
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Highland Lakes Neighborhood of Orlando, FL from $600 (12 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Highland Lakes area of Orlando.


5107 Cochita Dr, Unit Room for Rent

Timber Sound 2

Laurel Hills Villas, a 55+ Community

Residences Emerald Villas

Orlando Terrace
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4143 Lake Lawne Ave

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Highland Lakes, Orlando, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Highland Lakes?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highland Lakes Studio Apartments | $1,308 | $932 | $2,738 |
| Highland Lakes 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,324 | $750 | $1,805 |
| Highland Lakes 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,600 | $1,155 | $2,245 |
| Highland Lakes 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,803 | $741 | $2,595 |
| Highland Lakes 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,225 | $1,733 | $2,908 |
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There are currently 12 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Highland Lakes Neighborhood of Orlando, FL.
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Cheapest Available Highland Lakes Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Highland Lakes area of Orlando, FL is a 2 Beds unit found at Whispering Oaks priced from $636. Timber Sound 2 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $821. Here are the most affordable Highland Lakes apartments for rent in Orlando, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whispering Oaks | The Acorn | 2BR,2BA | $636 |
| Timber Sound 2 | 3X2 | 3BR,2BA | $821 |
| Laurel Hills Villas, a 55+ Community | Highrise | 1BR,1BA | $880 |
| Residences Emerald Villas | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $902 |
| Orlando Terrace | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $985 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Highland Lakes, FL
As of February 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Highland Lakes area is the $1.26 price per square foot Banyan Model at Lake Sherwood Apartments in the in the Ashton Park neighborhood starting from $1,699. The second greatest value Highland Lakes apartment is the Three Bedroom A Model at Fusion Apartments starting at $1,813 with a $1.54 price per square foot in the Lake Lotta Towers neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Highland Lakes apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Sherwood Apartments | Banyan | 2BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| Fusion Apartments | Three Bedroom A | 3BR,2BA | $1.54 |
| Timber Sound 2 | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| Whispering Oaks | The Oakshade | 3BR,2BA | $0.69 |
| Hibiscus Place Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Indigo West | Indigo 2 - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Rosala West | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Residences at West Place Apartments | The Pescaro | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Woodridge Apartments | 1 Bed - 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Residences Emerald Villas | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Highland Lakes Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Highland Lakes?
The cheapest apartment in Highland Lakes is Laurel Hills Villas, a 55+ Community which is listed at $880, while the average apartment in Highland Lakes costs $1,813.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Highland Lakes?
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 28 regular apartments in Highland Lakes 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 Highland Lakes?
Cheap apartments in Highland Lakes have an average cost of $502 which is $1,311 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Highland Lakes.
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