Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lakeland, FL from $300 (39 Rentals)

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Manor Creek Villas
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Manor Creek Villas

2627 Kelly LnLakeland, FL 33801
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Lakeview Place
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Lakeview Place

515 E Orange StLakeland, FL 33801
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Eddie Woodard
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Eddie Woodard

1009 Oakpark DrLakeland, FL 33803
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204 Leelon Rd
2 Bedroom Apartments

204 Leelon Rd

204 Leelon RdLakeland, FL 33809
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Providence Reserve
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Providence Reserve

2601 Providence RdLakeland, FL 33805
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Cambridge Cove
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Cambridge Cove

1700 Cambridge Cove CirLakeland, FL 33810
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2437 Idlewild St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2437 Idlewild St

2437 Idlewild StLakeland, FL 33801
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916 E Lime St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

916 E Lime St

916 E Lime StLakeland, FL 33801
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110 Carleton St
1 Bedroom Apartments

110 Carleton St

110 Carleton StLakeland, FL 33803
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Emerald Run Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Emerald Run Apartments

429 Timberlane ELakeland, FL 33801
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620 N Lake Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

620 N Lake Ave

620 N Lake AveLakeland, FL 33801
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The Park at Verona New
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Park at Verona New

3520 Cleveland Heights BlvdLakeland, FL 33803

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Nordica Psalms
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Nordica Psalms

1601 E Alabama StPlant City, FL 33563
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507 W Baker St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

507 W Baker St

507 W Baker StPlant City, FL 33563
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Walden Landing
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Walden Landing

305 W Grant StPlant City, FL 33563
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Lakeland, FL Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Lakeland, FL

Pricing Updated: 08/02/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Lakeland, FL area range in price from $600 to $69,000 with an overall median price of $1,876. The three Lakeland neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Bradford Heights at $1,210, Lebanon Heights at $1,210, and Kew Gardens at $1,300. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Lakeland Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Bradford Heights$1,210$70013
Lebanon Heights$1,210$70013
Kew Gardens$1,300$99525
Howenoca Hills$1,349$75012
Lake Hunter Terrace$1,350$99526
Floral Park$1,382$1,08013
Shumate Park$1,382$1,08013
Chestnut Hills$1,422$80038
Downtown Lakeland$1,445$95027
West Lakeland$1,445$95025

Cheapest Available Lakeland Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Lakeland, FL is a Studio unit found at Crystal Court Apartments in the Honeytree neighborhood priced from $984. LeMans Apartments of Lakeland in the Mulberry Gardens neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $985. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lakeland apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Crystal Court ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$984
LeMans Apartments of Lakeland1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$985
Lakeland Manor Apartment Homes1 Bedroom 1 Bath - A11BR,1BA$999
507 W Baker St1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$999
2437 Idlewild St1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1,099
620 N Lake Ave2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1,100
The Park at Verona NewCapriStudio,1BA$1,100
Peppertree Village ApartmentsEfficiencyStudio,1BA$1,120

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lakeland, FL

As of August 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lakeland area is the $1.19 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Lakeland Grand in the in the Club Colony neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Lakeland apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Bridgewater Grand starting at $1,499 with a $0.88 price per square foot in the Watson Oaks neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lakeland apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Lakeland Grand3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.19
Bridgewater Grand2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.88
Erikson ParkAria3BR,2BA$1.32
Redding PointeDaniel4BR,2BA$1.41
Gibson OaksC13BR,2BA$1.39
415 High View Ln, Unit 415415 High View Ln2BR,1.5BA$1.24
The Lodge at Woodlake2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.33
Pointe Grand Plant City2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.36
Pointe Grand Lakeland2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.32
7665 Chase Rd, Unit 27665 Chase Rd2BR,2BA$1.38

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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 Cheap Lakeland Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Lakeland?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Lakeland is at Crystal Court Apartments listed at $984.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lakeland Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lakeland Apartment is $985 at LeMans Apartments of Lakeland.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lakeland Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lakeland is starting from $1,100 at 620 N Lake Ave.

What is the most affordable Lakeland Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Lakeland Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Village at Lake Highland Apartments and starts from $1,700.

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