
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lakeland, FL from $600 (41 Rentals)
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Carlton Arms of South Lakeland

819 S Missouri Ave, Unit 819

4645 N Socrum Loop Rd

Lakeland Manor Apartment Homes

LeMans Apartments of Lakeland

4645 N Socrum Loop Rd

836 S Tennessee Ave, Unit 1
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The Park at Verona New

1018 N Marion Ave, Unit 1018

4645 N Socrum Loop Rd

4645 N Socrum Loop Rd

421 Burbank Ave

2420-2422 Chestnut Woods Dr

511 Carroll Ave, Unit 1

Crystal Court Apartments

945 E Orange St
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3006 Reiter Dr, Unit B

Florida Poly Student Housing - Phase II
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Lakeland, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lakeland?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Lakeland Studio Apartments | $1,359 | $805 | $2,429 |
Cheap Lakeland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,568 | $805 | $3,995 |
Cheap Lakeland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,763 | $1,000 | $3,519 |
Cheap Lakeland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,071 | $1,290 | $3,999 |
Cheap Lakeland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,083 | $1,430 | $2,500 |
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Lakeland, FL Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Lakeland, FL
Pricing Updated: 07/08/2025Current apartment rentals in the Lakeland, FL area range in price from $550 to $3,999 with an overall median price of $1,911. The three Lakeland neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Belmont Woods at $1,250, Mulberry Gardens at $812, and Mulberry Heights at $1,275. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Lakeland Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Belmont Woods | $1,275 | $1,250 | 3 |
Mulberry Gardens | $1,275 | $812 | 4 |
Mulberry Heights | $1,275 | $1,275 | 2 |
Parkwood | $1,275 | $812 | 2 |
Orange Acres | $1,295 | $1,295 | 1 |
Swan Lake Estates | $1,300 | $650 | 11 |
Lake Bonny Heights | $1,327 | $975 | 20 |
Lake Holloway Heights | $1,327 | $975 | 14 |
Combeewood | $1,355 | $1,090 | 11 |
Howenoca Hills | $1,366 | $1,107 | 8 |
Cheapest Available Lakeland Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Lakeland, FL is a Studio unit found at LeMans Apartments of Lakeland in the Mulberry Gardens neighborhood priced from $900. Lakeland Manor Apartment Homes in the Honeytree neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $999. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lakeland apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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LeMans Apartments of Lakeland | Studio | Studio,1BA | $900 |
Lakeland Manor Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - A1 | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
Bonny Apartments | The Bonny | 1BR,1BA | $1,090 |
Crystal Court Apartments | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,107 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lakeland, FL
As of July 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lakeland area is the $1.24 price per square foot Cali Model at Erikson Park in the in the Classic View neighborhood starting from $2,269. The second greatest value Lakeland apartment is the B1 Model at Elio at Lake Lena starting at $1,785 with a $1.35 price per square foot in the Westwood Villas neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lakeland apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Erikson Park | Cali | 4BR,2BA | $1.24 |
Elio at Lake Lena | B1 | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.35 |
Lakeland Grand | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
The Bridgewater Grand | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
The Lodge at Woodlake | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
1018 N Marion Ave, Unit 1018 | 1018 N Marion Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
836 S Tennessee Ave, Unit 1 | 836 S Tennessee Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
511 Carroll Ave, Unit 1 | 511 Carroll Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
819 S Missouri Ave, Unit 819 | 819 S Missouri Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
916 E Lime St, Unit G | 916 E Lime St | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
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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 LifestyleLakeland, FL
Ranked #50
Among cities in Florida for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet 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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lakeland Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Lakeland?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Lakeland is under $1,107.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lakeland?
The cheapest apartment in Lakeland is LeMans Apartments of Lakeland which is listed at $985, while the average apartment in Lakeland costs $1,911.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lakeland?
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 36 regular apartments in Lakeland 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 Lakeland?
Cheap apartments in Lakeland have an average cost of $564 which is $1,347 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lakeland.
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