
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lakeland, MI from $800 (30 Rentals)
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Highlander Heights

Flint Rd Apartments (Burneway Drive LLC)

Kensington Park Apartments

Starlight Mobile Home Park

Pine Hill Apartments

Pinckney Apartments (MISI Properties LLC)
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Brookdale Apartments

Greenwich Village LLC

Rickett Road Apartments (Rickett Road Apartments LLC)

Waters Edge Apartments

Grand Plaza

Lexington Manor

Sibley Bush Apartments (Sibley Bush Apartments LLC)
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Brookside

154 Princeton Dr

Prentis Estates Apartments

Lakeshore Village Apartments

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102 Princeton Dr
Lakeland, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lakeland?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeland Studio Apartments | $1,154 | $899 | $1,643 |
| Lakeland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,757 | $850 | $2,162 |
| Lakeland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,845 | $950 | $3,925 |
| Lakeland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,159 | $1,500 | $3,144 |
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quail Creek Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Highlander Heights | studio | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| Flint Rd Apartments (Burneway Drive LLC) | Flint Road Apartments - Studio **HALF OFF ONE M... | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Kensington Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| Pinckney Apartments (MISI Properties LLC) | Pinckney Apartments - One Bedroom *ONE MONTHS R... | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Brookdale Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Greenwich Village LLC | Greenwich Village Apartments - One Bedroom **HA... | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Rickett Road Apartments (Rickett Road Apartments LLC) | Rickett Road Apartments - One Bedroom - Availab... | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Prentis Estates Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,059 |
| Sibley Bush Apartments (Sibley Bush Apartments LLC) | Sibley Bush - One Bedroom **HALF OFF ONE MONTHS... | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lakeland, MI and Nearby
As of March 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lakeland area is the $1.48 price per square foot 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathrooms Model at Aberdeen of Brighton Apartments in the in the Downtown Brighton neighborhood starting from $2,093. The second greatest value Lakeland apartment is the 726 Cattail Townhomes - Three Bedroom, Two Bath... Model at Cattail Lane Townhomes (Cattail Properties LLC) starting at $1,795 with a $1.50 price per square foot in the Brookside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lakeland apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aberdeen of Brighton Apartments | 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathrooms | 3BR,2BA | $1.48 |
| Cattail Lane Townhomes (Cattail Properties LLC) | 726 Cattail Townhomes - Three Bedroom, Two Bath... | 3BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| Burwick Farms | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| Rickett Road Apartments (Rickett Road Apartments LLC) | Rickett Road Apartments - Two Bedroom **HALF OF... | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Waters Edge Apartments | 2BD 1BATH Upgraded | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Kensington Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Prentis Estates Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Pinckney Apartments (MISI Properties LLC) | Pinckney Apartments - One Bedroom *ONE MONTHS R... | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Quail Creek Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Brookdale Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lakeland Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Lakeland?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Lakeland is at Highlander Heights listed at $899.
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 Westbrook Apartments and starts from $1,775.
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Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.