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1925 NW 12th St

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Ocala, FL Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Ocala, FL

Pricing Updated: 09/18/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Ocala, FL area range in price from $925 to $6,800 with an overall median price of $2,781. The three Ocala neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Downtown Ocala at $975, Northeast Ocala at $975, and West Ocala at $925. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Ocala Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Downtown Ocala$1,900$9756
Northeast Ocala$2,195$97552
West Ocala$2,195$92519
Northwest Ocala$2,450$9257
Marion Oaks$2,575$1,200133
Southeast Ocala$2,635$925149
Silver Springs Shores$2,700$975135
Southeast Ocala Ocala$2,847$92549
Stone Creek$3,650$1,30066
Fore Ranch Brighton$3,725$92540

Cheapest Available Ocala Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Ocala, FL is a 1 Bed unit found at Berkeley Pointe in the Northeast Ocala neighborhood priced from $536. Fort King Manor in the West Ocala neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Ocala apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Berkeley PointeAsh1BR,1BA$536
Fort King ManorOne Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,100
Sterling Pointe ApartmentsQuad2BR,1BA$1,111
Forest Edge Apartments1/1 Renovated 617-746 sf NO WD1BR,1BA$1,149
Village Square Apartments1BD/1BA1BR,1BA$1,199
Deerwood VillageA2 The Charleston - 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,214
Saddleworth GreenThe Magnolia1BR,1BA$1,255
Paddock Place Apartment HomesThe Morgan2BR,1BA$1,275

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ocala, FL

As of September 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ocala area is the $1.14 price per square foot A1 Model at Retreat at 42nd in the in the Fore Ranch Brighton neighborhood starting from $1,398. The second greatest value Ocala apartment is the 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Model at Pointe Grand Ocala starting at $1,424 with a $1.22 price per square foot in the Fore Ranch Brighton neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ocala apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Retreat at 42ndA11BR,1BA$1.14
Pointe Grand Ocala2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.22
Pointe Grand Timber Ridge2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.15
Pointe Grand Brick City2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.15
Pointe Grand at Heath Brook2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.14
The Mustang at Ocala Apartments3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Partial Renovated3BR,2BA$1.27
Berkeley PointeMaple3BR,1BA$0.89
5030 SE 30th St, Unit 5030 SE 30th St Unit D5030 SE 30th St2BR,1.5BA$1.11
Sterling Pointe ApartmentsQuad2BR,1BA$1.27
5370 SE 30th Pl, Unit Unit D5370 SE 30th Pl2BR,2BA$1.31

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Frequently Asked Questions about Ocala

What type of rentals are currently available in Ocala?

There are currently 283 Apartments for Rent in Ocala, FL with pricing that ranges from $700 to $3,045. There are also 609 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Ocala ranging from $711 to $16,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Ocala ranges from $711 to $16,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,777.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Ocala?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Ocala range from $1,399 to $3,045, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $711 to $5,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,695 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,499.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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 to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Hard truth. Moving is never easy. I’ve done it all – from local moves to cross-country relocations From packing to unpacking the last box, I have found moving to be an exhausting, expensive and stressful experience every time.