1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Lakeland, FL (151 Rentals)

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Lakeland 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: July 29, 2025

There are currently 2153 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Lakeland, FL that range in price from $600 to $2,858. Southeast Polk, City of Lakeland and Winter Haven Lake Wales 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 Polk94$1,429$600
City of Lakeland87$1,503$805
Winter Haven Lake Wales70$1,484$600
Zephyrhills Area69$1,785$1,100
Lake Bernadette55$1,785$1,195
River Landing46$1,785$1,200
Brandywyne43$1,565$900
Eloise Woods43$1,565$900
North Lake Bonnet39$1,595$999
Webster Park South38$1,663$999

Largest Available Lakeland 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Lakeland, FL is found at The Bridgewater Grand in the Watson Oaks neighborhood and is 1,219 square feet priced from $1,635. Mirrorton Apartments in the Bradford Heights neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 945 square feet and currently listed start at $1,797. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Lakeland:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The Bridgewater Grand1 Bedroom1,219 Sq Ft$1,635
Mirrorton Apartments1D945 Sq Ft$1,797
The Lodge at Woodlake1 Bed 1 Bath935 Sq Ft$1,269
Caroline1A901 Sq Ft$1,500
Arbor Glen ApartmentsMonterey895 Sq Ft$1,454
Century ArivaBarcelona852 Sq Ft$1,635
The Landings at Long Lake1x1850 Sq Ft$1,295
Prose LakesideA1830 Sq Ft$1,499
Century LakehouseA1 - Athens817 Sq Ft$1,490

Cheapest Available Lakeland 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of July 29, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Lakeland, FL is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Model starting from $985 at LeMans Apartments of Lakeland in the Mulberry Gardens neighborhood. The second most affordable Lakeland 1 Bedroom is the The Bonny Model at Bonny Apartments starting at $1,090 in the Honeytree neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Lakeland is currently $1,553. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Lakeland:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
LeMans Apartments of Lakeland1 Bedroom 1 Bath$985
Bonny ApartmentsThe Bonny$1,090
The Gardens ApartmentsFloor Plan G$1,191
Topaz RetreatTuscany$1,249
The Lodge at Woodlake1 Bed 1 Bath$1,269
The Landings at Long Lake1x1$1,295
The Loop at Wedgewood1 Bed 1 Bath$1,299
Lake Mirror Tower ApartmentsFloorplan H$1,299
Peppertree Village Apartments1BR/1BA$1,310

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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.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Lakeland, FL

Ranked #50

Among cities in Florida for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Lakeland, FL

Walk Score®

41 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

52 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

1 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

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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 LeMans Apartments of Lakeland listed at $985.

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

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Lakeland is $1,553.

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 $1,635 at The Bridgewater 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 532 sq ft.

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