Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Ocala Neighborhood of Ocala, FL from $1,000 (5 Rentals)

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Downtown Ocala, Ocala, FL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Ocala Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Ocala area of Ocala, FL is a 2 Beds unit found at Woodland Bend Apartments priced from $975. Latigo 27 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,020. Here are the most affordable Downtown Ocala apartments for rent in Ocala, FL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Woodland Bend Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$975
Latigo 27One Bedroom Large1BR,1BA$1,020
Timber PinesA11BR,1BA$1,149

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Ocala, FL

As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Ocala area is the $1.33 price per square foot C2 Model at Grand Reserve Apartment Homes in the in the Fore Ranch Brighton neighborhood starting from $1,839. The second greatest value Downtown Ocala apartment is the 2550 SE 15th Ave Model at 2550 SE 15th Ave, Unit D starting at $1,750 with a $1.62 price per square foot in the West Ocala neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Ocala apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Grand Reserve Apartment HomesC23BR,2BA$1.33
2550 SE 15th Ave, Unit D2550 SE 15th Ave3BR,2BA$1.62
Orangeview2 Beds 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.30
Fort King ManorTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.31
706 NE 27th St706 NE 27th St2BR,1BA$1.28
Woodland Bend Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.03
The Morgan at Ocala2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Renovated2BR,1BA$1.39
The Mustang at Ocala Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Renovated1BR,1BA$1.52
Aurora St. Leon ApartmentsAries1BR,1BA$1.79
Paddock Place Apartment HomesThe Morgan2BR,1BA$1.78

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

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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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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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Ocala, Ocala, FL

Ranked #6

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Ocala

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Ocala?

There are currently 47 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Ocala, FL with pricing that ranges from $925 to $2,325. There are also 9 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Ocala ranging from $1,050 to $2,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Ocala?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Ocala ranges from $1,050 to $2,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,733.

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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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

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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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.