
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lauderdale Southwest Neighborhood of Fort Lauderdale, FL from $1,200 (30 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Lauderdale Southwest area of Fort Lauderdale.


3633 SW 12th Ct

Community Acres

3112 SW 12th Plz, Unit 1

3XXX Jackson Blvd

3XXX Jackson Blvd

Riverside Manor/N'ice Apartments - 889 Riverside Drive, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33312
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3981 SW 12th Pl

1021 NW 25th Way, Unit 3

3371 SW 22nd St

Palm Terrace

2781 SW 2nd St

3128 SW 12th Pl

Key Bay Apartments
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1225 NW 2nd St, Unit #3

111 SW 11th Ave

3912 SW 12th Ct

3912 SW 12th Ct

Inverrary 441 Apartments

803 SW 15th Ave

803 SW 15th Ave
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2721 SW 8th St, Unit 2

1705 SW 11th Ct, Unit 2

Fairfield Park Apartments

465 S Fig Tree Ln, Unit b

Landmark Towers

Spectra at Plantation

The Avenue
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3731 SW 60th Ave, Unit 1

3721 SW 60th Ave, Unit 1A
Lauderdale Southwest, Fort Lauderdale, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lauderdale Southwest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lauderdale Southwest Studio Apartments | $2,183 | $1,200 | $3,835 |
| Lauderdale Southwest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,103 | $1,225 | $3,423 |
| Lauderdale Southwest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,492 | $221 | $4,518 |
| Lauderdale Southwest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,164 | $2,200 | $4,910 |
| Lauderdale Southwest 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,353 | $3,157 | $6,310 |
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There are currently 30 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Lauderdale Southwest Neighborhood of Fort Lauderdale, FL.
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Cheapest Available Lauderdale Southwest Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lauderdale Southwest area of Fort Lauderdale, FL is a Studio unit found at Community Acres priced from $1,300. Landmark Towers has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,439. Here are the most affordable Lauderdale Southwest apartments for rent in Fort Lauderdale, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Community Acres | The Tarpon | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| Landmark Towers | Valencia 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,439 |
| Riverside Manor/N'ice Apartments - 889 Riverside Drive, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33312 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
| Spectra at Plantation | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,496 |
| Palm Terrace | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Key Bay Apartments | Club 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lauderdale Southwest, FL
As of January 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lauderdale Southwest area is the $1.54 price per square foot 4117 SW 24th St Model at 4117 SW 24th St in the in the Riverland neighborhood starting from $1,850. The second greatest value Lauderdale Southwest apartment is the 1705 SW 11th Ct Model at 1705 SW 11th Ct, Unit 2 starting at $1,800 with a $1.64 price per square foot in the Downtown Fort Lauderdale neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lauderdale Southwest apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4117 SW 24th St | 4117 SW 24th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| 1705 SW 11th Ct, Unit 2 | 1705 SW 11th Ct | 2BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| 2721 SW 8th St, Unit 2 | 2721 SW 8th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Sun Harbour Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| 3721 SW 60th Ave, Unit 1A | 3721 SW 60th Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Inverrary 441 Apartments | Model B | 2BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| Landmark Towers | Valencia 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| 3731 SW 60th Ave, Unit 1 | 3731 SW 60th Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| Palm Terrace | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Spectra at Plantation | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lauderdale Southwest Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Lauderdale Southwest?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Lauderdale Southwest is under $1,600.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lauderdale Southwest?
The cheapest apartment in Lauderdale Southwest is Landmark Towers which is listed at $1,439, while the average apartment in Lauderdale Southwest costs $7,227.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lauderdale Southwest?
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 23 regular apartments in Lauderdale Southwest 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 Lauderdale Southwest?
Cheap apartments in Lauderdale Southwest have an average cost of $295 which is $6,932 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lauderdale Southwest.
Expert Rental Resources
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