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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

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$1,200

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310 Plum St

LakelandFL33801

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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 2 Beds unit found at 620 N Lake Ave priced from $1,050. Lakeland Manor Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,099. Here are the most affordable Downtown Lakeland apartments for rent in Lakeland, FL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
620 N Lake Ave2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1,050
Lakeland Manor Apartment Homes1 Bedroom 1 Bath - A1R1BR,1BA$1,099
The Gardens ApartmentsFloor Plan A1BR,1BA$1,167
704-732 Angelina Ln1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1,175
NOBAY ApartmentsInterior StudioStudio,1BA$1,267

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Lakeland, FL

As of August 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Lakeland area is the $1.62 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 1 Bath - B15R Model at Lakeland Manor Apartment Homes in the in the Honeytree neighborhood starting from $1,280. The second greatest value Downtown Lakeland apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 Baths Model at 620 N Lake Ave starting at $1,050 with a $1.38 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.
Lakeland Manor Apartment Homes2 Bedroom 1 Bath - B15R2BR,1.5BA$1.62
620 N Lake Ave2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1.38
321 W Patterson St, Unit 323321 W Patterson St2BR,1BA$1.79
Lake Mirror Tower ApartmentsFloorplan N1BR,1BA$2.44
704-732 Angelina Ln1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1.94
119 Lake Morton Drive, Unit #3119 Lake Morton Drive1BR,1BA$2.66
Mirrorton Apartments0B.1Studio ,1BA$2.95
NOBAY ApartmentsEnd StudioStudio ,1BA$2.51
Prospect Lake Wire ApartmentsS1Studio ,1BA$2.58
The Gardens ApartmentsFloor Plan A1BR,1BA$2.33

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

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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Downtown Lakeland, Lakeland, FL

Ranked #44

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Lakeland

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Lakeland?

There are currently 86 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Lakeland, FL with pricing that ranges from $899 to $2,499. There are also 39 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Lakeland ranging from $1,075 to $3,550.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Lakeland?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Lakeland ranges from $1,075 to $3,550 with an average monthly rent of $1,685.

Expert Rental Resources

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

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