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Last updated on June 15, 2026
Average rent in
Sarasota, FL
Average rent in
Last updated on June 15, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Sarasota rent stands today
Sarasota, FL rent rose 3.8% year over year, with a current median of $2,590/month. Renters are paying $677 more per month than last year, and rents have returned to the peak level of $2,750/month seen this June.
Vs. national rents
Sarasota runs roughly 1.3× the $1,950/month national median, placing it among pricier Florida metros with a smaller inventory of 989 total rentals. This market offers a range of options across property types and bedroom counts.
Price ranges
Studios rent for $1,695/month, 1-bedrooms for $1,805/month, and 2-bedrooms for $2,500/month, with 4+ bedrooms reaching $4,148/month. Houses rent for a median of $2,999/month, while apartments sit at $1,875/month, reflecting distinct price tiers.
Neighborhood spotlight
In Sarasota, FL, South Poinsettia rents fell 80.0% year over year to $2,000/month, and St Armands dropped 75.8% to $5,800/month. These declines contrast with the citywide 3.8% rise and show local shifts in some neighborhoods.
Median rent
Median rent in Sarasota
$2,590/mo
4%vs previous year
The average rent in Sarasota is $2,590 per month as of June 2026. This is 33% above the national average rent, or $640 more per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Sarasota
989
for rent on Zumper.com as of June 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Sarasota rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Sarasota, FL
Average rent prices in Sarasota have remained the same 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 $1,875, whereas a house costs $2,999. 1-bedroom apartments in Sarasota run $1,600 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,963.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,695 |  5% | 96% | |
1 bedroom | $1,805 | 2% | 35% | |
2 bedroom | $2,500 | No Change | 38% | |
3 bedroom | $2,755 | 1% | No Change | |
4 bedroom | $4,147 | 10% | 30% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Alta Vista | $2,800 | |
Arlington Park | $3,000 | |
Bayou Oaks | $1,622 | |
Central Cocoanut | $2,500 | |
Hudson Bayou | $2,650 | |
Laurel Park | $2,750 | |
Lido Key | $5,600 | |
Main Street Merchants | $4,000 | |
Rosemary District | $3,087 | |
St Armands | $5,800 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,875 | 2% | No Change | |
Condos | $2,425 | 4% | No Change | |
Houses | $2,999 | 1% | No Change | |
Rooms | $1,060 | 11% | 1% |
Studio
Average rent
$1,695
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
96%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,805
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
35%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$2,500
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
38%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$2,755
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
No Change
4 bedroom
Average rent
$4,147
Last 30 days
10%
Last year
30%
Rosemary District
Average rent
$3,087
Lido Key
Average rent
$5,600
Arlington Park
Average rent
$3,000
Bayou Oaks
Average rent
$1,622
Main Street Merchants
Average rent
$4,000
Central Cocoanut
Average rent
$2,500
Laurel Park
Average rent
$2,750
Alta Vista
Average rent
$2,800
St Armands
Average rent
$5,800
Hudson Bayou
Average rent
$2,650
Apartments
Average rent
$1,875
Last 30 days
2%
Condos
Average rent
$2,425
Last 30 days
4%
Houses
Average rent
$2,999
Last 30 days
1%
Rooms
Average rent
$1,060
Last 30 days
11%
Last year
1%
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
33%higher than the national median
22%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Sarasota, FL is 70% higher than the median rent in Bayshore Gardens, FL.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,525
13%$2,250
3%$1,770
8%$7,500
2%$2,000
3%$2,275
7%$2,650
3%$2,850
$6,163
57%$1,599
8%$2,400
2%$2,687
3%Cost of living in Sarasota, FL
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
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 | 2% higher |
Discover rentals in Sarasota, FL
10h ago
3801 Clover Ln, Sarasota, FL 34233
1 bed
0 baths
$200
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Sarasota
3270 Tyne Ln #C, Sarasota, FL 34232
1 bed
1 bath
$725
House for rent
Available Jun 1
5d+ ago
House for rent in Sarasota
1 bed
1 bath
$900
House for rent
Available Dec 8
5d+ ago
Bayou Oaks apartment for rent in Sarasota
4026 Royal Palm Ave, Sarasota, FL 34234
4 beds
1 bath
$950
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Sarasota
4 beds
4.5 baths
$78,000
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Sarasota
6020 Midnight Pass Rd #26, Sarasota, FL 34242
2 beds
2 baths
$27,000
House for rent
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Sarasota
3 beds
2.5 baths
$20,000
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
House for rent
4h ago
Verified
4623 Tri Par Dr, Sarasota, FL 34234
2 beds
1 bath
$1,499–$1,699
Apartment for rent
Available Jun 15
1d ago
Verified
7901 Celestial Cir, Sarasota, FL 34241
3 beds
2 baths
$2,675–$2,830
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
12501 Honore Ave, Sarasota, FL 34238
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,600–$2,423
Price drop
Apartment for rent
3h ago
Verified
1415 2nd St, Sarasota, FL 34236
1–3 beds
1–3 baths
$2,391–$12,662
Price drop
Apartment for rent
Available Jun 15
4h ago
Verified
4623 Tri Par Dr, Sarasota, FL 34234
2 beds
1 bath
$1,499–$1,699
Apartment for rent
Available Jun 15
1d ago
Verified
7901 Celestial Cir, Sarasota, FL 34241
3 beds
2 baths
$2,675–$2,830
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
5010 Central Sarasota Pkwy, Sarasota, FL 34238
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,383–$2,441
Price drop
Apartment for rent
Available Jun 15
2d ago
Verified
6448 Boxgrove Dr, Sarasota, FL 34240
3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,700
$2,600
Price drop
House for rent
Available Jul 1
4h ago
Verified
4623 Tri Par Dr, Sarasota, FL 34234
2 beds
1 bath
$1,499–$1,699
Apartment for rent
Available Jun 15
1d ago
Verified
7901 Celestial Cir, Sarasota, FL 34241
3 beds
2 baths
$2,675–$2,830
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
12501 Honore Ave, Sarasota, FL 34238
2 beds
2 baths
$1,963–$1,978
Price drop
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
2562 10th St, Sarasota, FL 34237
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,463–$1,963
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 $2,590 per month as of June 13, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Sarasota?
Average rent prices in Sarasota have remained the same 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 33% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $640 more per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Sarasota?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Sarasota are Bayou Oaks ($1,622/mo), Central Cocoanut ($2,500/mo), and Hudson Bayou ($2,650/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Sarasota?
To comfortably afford rent in Sarasota, you'd need to earn approximately $104,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Sarasota?
Sarasota's 2025 rental market shows one-bedroom apartments averaging around $1,800 per month, while two-bedroom units average around $2,300 monthly. These figures represent decreases from the previous year, with one-bedrooms down 10.3% and two-bedrooms falling 9.6%.
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).