Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Lakeland Neighborhood of Lakeland, FL from $300 (25 Rentals)

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Lakeview Place
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Lakeview Place

515 E Orange StLakeland, FL 33801
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Twin Lakes Estates I
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Twin Lakes Estates I

501 Hartsell AveLakeland, FL 33815
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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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NOBAY Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

NOBAY Apartments

311 N Kentucky AveLakeland, FL 33801
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Downtown Lakeland, Lakeland, FL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Lakeland Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Lakeland area of Lakeland, FL is a 1 Bed unit found at Lakeland Manor Apartment Homes priced from $999. The Gardens Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,191. Here are the most affordable Downtown Lakeland apartments for rent in Lakeland, FL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Lakeland Manor Apartment Homes1 Bedroom 1 Bath - A11BR,1BA$999
The Gardens ApartmentsFloor Plan H1BR,1BA$1,191
NOBAY ApartmentsEnd StudioStudio,1BA$1,297
Lake Mirror Tower ApartmentsFloorplan M1BR,1BA$1,299
Mirrorton Apartments0AStudio,1BA$1,546

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Lakeland, FL

As of May 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Lakeland area is the $1.75 price per square foot 1149 Sycamore St Model at 1149 Sycamore St, Unit 1149 in the in the Washington neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Downtown Lakeland apartment is the A4 Model at Prospect Lake Wire Apartments starting at $1,939 with a $2.27 price per square foot in the Lakeland Interstate Business Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Lakeland apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1149 Sycamore St, Unit 11491149 Sycamore St2BR,2BA$1.75
Prospect Lake Wire ApartmentsA41BR,1BA$2.27
Lakeland Manor Apartment Homes2 Bedroom 1 Bath - B15R2BR,1.5BA$1.62
NOBAY ApartmentsEnd StudioStudio ,1BA$2.30
Lake Mirror Tower ApartmentsFloorplan L1BR,1BA$2.55
Mirrorton Apartments0AStudio ,1BA$2.89
The Gardens ApartmentsFloor Plan H1BR,1BA$2.44

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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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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Lakeland, Lakeland, FL

Ranked #36

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

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2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Lakeland Apartments

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

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

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Lakeland is starting from $1,180 at Lakeland Manor Apartment Homes.

What is the most affordable Downtown Lakeland Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Downtown Lakeland Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Mirrorton Apartments and starts from $2,199.

Expert Rental Resources

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Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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