
Cheap Homes for Rent in the Southwest Polk Neighborhood of Bartow, FL from $600 (268 Rentals)
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804 N 5th St

804 N 5th St

557 Snively Ave

804 N 5th St

1141 S Lake Reedy Blvd

2701 Ave T NW

5900 New Tampa Hwy

3599 Pioneer Trails Dr

195 Jonna St
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1002 Avenue E

324 Pearl St

528 Maple Leaf Ct

1926 Drum Dr

622 Olde Camelot Cir

1124 Chicago Bulls St

1125 Chicago Bulls St

195 Jonna St

111 Laura St

195 Jonna St
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308 Hickory St

318 Pearl St

1623 Yellow Trl

455 Buck Moore Rd

2228 Chicago Cubs St

602 Emma St

2854 Lake Alfred Rd

2224 Chicago Cubs St

3731 FL-60

428 Ave E SE
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1623 Yellow Trl

1623 Yellow Trl

114 Walnut Ln

195 Jonna St

822 E Lime St

1290 Henson Ln

1505 Goodyear Ave

1113 Chicago Bulls St

2172 E Camp N Comfort Ln

157 E Northside Dr
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670 E Alfred Dr

223 Orange St

3033 Camelot Dr

3511 Melody Gardens Pl

2218 Chicago Cubs St

3037 St Paul Dr

3039 St Paul Dr

3062 St Paul Dr

3058 St Paul Dr

434 E Tillman Ave
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Southwest Polk, Bartow, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Southwest Polk?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Polk 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,443 | $850 | $2,450 |
| Southwest Polk 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,883 | $700 | $4,500 |
| Southwest Polk 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,338 | $1,425 | $10,000+ |
| Southwest Polk 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,609 | $900 | $4,195 |
| Southwest Polk 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,857 | $2,500 | $3,000 |
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There are currently 268 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southwest Polk Neighborhood of Bartow, FL.
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Cheapest Available Southwest Polk Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southwest Polk area of Bartow, FL is a Studio unit found at Grand at Grenelefe priced from $649. 1800 3rd Ct SE has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $899. Here are the most affordable Southwest Polk apartments for rent in Bartow, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand at Grenelefe | Studio | Studio,1BA | $649 |
| 1800 3rd Ct SE | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Valencia Gardens | 2 Bedroom 60% | 2BR,2BA | $923 |
| Townsgate Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $937 |
| Lakeview Tower | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Quails Bluff | Quails Bluff A | 1BR,1BA | $965 |
| 710 Avenue C SW | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Polk, FL
As of September 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southwest Polk area is the $1.00 price per square foot Tybee Model at Redding Pointe in the in the Lakeland Interstate Business Park neighborhood starting from $2,624. The second greatest value Southwest Polk apartment is the 3 BR Model at The Preserve at Poinciana - Homes for Rent starting at $2,150 with a $1.02 price per square foot in the Lake Toho neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwest Polk apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redding Pointe | Tybee | 5BR,3BA | $1.00 |
| The Preserve at Poinciana - Homes for Rent | 3 BR | 3BR,2BA | $1.02 |
| Lakeland Grand | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| Bridgewater Grand | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| 690 Avenue C SE, Unit 690 | 690 Avenue C SE | 3BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| 3010 Ernest Dr, Unit B | 3010 Ernest Dr | 1BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Villas at Lake Smart Apartments | 2BR 2BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| Briarcrest at Winter Haven | Ariana II | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Valencia Gardens | 2 Bedroom 60% | 2BR,2BA | $1.06 |
| 50 Sun Air Blvd E, Unit 1 | 50 Sun Air Blvd E | Studio ,1BA | $1.07 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Southwest Polk
What type of rentals are currently available in Southwest Polk?
There are currently 890 Apartments for Rent in Southwest Polk, FL with pricing that ranges from $351 to $6,480. There are also 1388 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Southwest Polk ranging from $600 to $50,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Southwest Polk?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Southwest Polk ranges from $600 to $50,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,898.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Southwest Polk?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Southwest Polk range from $399 to $6,480, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $700 to $4,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,425 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,795.
Expert Rental Resources
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