Cheap Apartments for Rent near Lakeland, MI from $800 (52 Rentals)

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

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Brookdale Apartments
$1,219 - $1,393
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$1,219 - $1,393
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Brookdale Apartments

22250 Swan DrSouth Lyon, MI 48178
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The Kensley
$2,136 - $2,361
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The Kensley

979 Arundell AveHowell, MI 48843
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Prentis Estates Apartments

1103 S Latson RdHowell, MI 48843
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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

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2 Bedroom Apartments

Redwood Howell

1744 Ella LnHowell, MI 48843
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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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Lakeland, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Lakeland Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Lakeland, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Quail Creek Apartments in the Forest Ridge neighborhood priced from $850. Highlander Heights in the Forest Ridge neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $899. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lakeland apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Quail Creek Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$850
Highlander HeightsstudioStudio,1BA$899
660-672 Flint RdFlint Road Apartments - StudioStudio,1BA$940
BrooksideWaitlist1BR,1BA$950
Pinckney ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$995
Rickett Road ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,000
Greenwich Village LLCGreenwich Village Apartments - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,050
Sibley ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,075
Prentis Estates ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,115
Waters Edge Apartments1BD 1BATH Upgraded1BR,1BA$1,159

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lakeland, MI and Nearby

As of July 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lakeland area is the $1.45 price per square foot 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathrooms Model at Aberdeen of Brighton Apartments in the in the Downtown Brighton neighborhood starting from $2,215. The second greatest value Lakeland apartment is the Whitmore Model at Whitmore Lake Apartments starting at $1,500 with a $1.28 price per square foot . 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.
Aberdeen of Brighton Apartments2 Bedroom, 2 Bathrooms2BR,2BA$1.45
Whitmore Lake ApartmentsWhitmore3BR,2BA$1.28
Lakeshore Village Apartments2 Bedroom Market2BR,2BA$1.22
Rickett Road ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.18
Burwick FarmsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.31
Prentis Estates ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.31
Pinckney ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.19
Highlander Heights2 bedroom2BR,1BA$1.50
Waters Edge Apartments1BD 1BATH Upgraded1BR,1BA$1.45
Quail Creek Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1.13

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lakeland Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lakeland Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lakeland Apartment is $850 at Quail Creek Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lakeland Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lakeland is starting from $950 at Quail Creek Apartments.

What is the most affordable Lakeland Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Lakeland Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Whitmore Lake Apartments and starts from $1,500.

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

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