
Cheap 2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Neighborhood of Orlando, FL from $1,236 (78 Rentals)


The Haven at Westgate Blue Tree

11550 Westwood Blvd

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Abaco Key

2586 Robert Trent Jones Dr

Cumberland Park Apartments

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Emerald Grove

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Leisure by Westgate Apartments

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Chatham Square

Citi Lakes
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The Summit at MetroWest

The Commons

Perse Apartments

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Alvista Metrowest

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Alcove

Rosemont Windermere

3384 Corona Village Way, Unit 104
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Kestra

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Sea Isle

8837 Latrec Ave

Mystic Pointe II

13016 Plantation Park Cir

2648 Robert Trent Jones Dr
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3403 Greenwich Village Blvd

2528 Robert Trent Jones Dr

2564 Robert Trent Jones Dr

2544 Robert Trent Jones Dr

3280 Soho St

8855 Villa View Cir

8849 Villa View Cir

7210 Westpointe Blvd

12861 Madison Pointe Cir

13036 Mulberry Park Dr, Unit 416
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3391 Parkchester Square Blvd

3446 Soho St, Unit 101

8818 Villa View Cir

Pavilion at Lake Eve

Discovery Palms

Monterey Lake

3468 Soho St

7320 Westpointe Blvd

13025 Mulberry Park Dr

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Southwest, Orlando, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southwest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Studio Apartments | $1,690 | $970 | $2,039 |
| Southwest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,860 | $1,218 | $3,459 |
Southwest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,276 | $1,236 | $6,026 |
| Southwest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,662 | $1,437 | $7,803 |
| Southwest 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,792 | $1,612 | $4,229 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southwest Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Southwest?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Southwest is under $1,424.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southwest?
The cheapest apartment in Southwest is Tierra Vista RFK LLC which is listed at $1,236, while the average apartment in Southwest costs $2,683.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southwest?
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 41 regular apartments in Southwest 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 Southwest?
Cheap apartments in Southwest have an average cost of $210 which is $2,473 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southwest.
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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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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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