
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lakeland, FL from $600 (44 Rentals)
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Carlton Arms of South Lakeland

512 W Myrtle St

Lakeland Manor Apartment Homes

LeMans Apartments of Lakeland

Crystal Court Apartments
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The Park at Verona New

4645 N Socrum Loop Rd

4645 N Socrum Loop Rd

2420-2422 Chestnut Woods Dr

Bonny Apartments
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421 Burbank Ave

5723 Keaton Springs Dr, Unit Darling Suite

701 E Lime St

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The Gardens Apartments

2043 Shakespeare St

945 E Orange St
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3013 Allred Dr

3009 Allred Dr

Florida Poly Student Housing - Phase II
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 | $1,198 | $805 | $2,442 |
Cheap Lakeland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,553 | $805 | $2,712 |
Cheap Lakeland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,774 | $1,075 | $4,012 |
Cheap Lakeland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,130 | $1,290 | $5,059 |
Cheap Lakeland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,308 | $1,430 | $3,299 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Lakeland, FL
Pricing Updated: 08/04/2025Current apartment rentals in the Lakeland, FL area range in price from $550 to $5,059 with an overall median price of $2,013. The three Lakeland neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Belmont Woods at $1,275, 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 | $1,275 | 1 |
Mulberry Gardens | $1,275 | $812 | 3 |
Mulberry Heights | $1,275 | $1,275 | 1 |
Parkwood | $1,275 | $812 | 1 |
Kew Gardens | $1,300 | $1,249 | 2 |
Miralago | $1,350 | $1,299 | 4 |
Combee Acres | $1,437 | $899 | 30 |
Paul A Digg | $1,437 | $899 | 11 |
Shore Acres | $1,437 | $899 | 33 |
Grenelefe | $1,450 | $850 | 11 |
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. Bonny Apartments in the Honeytree neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,090. 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 |
Bonny Apartments | The Bonny | 1BR,1BA | $1,090 |
Crystal Court Apartments | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,120 |
2043 Shakespeare St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,170 |
Lakeland Manor Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath - B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,180 |
Peppertree Village Apartments | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $1,205 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lakeland, FL
As of August 04, 2025 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 $2,210. The second greatest value Lakeland apartment is the Cali Model at Erikson Park starting at $2,227 with a $1.22 price per square foot in the Classic View 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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Lakeland Grand | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.19 |
Erikson Park | Cali | 4BR,2BA | $1.22 |
Riverstone | Hawking | 3BR,2BA | $1.26 |
Gibson Oaks | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.42 |
Elio at Lake Lena | B1 | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.35 |
Fountain Square Apartments | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.30 |
The Bridgewater Grand | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
Pointe Grand Plant City | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
7665 Chase Rd, Unit 2 | 7665 Chase Rd | 2BR,2BA | $1.43 |
The Lodge at Woodlake | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
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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 $1,205.
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 $2,013.
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 66 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 $857 which is $1,156 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lakeland.
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