
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Idlewyld Neighborhood of Fort Lauderdale, FL from $400 (156 Rentals)
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1345 NE 5th Terrace

1345 NE 5th Terrace

1345 NE 5th Terrace

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1818 Miami Rd, Unit 4, Unit 4

715 NE 6th St

1041 NE 9th Ave

1041 NE 9th Ave, Unit A3, Unit A3

1420 NE 17th Terrace

1420 NE 17th Terrace
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1016 NE 17th Ave

800 SE 15th St

900 NE 17th Ter

1325 NE 5th Terrace

711 NE 14 St

1911 NE 8th Ct

610 NE 12th Ave

624 NE 7th Ave

709 SE 15th St

413 SE 16th St
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232 SW 23rd St

1007 SE 2nd Ct

510 SE 9th St

749 SE 15th St

1432 NE 5th Ave

809 NE 17th Ave

1414 NE 5th Terrace

1044 NE 11th Ave

810-812 NE 4th St

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201 SE 23rd St

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201 SE 23rd St, Unit 2, Unit 2

1220 NE 3rd St, Unit 107, Unit 107

1309 NE 16th Terrace

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800 NE 14th St

633 NE 16th Ave

800 NE 14th St

416 NE 15th Ave, Unit B2

1541 Cordova Rd

811 NE 14th Pl, Unit 4, Unit 4
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1313 NE 11th St

Quantum Apartments

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1214 NE 5th Ter, Unit 3, Unit 3

512 Bayshore Dr

90 Isle of Venice Dr

1204 NE 5th Terrace

1240 NE 12th Ave

1702 NE 9th St

1111 N Victoria Park Rd

628 NE 8th Ave
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Idlewyld, Fort Lauderdale, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Idlewyld?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Idlewyld Studio Apartments | $2,267 | $1,200 | $3,967 |
| Idlewyld 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,131 | $1,400 | $6,639 |
| Idlewyld 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,400 | $1,700 | $9,505 |
| Idlewyld 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,561 | $2,875 | $10,000+ |
| Idlewyld 4 Bedroom Apartments | $9,543 | $7,542 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Idlewyld Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Idlewyld area of Fort Lauderdale, FL is a Studio unit found at 220 NE 16th Ave priced from $1,350. ACS 716 LLC has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,350. Here are the most affordable Idlewyld apartments for rent in Fort Lauderdale, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 220 NE 16th Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| ACS 716 LLC | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| 100 Isle of Venice Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33301 | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,395 |
| 1209 SE 2nd St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
| 900 NE 17th Ter | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| 1901 SE 1st Ave | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| La Siesta Apartments I LLC | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| New River Yacht Club | Terramar - North Tower | Studio,1BA | $1,629 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Idlewyld, FL
As of April 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Idlewyld area is the $1.70 price per square foot 1033 NE 17th Way Model at 1033 NE 17th Way, Unit 504 in the in the Downtown Fort Lauderdale neighborhood starting from $3,400. The second greatest value Idlewyld apartment is the 1033 NE 17th Way Model at 1033 NE 17th Way, Unit 1604 starting at $3,400 with a $1.91 price per square foot in the Downtown Fort Lauderdale neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Idlewyld apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1033 NE 17th Way, Unit 504 | 1033 NE 17th Way | 3BR,3.5BA | $1.70 |
| 1033 NE 17th Way, Unit 1604 | 1033 NE 17th Way | 3BR,3BA | $1.91 |
| 1105 NE 2nd Ave, Unit 1 | 1105 NE 2nd Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.78 |
| 2018 NE 14th Ct, Unit 2018 | 2018 NE 14th Ct | 2BR,2BA | $2.09 |
| 810-812 NE 4th St | 810 #4 | 2BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| 800 NE 14th St | 800 NE 14th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| 2113 Miami Rd, Unit 4 | 2113 Miami Rd | 2BR,1BA | $2.26 |
| 201 SE 23rd St, Unit 2 | 201 SE 23rd St | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| 1209 SE 2nd St | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.96 |
| 1818 Miami Rd, Unit 4 | 1818 Miami Rd | Studio ,1BA | $2.00 |
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Among cities in Florida for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Idlewyld Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Idlewyld?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Idlewyld is under $1,629.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Idlewyld?
The cheapest apartment in Idlewyld is 900 NE 17th Ter which is listed at $1,400, while the average apartment in Idlewyld costs $10,266.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Idlewyld?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 11 regular apartments in Idlewyld that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Idlewyld?
Cheap apartments in Idlewyld have an average cost of $120 which is $10,146 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Idlewyld.
Expert Rental Resources
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