1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Lakeland, FL (181 Rentals)

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Lakeland 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: January 16, 2026

There are currently 3111 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Lakeland, FL that range in price from $750 to $2,035. Southeast Polk, Winter Haven Lake Wales and City of Lakeland are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Lakeland with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Southeast Polk129$1,361$750
Winter Haven Lake Wales111$1,350$900
City of Lakeland110$1,376$750
Zephyrhills Area107$1,640$925
Lake Bernadette68$1,584$1,095
River Landing67$1,617$1,338
Brandywyne60$1,375$950
Eloise Woods60$1,392$950
Lake Shipp Heights56$1,250$950
Jan Phyl Village53$1,251$979

Largest Available Lakeland 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Lakeland, FL is found at Lakeland Grand in the Club Colony neighborhood and is 1,219 square feet priced from $1,476. Bridgewater Grand in the Watson Oaks neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,219 square feet and currently listed start at $1,626. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Lakeland:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Lakeland Grand1 Bedroom1,219 Sq Ft$1,476
Bridgewater Grand1 Bedroom1,219 Sq Ft$1,626
The Park at PalazzoVenus941 Sq Ft$1,450
Town Center At Lakeside VillageSiena924 Sq Ft$1,619
Prospect Lake Wire ApartmentsA3A915 Sq Ft$1,679
Caroline1A901 Sq Ft$1,575
Mirrorton Apartments1G895 Sq Ft$1,765
Arbor Glen ApartmentsMonterey895 Sq Ft$1,350
Century ArivaBarcelona852 Sq Ft$1,448

Cheapest Available Lakeland 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of January 16, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Lakeland, FL is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - A1 Model starting from $999 at Lakeland Manor Apartment Homes in the Honeytree neighborhood. The second most affordable Lakeland 1 Bedroom is the The Bonny Model at Bonny Apartments starting at $1,090 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Lakeland is currently $1,414. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Lakeland:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Lakeland Manor Apartment Homes1 Bedroom 1 Bath - A1$999
Bonny ApartmentsThe Bonny$1,090
Crystal Court Apartments1 bed 1 bath$1,120
Sutton PlaceOne Bed One Bath S$1,145
The Preserve at Lakeland Hills ApartmentsDali$1,180
The Retreat at LakelandA1$1,213
The Gardens ApartmentsFloor Plan A$1,234
Reserve at Lakeland Apartment HomesRimini$1,250

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Lakeland Overview

Snugly situated between Orlando and Tampa, the city of Lakeland is a fantastic Florida location to call home. From the ever-present sunshine that the state is known for to a huge array of amenities and area activities, apartments in Lakeland truly represent some of the best in Florida living.

Why live in Lakeland, FL?

A sunny location that caters to both on-the-move young professionals as well as retirees, Lakeland apartments are a great way to experience Florida living at its best. A number of industries make the city a hub, with large employers including FedEx and Publix Supermarkets calling Lakeland home. From area golfing and fishing on the numerous lakes that surround the city to the wide assortment of resturants that line the downtown strip, this city's winning combination of outdoor living and bustling urban excitement make it a one-of-a-kind experience in the Sunshine State.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Lakeland Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Lakeland with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Lakeland is at Lakeland Manor Apartment Homes listed at $999.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Lakeland Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Lakeland is $1,414.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Lakeland Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Lakeland is a 1,219 square feet unit starting from $1,476 at Lakeland Grand.

What is the average size for Lakeland 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Lakeland is currently 780 sq ft.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!