting conditions in Sarasota, with August seeing the lowest rents and November and December being the least competitive months with lower demand.
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).