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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 G1BR,1BA$1,191
Lake Mirror Tower ApartmentsFloorplan S1BR,1BA$1,409

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Lakeland, FL

As of July 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Lakeland area is the $1.50 price per square foot Interior 2 Bedroom Model at NOBAY Apartments in the in the Lakeland Interstate Business Park neighborhood starting from $1,772. The second greatest value Downtown Lakeland apartment is the 1018 N Marion Ave Model at 1018 N Marion Ave, Unit 1018 starting at $1,050 with a $1.17 price per square foot in the Bradford Heights 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.
NOBAY ApartmentsInterior 2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.50
1018 N Marion Ave, Unit 10181018 N Marion Ave2BR,1BA$1.17
836 S Tennessee Ave, Unit 1836 S Tennessee Ave2BR,1BA$1.16
511 Carroll Ave, Unit 1511 Carroll Ave2BR,1BA$1.33
819 S Missouri Ave, Unit 819819 S Missouri Ave1BR,1BA$1.06
Lakeland Manor Apartment Homes2 Bedroom 1 Bath - B15R2BR,1.5BA$1.68
916 E Lime St, Unit G916 E Lime St1BR,1BA$1.39
Valencia at the ParkTangerine1BR,1BA$2.61
Prospect Lake Wire ApartmentsS1Studio ,1BA$2.70
The Gardens ApartmentsFloor Plan C1BR,1BA$2.32

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Lakeland

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Lakeland?

There are currently 90 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Lakeland, FL with pricing that ranges from $850 to $3,995. There are also 26 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Lakeland ranging from $850 to $10,500.

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 $850 to $10,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,948.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown Lakeland?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Lakeland range from $1,345 to $2,945, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,395 to $2,600. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,750 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,430.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

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