
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southeast Polk Neighborhood of Lakeland, FL from $500 (58 Rentals)
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3618 N Scenic Hwy

916 S Verona Ave

50 Sun Air Blvd E, Unit 1

50 Sun Air Blvd E, Unit 207

7383 Waverly Rd

918 S Verona Ave

2428 S Lake Letta Dr, Unit 2

Carlton Arms of Winter Haven

Villas at Lake Smart Apartments
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390 W Haines Blvd

Grand at Grenelefe

224 E St

105 E State St

501 Avenue L NE, Unit #503

449 Las Palmas Cir

Quails Bluff

Oakcrest Apartments

The Landings Apartment Homes

Georgetown Square Apartments
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2205 12th St NW

Lakeview Tower-62+ Community

1002 Avenue E

3706 N Scenic Hwy

Briarcrest at Winter Haven

417-419 Ave B NE

224 C St, Unit Apt C

Central Haven Apartments

351 Ave N NE

Addison Grove
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4570 Transport Rd

The Carlton at Lake Dexter

Haven at Lake Deer

La Provence Studios

2824 Avenue G NW

1017 W Pleasant St

25 S 22nd St

1702 Recker Hwy

306 Lake Millsite Rd

Park View Village
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Lakeside Terrace

Fountainview Apartments

Tzadik Brandywyne

2001 State Road 64 W

436 E Park Ave

Sunrise Park

Wahneta Palms

Lemon Tree Apartments

Auburn Village

Tower Point Apartments
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Southeast Polk, Lakeland, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southeast Polk?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southeast Polk Studio Apartments | $979 | $675 | $1,300 |
| Southeast Polk 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,322 | $750 | $1,895 |
| Southeast Polk 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,636 | $876 | $2,250 |
| Southeast Polk 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,740 | $1,019 | $3,045 |
| Southeast Polk 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,927 | $1,395 | $2,375 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 58 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southeast Polk Neighborhood of Lakeland, FL.
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Cheapest Available Southeast Polk Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southeast Polk area of Lakeland, FL is a Studio unit found at 436 E Park Ave priced from $795. Grand at Grenelefe has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $900. Here are the most affordable Southeast Polk apartments for rent in Lakeland, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 436 E Park Ave | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| Grand at Grenelefe | studio | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| The Landings Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom - LANDINGS | 1BR,1BA | $979 |
| Lakeview Tower-62+ Community | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Central Haven Apartments | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southeast Polk, FL
As of January 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southeast Polk area is the $0.89 price per square foot 3 BR Model at Preserve at Poinciana in the in the Lake Toho neighborhood starting from $1,860. The second greatest value Southeast Polk apartment is the 741 Simone Ct Model at 741 Simone Ct, Unit 2 starting at $2,150 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the Randall Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southeast Polk apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preserve at Poinciana | 3 BR | 3BR,2BA | $0.89 |
| 741 Simone Ct, Unit 2 | 741 Simone Ct | 4BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| The Townhomes of Evergreen on Lake Idylwild | 3x2.5 | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.04 |
| 21 Mountain Dr, Unit 21 | 21 Mountain Dr | 2BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| 2428 S Lake Letta Dr, Unit 2 | 2428 S Lake Letta Dr | 1BR,1BA | $0.80 |
| Lakeview Landing | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| 224 C St, Unit Apt C | 224 C St | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| 501 Avenue L NE, Unit #503 | 501 Avenue L NE | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| 436 E Park Ave | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $1.06 |
| 50 Sun Air Blvd E, Unit 1 | 50 Sun Air Blvd E | Studio ,1BA | $1.07 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southeast Polk Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Southeast Polk?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Southeast Polk is under $1,000.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southeast Polk?
The cheapest apartment in Southeast Polk is The Landings Apartment Homes which is listed at $979, while the average apartment in Southeast Polk costs $2,716.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southeast Polk?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 38 regular apartments in Southeast Polk that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Southeast Polk?
Cheap apartments in Southeast Polk have an average cost of $670 which is $2,046 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southeast Polk.
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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
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!