
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Homestead Neighborhood of Homestead, FL from $400 (60 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Homestead area of Homestead.


1588 NW 8th Ave

1360 NW 9th St

Gardens of Homestead

Orchid Grove

520 SW 6th Ave

536 SW 6th Terrace

320 SW 11th Ave

Total Monthly Price
385 NW 17th Ct, Unit 1

911 NE 5th Ave
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132 NE 13th Cir

1581 NE 8th St

Winchester Gardens

1002 Adams Ave

67 NE 13th St

820 N Franklin Ave

1024 S Independence Dr

960 N Franklin Ave, Unit 960d

1515 Redland Rd

1280 S Franklin Ave, Unit B
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1280 S Franklin Ave

Mazal Investments 32

San Sherri Villas Apartments

Riverwalk II

The Landings at Homestead

25 NE 12th St

Colony Lakes

Southpoint Crossing (FL)

Riverwalk I Apartments

Sunshine Apartments
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Monterey Pointe

616 SW 8th Ave

Phoenix Apartments

Homestead Colony Apartments

Homestead Gardens II

105 NW 7th Ave

130 SW 4th Ave

1151 N Liberty Ave

1139 Independence Trail

1236 NW 8th Pl
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1017 Washington Cir

802 Constitution Dr

1361 Sandpiper Blvd

1042 Adams Ave

1149 Independence Trail

5 SW 14th Terrace

960 N Franklin Ave

4 SW 16th Ave

1500 Jefferson Dr

1200 N Liberty Ave
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Downtown Homestead, Homestead, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Homestead?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Homestead Studio Apartments | $1,150 | $1,150 | $1,150 |
| Downtown Homestead 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,752 | $1,050 | $6,222 |
| Downtown Homestead 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,783 | $1,450 | $2,100 |
| Downtown Homestead 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,014 | $1,794 | $2,250 |
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There are currently 60 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Homestead Neighborhood of Homestead, FL.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Homestead Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Homestead area of Homestead, FL is a 1 Bed unit found at The Landings at Homestead priced from $962. Gardens of Homestead has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,274. Here are the most affordable Downtown Homestead apartments for rent in Homestead, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Landings at Homestead | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $962 |
| Gardens of Homestead | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,274 |
| Orchid Grove | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,297 |
| Winchester Gardens | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,708 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Homestead, FL
As of June 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Homestead area is the $2.26 price per square foot 2 Bed 1 Bath Model at Winchester Gardens in the in the Outer Homestead South Dade neighborhood starting from $1,708. The second greatest value Downtown Homestead apartment is the 1 Bedroom Model at The Landings at Homestead starting at $962 with a $1.32 price per square foot in the Outer Homestead South Dade neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Homestead apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winchester Gardens | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.26 |
| The Landings at Homestead | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Gardens of Homestead | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| Orchid Grove | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| 385 NW 17th Ct, Unit 1 | 385 NW 17th Ct | 1BR,1BA | $3.02 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Homestead Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Homestead?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Homestead is The Landings at Homestead which is listed at $962, while the average apartment in Downtown Homestead costs $7,292.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Homestead?
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 1 regular apartments in Downtown Homestead that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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