
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Orlando Neighborhood of Orlando, FL from $400 (71 Rentals)
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Victory Cove

Covenant on the Lakes Senior Apartments

Town Oaks Flats

930 18TH STREET UNIT C

8700 S Orange Blossom Trl

8700 S Orange Blossom Trl

6729 Ovid Ave

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7900 S Orange Blossom Trl

4136 Iberis Ln
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Millenia West

The Villages on Millenia Apartments

1337 41st St

2500 Marlboro St

Lakeshore at East Mil

Royal Palms

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Walden Palms Apartments

5117 Curry Ford Rd

Casienna Apartment Homes

Grand East Village
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4101 Columbia St, Unit 4101 Columbia St apt 2

3830 Bunche St

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Magnolia Apartments

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Lorenzo At East Mil

Goldelm at Salerno

The Enclave at Canopy Park

Hidden Lake

Barber Park Apartments

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The Cornerstone Apartments

THE CLUB AT MILLENIA
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Enclave at Lake Ellenor

Winford Place Apartments

5542 Rio Grande Ave

5538 Rio Grande Ave

Fountains at Lee Vista

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Millenium Cove

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Sands Orlando

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Wingwood

Regency Gardens Apartments
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Skye at Conway

2309 S Mills Ave

Lakeview & Springhaven Apartments

Beverly at Lakeside

Governor's Manor Apartments

Pointe Vista 1 and 2

Whitney Grove Apartments

Hidden Creek Villas

Green Gables Apartments

Fountains at Lingo Cove Apartments
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South Orlando, Orlando, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Orlando?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Orlando Studio Apartments | $1,665 | $950 | $7,000 |
| South Orlando 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,621 | $452 | $2,638 |
| South Orlando 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,923 | $528 | $3,641 |
| South Orlando 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,292 | $588 | $5,136 |
| South Orlando 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,947 | $1,665 | $7,051 |
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There are currently 71 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Orlando Neighborhood of Orlando, FL.
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Cheapest Available South Orlando Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Orlando area of Orlando, FL is a 1 Bed unit found at Beverly at Lakeside priced from $648. The Villages on Millenia Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $999. Here are the most affordable South Orlando apartments for rent in Orlando, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beverly at Lakeside | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $648 |
| The Villages on Millenia Apartments | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Lakeshore at East Mil | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,019 |
| Walden Palms Apartments | A1-1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,049 |
| Casienna Apartment Homes | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| Blossom Corners Apartments | Studio Laminate | Studio,1BA | $1,055 |
| Grand East Village | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,071 |
| Sunset Place | S2 | Studio,1BA | $1,105 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Orlando, FL
As of March 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Orlando area is the $1.42 price per square foot Cypress - Executive Townhome Tile Model at Villages at Lake Pointe in the in the Airport North neighborhood starting from $2,015. The second greatest value South Orlando apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Bridgewater by Trion Living starting at $1,652 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the East Central Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Orlando apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villages at Lake Pointe | Cypress - Executive Townhome Tile | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.42 |
| Bridgewater by Trion Living | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| Hollow Brook | 3BR70% | 3BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| Fountains at Millenia Apartments | Three Bedroom Two Bath (b) | 3BR,2BA | $1.11 |
| The Villages on Millenia Apartments | Three Bedroom Two Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| Riva | Schooner | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| 5764 S Texas Ave | 5764 S Texas Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Sand Lake Pointe Apartments | Two Bedroom Two Bath 60 | 2BR,2BA | $1.34 |
| 4101 Columbia St, Unit 4101 Columbia St apt 2 | 4101 Columbia St | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Beverly at Lakeside | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $0.97 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Orlando Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in South Orlando?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Orlando is under $1,105.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Orlando?
The cheapest apartment in South Orlando is Beverly at Lakeside which is listed at $648, while the average apartment in South Orlando costs $19,445.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South 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 323 regular apartments in South 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 South Orlando?
Cheap apartments in South Orlando have an average cost of $561 which is $18,884 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Orlando.
Expert Rental Resources
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Helpful Local Expert Guides

An Orlando Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent
Written by: Darla Ferrara
For many, Orlando is the place where you vacation, not live. However, this city, located in the central region of Florida, offers a vibrant tech community, plenty of outdoor activities, and some of the best schools in the country.

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Written by: Darla Ferrara
There is never a dull moment in Orlando, Florida. Along with top-tier universities, technical schools, and local colleges, there are world-class entertainment venues, the ocean within driving distance, and lots of sunshine.

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When I first moved to Orlando, Florida, in the 1990s, one of the things that drew me here was the remarkably low unemployment rates. There was a job for everyone. Two decades later, that fundamental appeal remains.

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