Cheap Homes for Rent in Highland Lakes Neighborhood of Orlando, FL from $1,600 (8 Rentals)

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6821 Derrick Dr

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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 1 Bed unit found at Laurel Hills Villas, a 55+ Community priced from $880. Orlando Terrace has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $977. Here are the most affordable Highland Lakes apartments for rent in Orlando, FL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Laurel Hills Villas, a 55+ CommunityHighrise1BR,1BA$880
Orlando TerraceStudioStudio,1BA$977
ARIUM LakeviewA11BR,1BA$1,091

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Highland Lakes, FL

As of May 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Highland Lakes area is the $1.55 price per square foot Three Bedroom A Model at Fusion Apartments in the in the Lake Lotta Towers neighborhood starting from $1,832. The second greatest value Highland Lakes apartment is the 3x2 Model at Timber Sound 1 starting at $1,507 with a $1.32 price per square foot in the Timberleaf neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Highland Lakes apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Fusion ApartmentsThree Bedroom A3BR,2BA$1.55
Timber Sound 13x23BR,2BA$1.32
Hawthorne GrovesRidgemont DN2BR,2BA$1.64
Rolling Hills Apartment Homes2 Bedroom2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.45
Lake Sherwood ApartmentsCoventry3BR,2BA$1.51
1801 MetrowestB12BR,2BA$1.58
Seminole RidgeB32BR,2BA$1.33
Residences Emerald Villas2 Bedrooms / 2 Baths2BR,2BA$1.51
Woodridge Apartments1 Bed - 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.66
Hibiscus Place Apartments1 Bedroom Large1BR,1BA$1.52

Frequently Asked Questions about Highland Lakes

What type of rentals are currently available in Highland Lakes?

There are currently 40 Apartments for Rent in Highland Lakes, FL with pricing that ranges from $701 to $3,896. There are also 24 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Highland Lakes ranging from $1,600 to $2,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Highland Lakes?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Highland Lakes ranges from $1,600 to $2,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,105.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Highland Lakes?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Highland Lakes range from $822 to $3,397, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,695 to $2,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,999 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,733.

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