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Lakeland, FL Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Lakeland, FL

Pricing Updated: 05/29/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Lakeland, FL area range in price from $550 to $5,995 with an overall median price of $2,270. The three Lakeland neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Silver Shores at $800, Denison Heights Estate at $800, and Mariana Garden Estates at $800. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Lakeland Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Silver Shores$1,600$80038
Denison Heights Estate$1,655$80035
Mariana Garden Estates$1,662$80042
Paul A Digg$1,695$89933
Combeewood$1,739$89973
Lake Holloway Heights$1,739$89973
Crystal Grove$1,749$89981
Oakbridge One$1,771$1,03481
Inwood$1,805$1,00041
Orange Shores$1,805$80043

Cheapest Available Lakeland Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Lakeland, FL is a Studio unit found at LeMans Apartments of Lakeland in the Mulberry Gardens neighborhood priced from $900. Lakeland Manor Apartment Homes in the Combeewood neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $999. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lakeland apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
LeMans Apartments of LakelandStudioStudio,1BA$900
Lakeland Manor Apartment Homes1 Bedroom 1 Bath - A11BR,1BA$999
The Park at Verona NewCapriStudio,1BA$1,034
Bonny ApartmentsThe Bonny1BR,1BA$1,090
Crystal Court Apartments1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,107
2043 Shakespeare StStudioStudio,1BA$1,170

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lakeland, FL

As of May 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lakeland area is the $1.04 price per square foot McNair Model at Redding Pointe in the in the Lakeland Interstate Business Park neighborhood starting from $2,295. The second greatest value Lakeland apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at Lakeland Grand starting at $1,931 with a $1.04 price per square foot in the Club Colony 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.
Redding PointeMcNair4BR,3BA$1.04
Lakeland Grand3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.04
Elio at Lake LenaB12BR,2.5BA$1.35
The Bridgewater Grand1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.34
The Lodge at Woodlake2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.33
Audubon OaksGRAND LAUREL OAK2BR,2BA$1.37
Fountain Square ApartmentsB12BR,1BA$1.36
7665 Chase Rd, Unit 27665 Chase Rd2BR,2BA$1.43
511 Carroll Ave, Unit 1511 Carroll Ave2BR,1BA$1.38
819 S Missouri Ave, Unit 819819 S Missouri Ave1BR,1BA$1.06

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Frequently Asked Questions about Lakeland

What type of rentals are currently available in Lakeland?

There are currently 424 Apartments for Rent in Lakeland, FL with pricing that ranges from $700 to $3,999. There are also 436 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Lakeland ranging from $695 to $10,500.

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 $10,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,568.

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 $1,290 to $3,999, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,150 to $4,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,550 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,430.

Expert Rental Resources

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

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Written by: Sandy Baker

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