Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Lakeland Neighborhood of Lakeland, FL from $700 (42 Rentals)

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Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Southwest Lakeland area of Lakeland.

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Lakeview Place
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Lakeview Place

515 E Orange StLakeland, FL 33801
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Eddie Woodard
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Eddie Woodard

1009 Oakpark DrLakeland, FL 33803

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The Park at Verona New
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Park at Verona New

3520 Cleveland Heights BlvdLakeland, FL 33803
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110 Carleton St
1 Bedroom Apartments

110 Carleton St

110 Carleton StLakeland, FL 33803
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916 E Lime St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

916 E Lime St

916 E Lime StLakeland, FL 33801

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Topaz Retreat
1 Bedroom Apartments

Topaz Retreat

1776 Harden BlvdLakeland, FL 33803
property at 4139 Old Rd 37

$1,195 - $1,295

2 Bedroom Rentals

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4139 Old Rd 37

LakelandFL33813
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Watermarc
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Watermarc

400 W Beacon RdLakeland, FL 33803

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Southwest Lakeland, Lakeland, FL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Southwest Lakeland Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southwest Lakeland area of Lakeland, FL is a Studio unit found at The Park at Verona New priced from $1,100. Peppertree Village Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,120. Here are the most affordable Southwest Lakeland apartments for rent in Lakeland, FL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Park at Verona NewCapriStudio,1BA$1,100
Peppertree Village ApartmentsEfficiencyStudio,1BA$1,120
The Gardens ApartmentsFloor Plan A1BR,1BA$1,167
704-732 Angelina Ln1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1,175
Topaz RetreatTuscany1BR,1BA$1,240
The Lodge at Woodlake1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,269
Fountain Square ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1,279
RegencyOne Bed / One Bath1BR,1BA$1,313
WillowBrooke ApartmentsStandard One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,349

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Lakeland, FL

As of August 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southwest Lakeland area is the $1.32 price per square foot 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Model at Pointe Grand Lakeland in the in the Oakbridge One neighborhood starting from $1,540. The second greatest value Southwest Lakeland apartment is the The Swan Two Bed Two Bath Model at Watermarc starting at $1,599 with a $1.60 price per square foot in the Southwood Manor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwest Lakeland apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Pointe Grand Lakeland2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.32
WatermarcThe Swan Two Bed Two Bath2BR,2BA$1.60
The Lodge at Woodlake1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.36
Woodland Heights Apartments2B2BR,2BA$1.72
915 Ariana Apartment CommunityApt 522BR,2BA$1.70
Town Center At Lakeside VillageIsla1BR,1BA$1.87
321 W Patterson St, Unit 323321 W Patterson St2BR,1BA$1.79
Fountain Square ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1.81
WillowBrooke ApartmentsStandard One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.93
704-732 Angelina Ln1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1.94

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Florida and customized analysis for Central Lakeland, FL. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, places to raise kids, proximity to transit, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southwest Lakeland Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southwest Lakeland?

The cheapest apartment in Southwest Lakeland is The Gardens Apartments which is listed at $1,167, while the average apartment in Southwest Lakeland costs $1,523.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southwest Lakeland?

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 1 regular apartments in Southwest Lakeland 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 Southwest Lakeland?

Cheap apartments in Southwest Lakeland have an average cost of $193 which is $1,330 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southwest Lakeland.

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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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.