
Cheap Homes for Rent in East Orlando Neighborhood of Orlando, FL from $500 (74 Rentals)
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5286 Hoperita St

8724 Tall Pine Ln, Unit Room 2 Shared Bath

5530 Old Cheney Hwy

3479 Foxcroft Cir

5530 Old Cheney Hwy

8150 Sun Vista Way

6913 Cocos Dr

8328 Cristobal Cir

321 E 4th St
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237 S Wilderness Pt

8117 Alveron Ave

8117 Alveron Ave

5819 Hibiscus Rd

634 Meadowvale Dr

5058 Seminole Ave, Unit Seminole Unit 2

5530 Chrishire Way

7817 Tern Dr

2832 SMU Blvd

525 S Lakemont Ave
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7417 Daniel Webster Dr

2521 Caper Ln, Unit 203

4518 Commander Dr

5707 Beau Barton Pl

5317 Curry Ford Rd

139 Scottsdale Square

3700 Idlebrook Cir

4151 S Semoran Blvd

3732 Idlebrook Cir

405 Georgetown Dr
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606 Georgetown Dr

3280 S Semoran Blvd

2031 Dixie Belle Dr

5993 Village Cir S

1111 Pinar Dr

5819 Hibiscus Rd

1409 Madrid Way

1709 Furey Dr

4504 Commander Dr

1000 S Semoran Blvd
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4606 Commander Dr

4540 Commander Dr

3242 S Semoran Blvd

8213 Claire Ann Dr

1842 Caralee Blvd

8201 Claire Ann Dr

492 Banyon Tree Cir

8981 Lee Vista Blvd

1900 Curryville Rd

4350 Perkinshire Ln
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How much does it cost to rent a home in East Orlando?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Orlando 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,645 | $1,250 | $2,900 |
| East Orlando 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,289 | $600 | $10,000+ |
| East Orlando 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,765 | $1,800 | $4,995 |
| East Orlando 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,978 | $2,355 | $3,900 |
| East Orlando 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,216 | $2,900 | $3,490 |
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There are currently 74 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Orlando Neighborhood of Orlando, FL.
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Cheapest Available East Orlando Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Orlando area of Orlando, FL is a 6 Beds unit found at The Retreat West priced from $899. San Jose Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $903. Here are the most affordable East Orlando apartments for rent in Orlando, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Retreat West | 6BR/6.5BA - Belmont | 6BR,6BA | $899 |
| San Jose Apartments | 1x1 863 | 1BR,1BA | $903 |
| Orion on Orpington | 4x4 Premium | 4BR,4BA | $945 |
| Wingwood | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Winter Park Woods | A1-Studio, 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $999 |
| Bridgewater by Trion Living | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,029 |
| The Cornerstone Apartments | Elm | 1BR,1BA | $1,049 |
| The Retreat East | The Sunrise D1 - 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $1,060 |
| The Taylor at Winter Park | A2R | 1BR,1BA | $1,065 |
| Barber Park Apartments | Laketree s1wl | Studio,1BA | $1,081 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Orlando, FL
As of January 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Orlando area is the $0.64 price per square foot Woodbury Flat Furnished-4x4 Model at The Station Alafaya in the in the The Villages of Camelot neighborhood starting from $1,125. The second greatest value East Orlando apartment is the Platinum 4BR 4BA Model at The Quad starting at $949 with a $0.63 price per square foot in the The Villages of Camelot neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Orlando apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Station Alafaya | Woodbury Flat Furnished-4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $0.64 |
| The Quad | Platinum 4BR 4BA | 4BR,4BA | $0.63 |
| The Retreat East | The Sunrise D1 Alt - 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $0.74 |
| The Retreat West | 3BR/3BA - Fairview | 3BR,3BA | $0.87 |
| Orion on Orpington | 4x4 Premium | 4BR,4BA | $0.73 |
| The Accolade Collegiate Village West | 4x4D1 | 4BR,4BA | $0.78 |
| Campus Crossings on Alafaya | 4 Bedroom 2.5 Bathroom | 4BR,2.5BA | $0.65 |
| Northgate Lakes | 3x3 | 3BR,3BA | $0.98 |
| San Jose Apartments | 2x1 1033 | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Pointe at Central | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.04 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about East Orlando
What type of rentals are currently available in East Orlando?
There are currently 396 Apartments for Rent in East Orlando, FL with pricing that ranges from $452 to $22,000. There are also 855 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Orlando ranging from $525 to $10,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in East Orlando?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Orlando ranges from $525 to $10,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,106.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in East Orlando?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in East Orlando range from $588 to $22,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $600 to $10,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $799.
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