
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lauderdale Southwest Neighborhood of Fort Lauderdale, FL from $1,200 (33 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Lauderdale Southwest area of Fort Lauderdale.


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1121 SW 22nd Ave, Unit 2b, Unit 2b

3981 SW 12th Pl

Palm Terrace

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170 Penn Way, Unit MODERN- RENOVATED, Unit MODERN- RENOVATED

Riverside Manor/N'ice Apartments - 889 Riverside Drive, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33312

Inverrary 441 Apartments

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1216 NW 6th Ct, Unit 3, Unit 3
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1117 SW 22nd Ave, Unit 1117 SW 22nd Avenue

1117 SW 22nd Ave, Unit 1117 SW 22nd Avenue

700 SW 15th Ave, Unit 5

The Falls At Marina Bay

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1140 SW 30th St, Unit A-c, Unit A-c

111 SW 11th Ave

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534 NW 23rd Ave

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3633 SW 12th Ct

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1419 SW 33rd Ct, Unit RV, Unit RV

700 SW 15th Ave, Unit 6

Riverland Apartments

1117 SW 22nd Ave, Unit Side Apartment

259 NW 29th Terrace, Unit 2

Fairfield Park Apartments

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6221 SW 41st Pl, Unit Cozy, Unit Cozy
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Landmark Towers

Spectra at Plantation

The Avenue

Davie Commons Apts LLC

5335 NW 10TH COURT # 103, Unit THE PINES 105, Unit THE PINES 105

4540 NW 7th St, Unit S2, Unit S2

Palm Trace Landings Apartments

Zona Village
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33 WEST
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 | $2,211 | $1,200 | $3,733 |
| Lauderdale Southwest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,281 | $1,450 | $4,331 |
| Lauderdale Southwest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,761 | $1,534 | $7,964 |
| Lauderdale Southwest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,332 | $1,627 | $7,805 |
| Lauderdale Southwest 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,068 | $3,138 | $7,137 |
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There are currently 33 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 $1,200. Spectra at Plantation has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,496. 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 | $1,200 |
| Spectra at Plantation | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,496 |
| Palm Terrace | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Landmark Towers | Bellagio 1 bed 1.5 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,517 |
| Riverside Manor/N'ice Apartments - 889 Riverside Drive, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33312 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,525 |
| Inverrary 441 Apartments | Model A | 1BR,1BA | $1,539 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lauderdale Southwest, FL
As of May 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lauderdale Southwest area is the $1.33 price per square foot 1708 SW 20th St Model at 1708 SW 20th St in the in the Downtown Fort Lauderdale neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Lauderdale Southwest apartment is the 1702 SW 20th St Model at 1702 SW 20th St starting at $2,300 with a $1.33 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1708 SW 20th St | 1708 SW 20th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| 1702 SW 20th St | 1702 SW 20th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| 642 NW 15th Ave, Unit 2 | 642 NW 15th Ave | 3BR,2BA | $2.11 |
| 33 WEST | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.12 |
| Sun Harbour Apartments | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.85 |
| Inverrary 441 Apartments | Model B | 2BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| Landmark Towers | Valencia 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Palm Terrace | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| 534 NW 23rd Ave | 534 NW 23rd Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| Spectra at Plantation | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 |
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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 $1,539.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lauderdale Southwest?
The cheapest apartment in Lauderdale Southwest is Community Acres which is listed at $1,450, while the average apartment in Lauderdale Southwest costs $3,501.
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 $305 which is $3,196 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lauderdale Southwest.
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