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

Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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The Soul of the City Beautiful: What Life in Orlando Is Really Like

Orlando is much more than theme parks. Uncover the city's rich history, diverse neighborhoods like Winter Park and Downtown, and its bustling cultural and culinary life.

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Top Neighborhoods Near Orlando Major Employers

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Orlando, FL

Pricing Updated: 11/23/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Orlando, FL area range in price from $452 to $36,389 with an overall median price of $4,514. The three Orlando neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Rouse Run at $799, Arbor Ridge at $799, and Arden Villas at $799. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Orlando Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Rouse Run$1,550$799189
Arbor Ridge$1,555$799126
Arden Villas$1,556$799154
The Villages of Camelot$1,570$79952
Stonebriar$1,585$799193
University$1,605$799166
Stonemead$1,617$799146
Tanner Road$1,625$799129
Waterford Park$1,656$799160
Indian Hills$1,700$1,27514

Cheapest Available Orlando Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Orlando, FL is a Studio unit found at Orlando Sky in the Rosemont neighborhood priced from $830. Hollow Brook in the East Central Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $848. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Orlando apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Orlando SkyThe IndigoStudio,1BA$830
Hollow Brook1BR50%1BR,1BA$848
Boca Club1x11BR,1BA$870
Victory CoveA1-50HL1BR,1BA$882
WingwoodStudioStudio,1BA$895
The Retreat West6BR/6.5BA - Belmont6BR,6BA$899
Altamonte TerraceOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$900
San Jose Apartments1x1 8631BR,1BA$903

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Orlando, FL

As of November 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Orlando area is the $0.63 price per square foot Platinum 4BR 4BA Model at The Quad in the in the Straw Ridge neighborhood starting from $949. The second greatest value Orlando apartment is the The Sunrise D1 Alt - 4x4 Model at The Retreat East starting at $1,069 with a $0.74 price per square foot in the University South neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Orlando apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The QuadPlatinum 4BR 4BA4BR,4BA$0.63
The Retreat EastThe Sunrise D1 Alt - 4x44BR,4BA$0.74
The Retreat West3BR/3BA - Fairview3BR,3BA$0.87
Orion on Orpington4x4 Platinum4BR,4BA$0.73
Campus Crossings on Alafaya4 Bedroom 2.5 Bathroom4BR,2.5BA$0.65
Nassau Bay ApartmentsThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.24
Cypress Pointe at Lake OrlandoB1-2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.16
San Jose Apartments2x1 10332BR,1BA$1.05
Knights Circle2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.08
Pointe at CentralB22BR,2BA$1.04

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

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

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Your Guide to the Perfect Orlando Neighborhood for Student Renters

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Orlando Overview

Located in central Florida, Orlando is known as the “Theme Park Capital of the World” with over 62 million visitors flocking to its events and attractions each year. The Orlando metropolitan area is home to over 2 million residents, making it land among the Top 25 largest metro areas in the country. In addition to its theme-park moniker, Orlando is nicknamed The City Beautiful, and the name fits, as Orlando is an attractive city to call home. With a wide variety of comfortable and affordably priced available apartments in Orlando to move too, the city is a can't miss opportunity for happiness.

Why live in Orlando, FL?

There are so many activities, events, and sports venues to visit in Orlando, you will never feel like there is nothing to do. You may think of Orlando as the home to Walt Disney World, but that is just the tip of the iceberg! There are plenty of options for fun all year long to take advantage of out of your Orlando apartments.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Orlando, FL

Ranked #2

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Location, Location, Location!

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Getting Around Orlando, FL

Walk Score®

49 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

56 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

20 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Orlando, FL Area Reviews

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Orlando Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Orlando?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Orlando is under $903.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Orlando?

The cheapest apartment in Orlando is Hollow Brook which is listed at $848, while the average apartment in Orlando costs $4,514.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Orlando?

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 19,825 regular apartments in Orlando 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 Orlando?

Cheap apartments in Orlando have an average cost of $587 which is $3,927 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Orlando.

Expert Rental Resources

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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An Orlando Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent

Written by: Darla Ferrara

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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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.