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property at 4645 N Socrum Loop Rd

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4645 N Socrum Loop Rd, Unit 101

4645 N Socrum Loop Rd
LakelandFL33809

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property at 1015 Griffin Rd

$1,095 - $1,195

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1015 Griffin Rd

LakelandFL33805

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Lakeland, FL Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Lakeland, FL

Pricing Updated: 03/11/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Lakeland, FL area range in price from $695 to $3,404 with an overall median price of $2,120. The three Lakeland neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Kew Gardens at $1,319, Paul A Digg at $899, and Orange Acres at $1,294. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Lakeland Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Kew Gardens$1,349$1,3195
Paul A Digg$1,430$89913
Orange Acres$1,430$1,2947
Combee Acres$1,450$89945
Chadam$1,480$1,2946
Swan Lake Estates$1,572$99315
Poinciana$1,650$7005
Lake Bentley$1,725$90052
Heritage Center$1,737$79330
Lionspaw$1,750$98467

Cheapest Available Lakeland Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Lakeland, FL is a Studio unit found at Crystal Court Apartments in the Honeytree neighborhood priced from $984. LeMans Apartments of Lakeland in the Mulberry Gardens neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $985. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lakeland apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Crystal Court ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$984
LeMans Apartments of Lakeland1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$985
Lakeland Manor Apartment Homes1 Bedroom 1 Bath - A11BR,1BA$999
Bonny ApartmentsThe Bonny1BR,1BA$1,090
2043 Shakespeare StStudioStudio,1BA$1,095
Peppertree Village ApartmentsEfficiencyStudio,1BA$1,095
The Park at Verona NewCapriStudio,1BA$1,100
Reserve at Lakeland Apartment HomesRimini1BR,1BA$1,150
Walden LakewoodOne Bed / One Bath1BR,1BA$1,175
Sutton PlaceOne Bed One Bath Standard1BR,1BA$1,175

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lakeland, FL

As of March 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lakeland area is the $1.22 price per square foot Cali Model at Erikson Park in the in the Classic View neighborhood starting from $2,222. The second greatest value Lakeland apartment is the Hamden Model at Redding Pointe starting at $2,152 with a $1.18 price per square foot in the Bradford Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lakeland apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Erikson ParkCali4BR,2BA$1.22
Redding PointeHamden3BR,2.5BA$1.18
RiverstoneLuna4BR,2BA$1.25
Lakeland Grand1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.43
Bridgewater Grand1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.22
NOBAY ApartmentsInterior 2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.44
The Lodge at Woodlake2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.28
Audubon OaksLAUREL OAK2BR,2BA$1.45
Waters Edge ApartmentsB22BR,2BA$1.41
Big OaksB22BR,2BA$1.48

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Frequently Asked Questions about Lakeland

What type of rentals are currently available in Lakeland?

There are currently 425 Apartments for Rent in Lakeland, FL with pricing that ranges from $744 to $3,404. There are also 392 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Lakeland ranging from $695 to $8,999.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Lakeland ranges from $695 to $8,999 with an average monthly rent of $3,121.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Lakeland range from $1,245 to $3,404, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $950 to $5,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $875 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,430.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.