Cheap Homes for Rent in Southeast Polk Neighborhood of Lakeland, FL from $600 (151 Rentals)

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property at 631 Bay Leaf Dr

$650

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3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Jun 15

631 Bay Leaf Dr

PoincianaFL34759

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property at 324 Pearl St

$795

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324 Pearl St

Lake WalesFL33853
property at 315 Sangster St

$800

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$800

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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315 Sangster St

FrostproofFL33843

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property at 203 W Wall St

$850

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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203 W Wall St, Unit 2

203 W Wall St
FrostproofFL33843
property at 932 Hart St

$850

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$850

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Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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932 Hart St

Lake WalesFL33859

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Southeast Polk, Lakeland, FL Local Guide

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 Grand at Grenelefe priced from $700. The Landings Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $899. Here are the most affordable Southeast Polk apartments for rent in Lakeland, FL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Grand at GrenelefeStudioStudio,1BA$700
The Landings Apartment Homes1 Bedroom - LANDINGS1BR,1BA$899
Lakeview LandingOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$925
Lakeview TowerOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$950
Quails BluffQuails Bluff A1BR,1BA$965
Oakcrest Apartments123 Oakcrest1BR,1BA$975
Villas at Lake Smart Apartments2BR 2BA2BR,2BA$993

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southeast Polk, FL

As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southeast Polk area is the $1.03 price per square foot 4 BR Model at The Preserve at Poinciana - Homes for Rent in the in the Lake Toho neighborhood starting from $2,350. The second greatest value Southeast Polk apartment is the 207 N 10th St Model at 207 N 10th St, Unit 207 N 10th St, Davenport, FL 33837 starting at $1,800 with a $1.01 price per square foot in the Davenport Estates neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southeast Polk apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Preserve at Poinciana - Homes for Rent4 BR4BR,2BA$1.03
207 N 10th St, Unit 207 N 10th St, Davenport, FL 33837207 N 10th St2BR,1BA$1.01
690 Avenue C SE, Unit 690690 Avenue C SE3BR,2BA$1.24
The Arbours at Garden GroveTwo Bedrooms/Two Baths Reno2BR,2BA$1.24
501 Avenue L NE501 Avenue L NE2BR,1BA$1.19
Villas at Lake Smart Apartments2BR 2BA2BR,2BA$1.10
Quails BluffQuails Bluff C2BR,2BA$1.23
Briarcrest at Winter HavenAriana II1BR,1BA$1.22
110 Stephenson Ave2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1.07
50 Sun Air Blvd E, Unit 150 Sun Air Blvd EStudio ,1BA$1.07

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Southeast Polk, Lakeland, FL

Ranked #12

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Southeast Polk

What type of rentals are currently available in Southeast Polk?

There are currently 424 Apartments for Rent in Southeast Polk, FL with pricing that ranges from $700 to $7,365. There are also 1076 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Southeast Polk ranging from $600 to $4,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Southeast Polk?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Southeast Polk ranges from $600 to $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,855.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Southeast Polk?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Southeast Polk range from $1,144 to $7,365, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $650 to $4,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,345 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,885.

Expert Rental Resources

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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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.