
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Hernando County, FL from $500 (14 Rentals)
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Candlelight

12259 Chastain St, Unit Private Bed & Bath

19390 Powell Rd

Freedom Gardens

Hammock Ridge

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19364 Powell Rd
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Hernando County, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hernando County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hernando County Studio Apartments | $1,282 | $895 | $1,404 |
| Hernando County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,382 | $627 | $2,006 |
| Hernando County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,670 | $739 | $3,000 |
| Hernando County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,102 | $1,395 | $4,595 |
| Hernando County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,418 | $1,400 | $4,503 |
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Cheapest Available Hernando County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Hernando County, FL is a Studio unit found at Candlelight in the Candlelight Village neighborhood priced from $895. Magnolia Gardens Senior Apartments in the Candlelight Village neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $999. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hernando County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Candlelight | Studio One Bath Open | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| Magnolia Gardens Senior Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $999 |
| Vista Park Senior Living | Monroe | 1BR,1BA | $1,097 |
| Sunny Point Apartments | 1x1R | 1BR,1BA | $1,145 |
| Hammock Ridge, II | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,153 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hernando County, FL
As of August 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hernando County area is the $1.11 price per square foot Robie Model at Bayport Place in the in the The Apartment at 7 Hills neighborhood starting from $2,715. The second greatest value Hernando County apartment is the 7396 Pond Cir Model at 7396 Pond Cir, Unit 7396 pond circle starting at $1,495 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the Bridgewater Club neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hernando County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bayport Place | Robie | 5BR,3BA | $1.11 |
| 7396 Pond Cir, Unit 7396 pond circle | 7396 Pond Cir | 2BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| Pointe Grand Spring Hill | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| Hammock Ridge | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.29 |
| Ariel Springs | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Freedom Gardens | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,2BA | $1.17 |
| Promenade at Grande Park | Two Bedroom Garden | 2BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| Bridgewater Club | Two Bedroom Two Bath (b) | 2BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| Mariners Cay | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| Magnolia Gardens Senior Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.10 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hernando County Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Hernando County?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Hernando County is under $1,245.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hernando County?
The cheapest apartment in Hernando County is Vista Park Senior Living which is listed at $1,097, while the average apartment in Hernando County costs $1,566.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Hernando County?
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 14 regular apartments in Hernando County 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 Hernando County?
Cheap apartments in Hernando County have an average cost of $215 which is $1,351 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Hernando County.
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