• Renter Tools
    • Favorites
    • Saved Searches
  • Manage Rentals
  • Apartments For Rent
  • Houses For Rent
  • Condos For Rent
  • Townhomes For Rent
  • Help Center
  • Cost of Living in Bradenton
  • Area Guide
  • Rent Calculator
  • Property Management Companies

Language

Apartments.com Logo
Manage Rentals      Sign Up / Sign In
Add a Property

Rental Market Trends in Bradenton, FL

What is the average rent in Bradenton, FL?

$1,510/month

Average Rent

765 Sq Ft

Average Apartment Size

-6.2%

Decrease in the Last Year

As of June 2026, the average rent in Bradenton, FL is $1,510 per month. For comparison, the national average rent price in the US is currently $1,644/month, which means Bradenton rent prices are 8% lower than the national average. When you rent an apartment in Bradenton, you can expect to pay about $1,239 per month for a studio, $1,510 for a one-bedroom apartment, and around $1,774 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you opt for a three-bedroom rental, you could pay $2,178 or more.

Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,239/month
541 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,510/month
765 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,774/month
1,081 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,178/month
1,336 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,434/month
742 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,617/month
1,120 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,998/month
1,794 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$4,760/month
2,321 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,596/month
728 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,620/month
1,221 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,401/month
1,605 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,113/month
1,170 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,556/month
1,532 Sq Ft

How much has average rent changed in Bradenton, FL?

In the past year, rent has decreased by 6.2%, which averages out to $93 less per month.

Market Trends Over Time   The chart below compares average rent prices to the previous year during the same time period.
Last Updated June 2026
Legend
2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time
Rent Ranges in Bradenton, FL
Last Updated June 2026
$1,501 - $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Bradenton, FL
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
10% $700 - $1,000/month
20% $1,001 - $1,500/month
58% $1,501 - $2,000/month
12% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

Last Updated Today
  • Most Affordable
  • Most Expensive
  • Most Available

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Bradenton?

Based on current rent prices, Lakewood Ranch Development is the most affordable neighborhood in Bradenton.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Lakewood Ranch Development
$1,946/month
819 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Bradenton?

Based on current rent prices, Lakewood Ranch Development is the most expensive neighborhood in Bradenton.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Lakewood Ranch Development
$1,946/month
819 Sq Ft

Which Bradenton neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhood in Bradenton with the most apartments available is Lakewood Ranch Development .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Lakewood Ranch Development
$1,946/month
819 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Bradenton, FL?

Because the average rent in Bradenton is $1,510, you’ll want to make about $5,033 per month or $60,396 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Bradenton, FL is 2.5% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Bradenton is 0.1% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,239 - $2,178. You can expect to pay 1.2% more for groceries, 10.9% less for utilities, and 1.5% more for transportation.

City

Bradenton, FL

2,612 Available Apartments for Rent

Search for Nearby Apartments

How does Bradenton, FL compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Bradenton, FL to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.

Explore the Area Guide for Bradenton, FL

Apartment Averages

Lakewood Ranch Development

Bradenton, FL

Lakewood Ranch Development

Bradenton, FL

Studio
-
-
One Bedroom
$1,669/month
$1,669/month
Two Bedroom
$2,059/month
$2,059/month
Three Bedroom
$2,409/month
$2,409/month
Search
Search

Nearby City Rent Trends

  • Palmetto Average Rent

Apartment communities in Bradenton we think you'll love

Preserve at Riverwalk Apartments

Preserve at Riverwalk Apartments

360 11th St E,
Bradenton, FL 34208

$1,456 - $5,184

1-3 Beds

The Oasis at Manatee River

The Oasis at Manatee River

13015 Stockton Trl,
Bradenton, FL 34211

$1,625 - $2,530

1-3 Beds

The Oasis at Lakewood Ranch

The Oasis at Lakewood Ranch

14505 Westbrook Cir,
Bradenton, FL 34211

$1,619 - $2,672

1-3 Beds

Marlowe Lake Manatee

Marlowe Lake Manatee

14370 E State Road 64,
Bradenton, FL 34212

$1,532 - $2,527 Total Monthly Price

1-3 Beds

Property Management Companies in Bradenton, FL

General Services Corporation
General Services Corporation
  • 70

    Communities

  • 23,308

    Units

  • 28

    Cities

6 Communities in Bradenton
RAM Partners
RAM Partners
  • 299

    Communities

  • 79,677

    Units

  • 170

    Cities

4 Communities in Bradenton
RangeWater
RangeWater
  • 221

    Communities

  • 54,046

    Units

  • 121

    Cities

2 Communities in Bradenton
Franklin Group
Franklin Group
  • 142

    Communities

  • 26,678

    Units

  • 63

    Cities

2 Communities in Bradenton
Northland
Northland
  • 79

    Communities

  • 24,414

    Units

  • 45

    Cities

2 Communities in Bradenton
Beachwold Residential
Beachwold Residential
  • 59

    Communities

  • 14,673

    Units

  • 40

    Cities

2 Communities in Bradenton
Picerne Real Estate Group
Picerne Real Estate Group
  • 49

    Communities

  • 14,016

    Units

  • 23

    Cities

2 Communities in Bradenton
Forest Properties
Forest Properties
  • 25

    Communities

  • 4,682

    Units

  • 21

    Cities

2 Communities in Bradenton

Learn More with Helpful Articles

How Much Should I Spend on Rent?

It's time to break down your budget and calculate costs.

Everything You Need To Know About Self-Guided Apartment Tours

Explore great finds on your own time.

Moving Out of State: How to Start Your Apartment Search in a New State

Go the distance and find your new home.

How to Choose an Apartment Community You’ll Love

Avoid renter's remorse - know what to look for in your next apartment.

Explore the Renterverse

Rental management, simplified

Our all-in-one suite of property manangement software makes the rental process easy. Screen tenants, manage payments, and more – all on Apartments.com

Start managing your rentals
United States Florida Bradenton Rental Trends

Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

  • About Us
  • Advertise
  • Legal Notices
  • Privacy Notice
  • Avoid Scams
  • Accessibility
  • Blog
  • Newest Listings
  • Sitemap
apartments.com
© 2026 CoStar Group, Inc. Equal Housing Opportunity

Equal Housing Opportunity

© 2026 CoStar Group, Inc.

Equal Housing Opportunity