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Modern Private Apartment 1 Block from Sarasota Bay
One block from Sarasota Bay - completely remodeled and fully furnished guest apartment with a Miami deco feel. The unit is a little over 300 sf with full kitchen, one bathroom w/ shower, comfy queen bed, several stools/ chairs, flat screen tv, wifi, off-street parking, six USB ports for easy charging and sitting area outdoors on front porch. Five minutes to downtown or SRQ airport, 15 minutes to Lido Beach, and 25 minutes to Siesta Beach with easy access to University Parkway or Fruitville Rd.

Downtown Bungalow - Beaches, Dining, Attractions
Welcome to The Shady Place! This charming, family-friendly bungalow is a quiet, private oasis in the heart of downtown. Here, you’ll be close to all area beaches including world-famous Siesta Key-rated by Trip Advisor as the #1 beach in the US, SRQ airport, golf courses, Legacy Trail, UTC mall, Mote Aquarium, Bayfront Marina, The Bay park, St. Armands Circle, Robarts Arena, Ed Smith Stadium-spring training home of the Baltimore Orioles, & Downtown Sarasota’s restaurants, activities & nightlife.

Duplex - just mins to Siesta Beach - Pet Friendly
This is a 2/1 in Sarasota's Historic Laurel Park that offers a great downtown and beach experience! Walk/bike to historic downtown with shops, restaurants, bars, boutiques, parks, and music/theater. Minutes from the best beaches in the U.S. Enjoy the lanai & fenced backyard for privacy . Grill & enjoy your favorite beverage while watching your favorite show on the lanai ! Enjoy taking your pet for a walk & check out the historic homes in the area! Short term rental number VR24-00222

SUPER CLEAN 100% Private Downtown Location
A very private, quiet and secure space with a new comfortable Queen size bed, best of linens, 100% private attached bathroom and shower. Walk to downtown, waterfront and Payne Park. Complimentary bicycles, beach cooler, beach towels and umbrella! 100 Meg WiFi, large desk, LED TV. Delightful husband/wife "Superhosts" tend to your every need including complimentary bottled water, Starbucks coffee and Bigelow tea. We utilize the Airbnb and State of Florida anti-bacterial cleaning protocols.

Downtown Garden Studio close to everything
Welcome to my brand new guest house! The original building has been rebuilt and completed in December 2024 to offer a more comfortable experience for my guests. Peaceful and centrally located, ideal for relaxation and easy access to explore historic Sarasota and the beaches. A quick drive, bike or a short walk to downtown Sarasota, Selby Botanical Garden and Pineapple Street antique shops. 1.5 miles to Sarasota Bay. 3.5 miles to St Armands Circle and Lido Beach. 6.5 miles to Siesta Key.

Coolest Downtown Neighborhood - Ebikes, Beach Gear
Are you coming to Sarasota on vacation or perhaps considering moving here? If yes, then the Carriage House is the perfect place to use as a base camp while you explore the area and experience the best Sarasota has to offer. Quick and easy walk to dozens of casual restaurants, cool bars and unique shops. 5 minutes to Selby Gardens. 10 minutes to the Sarasota Bayfront. Main street is half a mile away. We provide tons of amenities including bikes, kayaks, beach chairs and umbrella.

Mid-Century Circus Charm Near Downtown Sarasota
Retro circus romance & mid-century style near downtown Sarasota. ✅ Main Street, Downtown Sarasota 2 miles - 6 mins ✅ St. Armand’s Circle: 4.5 miles - 15 mins ✅ Lido Key Beach 5 miles - 15 mins ✅ Siesta Key Beach: 6 miles - 18 mins ✅ Downtown Bradenton 12 miles - 25 mins ✅ Bradenton Beach 14 miles - 30 mins ✅ Casey Key 16 miles - 30 mins ✅ Airport: Sarasota–Bradenton International Airport 6 miles - 12 minutes

Comfortable + Functional Private Studio Apartment
This comfortable, clean, and private studio apartment is the perfect spot to relax- whether you're here on business or you've spent the whole day on the beach! Recently remodeled with a dining table to take your meals, hot water, a comfortable bed, and well equipped kitchenette, you will be lacking nothing here. This apartment is a guest suite attached to the main living area of the home and is completely private, however there is a resident who lives in the main part of the home.

*Downtown home 10min. drive to beach; walk DT*
In the heart of Gillespie Park, this bright & spacious home is a 10 min. drive to Lido Beaches and within walking distance to downtown shops, grocery, farmer's market, opera house, restaurants, bars, live music, tennis, parks, antique shops and performing arts. Old Florida bungalow on the outside, inside, it's updated with new appliances and bathrooms. A banyan tree offers private, shady repose on the back deck w/grill and dining area. Message me for room availability.

City Garden Cottage
City Garden Cottage is a cozy and comfortable cottage located in the quiet Laurel Park neighborhood in Sarasota, only a few blocks from downtown. The studio is surrounded by lush gardens and trees with a Hot Tub. Inside, you will find a kitchenette equipped with a coffee maker, toaster, refrigerator, and hot plate. The studio also has a flat-screen TV, a queen bed & private bathroom. There is also shared use a gas grill, fire pit and Hot Tub included with the rental.

Downtown Apartment w/ Pool, Gym, & Coworking 329
This 2/2 apartment features an oversized kitchen with island, slider with views of Downtown. Primary has a king bed and en-suite bathroom. 2nd bedroom has a twin bed with twin trundle. Shared amenities include: gym; sunset deck; massive roof deck with heated pool; gazebo with big-screen TV, fireplace, wet bar, dog run and access to the adjacent Cowork office space building. Also on-site is a full service cafe.

Gillespie On The Park, Walk to Downtown
Contemporary Studio apartment with balcony above garage. Studio is half block from Gillespie Park with its public walking/jogging/biking paths, tennis courts, basketball court, and retention pond. Within walking distance to downtown and Rosemary District: restaurants, shops, movie theaters, cultural events, Whole Food Market, Starbucks etc.
Popular amenities for Downtown Sarasota family-friendly rentals
Family-friendly home rentals with a hot tub

Quiet Retreat-5mi to Beach-Hot Tub, Outdoor Shower

On the Beach; Siesta Key SunBum Studio

Backyard Oasis, Htd Pool/Hot Tub, Beaches, No Fees

A&A's Paradise near IMG & Anna Maria beaches

The Animal House

ROYS PLACE Romantic, Private, Paradise!

Paradise Palms | Saltwater Heated Pool + Hot Tub

The Wisteria Oasis W/swings, heated pool & hot tub
Family- and pet-friendly home rentals

Tropical Oasis SRQ. Cats and Dogs welcome.

Sunshine House, close to Downtown

The Gecko Bungalow - DT Sarasota

Mid-Century Oasis with Pool in Arlington Park 1

Luxury Villa with Pool, Game Room, Near Beach

The Cottage, very close to Siesta Beach!

Historic Poet Carriage House Apartment- Unit 3

Newly Renovated Ranch Minutes From Beach/Downtown
Family-friendly home rentals with a pool

Modern 1/1.5 Waterfront at The Strand

Modern coastal downtown home w/saltwater pool

Zen in Paradise-Sarasota

Cozy Lido Key Studio-Steps to Beach & Kayaking

Pool Courtyard, patio w/ fire pit, 2 mls downtown

Oceanfront: Open Thusday, $203/nt!

Waterfront Sunsets, Downtown Sarasota, Lido Beach

Poolside Oasis | NEWLY Remodeled | Fully Fenced
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | ﺩ.ﺇ804 | ﺩ.ﺇ823 | ﺩ.ﺇ837 | ﺩ.ﺇ690 | ﺩ.ﺇ533 | ﺩ.ﺇ588 | ﺩ.ﺇ588 | ﺩ.ﺇ566 | ﺩ.ﺇ540 | ﺩ.ﺇ525 | ﺩ.ﺇ569 | ﺩ.ﺇ635 |
| Avg. temp | 16°C | 18°C | 20°C | 22°C | 25°C | 27°C | 28°C | 28°C | 27°C | 24°C | 20°C | 18°C |
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Downtown Sarasota vacation rentals start at ﺩ.ﺇ37 per night before taxes and fees

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Pet-friendly vacation rentals
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30 properties feature pools

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
40 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wi-Fi availability
80 of Downtown Sarasota vacation rentals include wi-fi access

Popular amenities for guests
Guests love Kitchen, Wifi, and Pool across Downtown Sarasota rentals

4.8 Average rating
Downtown Sarasota stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.8 out of 5!
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- Anna Maria Island
- Siesta Beach
- Crescent Beach
- Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
- Raymond James Stadium
- John's Pass
- Turtle Beach
- Caspersen Beach
- Coquina Beach
- Vinoy Park
- Lido Key Beach
- Cortez Beach
- Amalie Arena
- Anna Maria Public Beach
- Bean Point Beach
- Jannus Live
- ZooTampa at Lowry Park
- Manasota Key Beach
- River Strand Golf and Country Club
- Gulfport Beach Recreation Area
- Adventure Island
- Englewood Beach
- Busch Gardens
- Splash Harbour Water Park




