Cheap Apartments for Rent in the City of Lakeland Neighborhood of Lakeland, FL from $300 (157 Rentals)

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property at 3230 Decatur Ave

$1,150

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3230 Decatur Ave

LakelandFL33805
property at 2919 Winter Lake Rd

$1,175

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2919 Winter Lake Rd

LakelandFL33803

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201 Ariana St, Unit #1
$1,200
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201 Ariana St, Unit #1

201 Ariana StLakeland, FL 33803
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property at 636 Fairway Ave

$1,295

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636 Fairway Ave

LakelandFL33801

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property at 546 Monticello Ave

$1,300

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546 Monticello Ave

LakelandFL33801

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City of Lakeland, Lakeland, FL Local Guide

Cheapest Available City of Lakeland Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the City of Lakeland area of Lakeland, FL is a Studio unit found at Crystal Court Apartments priced from $984. Lakeland Manor Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $999. Here are the most affordable City of Lakeland apartments for rent in Lakeland, FL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Crystal Court ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$984
Lakeland Manor Apartment Homes1 Bedroom 1 Bath - A11BR,1BA$999
Peppertree Village ApartmentsEfficiencyStudio,1BA$1,010
Bonny ApartmentsThe Bonny1BR,1BA$1,090
132-988 E Palmetto St1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1,100
The Park at Verona NewCapriStudio,1BA$1,100
620 N Lake Ave2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1,175
The Gardens ApartmentsFloor Plan H1BR,1BA$1,191

Best Value Apartments for Rent in City of Lakeland, FL

As of June 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the City of Lakeland area is the $1.48 price per square foot C1 Model at Gibson Oaks in the in the Bradford Heights neighborhood starting from $1,975. The second greatest value City of Lakeland apartment is the 1 Bedroom Model at Bridgewater Grand starting at $1,622 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the Watson Oaks neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for City of Lakeland apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Gibson OaksC13BR,2BA$1.48
Bridgewater Grand1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.33
The Retreat at LakelandB42BR,2BA$1.28
The Lodge at Woodlake2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.26
Fountain Square ApartmentsB12BR,1BA$1.49
132-988 E Palmetto St1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1.10
7665 Chase Rd, Unit 27665 Chase Rd2BR,2BA$1.38
1416 Peavy Ct, Unit 1416 Peavy Court1416 Peavy Ct2BR,1.5BA$1.20
The Park at PalazzoMessina1BR,1BA$1.48
Audubon OaksROYAL OAK1BR,1BA$1.49

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers works hard to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in cities across the United States including City of Lakeland, Lakeland, and the greater Lakeland area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, places that make kids happy, raising pets, transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap City of Lakeland Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in City of Lakeland?

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

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom City of Lakeland Apartment is $999 at Lakeland Manor Apartment Homes.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in City of Lakeland is starting from $1,175 at 620 N Lake Ave.

What is the most affordable City of Lakeland Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap City of Lakeland Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Preserve at Lakeland Hills Apartments and starts from $1,625.

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