
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Neighborhood of Orlando, FL from $800 (169 Rentals)
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The Summit at MetroWest

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Chatham Square

Rosemont Windermere

The Debra Metrowest

2632 Robert Trent Jones Dr

Mission Club Apartments

The Commons

Cumberland Park Apartments

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ARIUM Greenview
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Solstice Apartments

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Lantower Grande Pines

2668 Robert Trent Jones Dr

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Abaco Key

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Sabal Palm at Lake Buena Vista Apartment Homes

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Integra Cove Apartments

The Haven at Westgate Blue Tree

Altis Grand Lake Willis

8301 Elm Park Dr, Unit 637
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8301 Elm Park Dr

11550 Westwood Blvd

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Alcove

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Eden Ruby Lake

Alvista Metrowest

Perse Apartments

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Millennium MetroWest

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The Addison Lake Bryan Apartments

2586 Robert Trent Jones Dr

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Kestra
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Sur Lake Buena Vista

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Leisure by Westgate Apartments

2528 Robert Trent Jones Dr, Unit 1622

The Bentley

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Estates at Park Avenue

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Avana Parkway

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Sea Isle

Town Vineland

Camden Lake Buena Vista
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Bayfront On Sand Lake

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Emerald Grove

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Aventon Opal

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Lake Vue

3384 Corona Village Way, Unit 104

3326 Robert Trent Jones Dr

MAA Sand Lake

2801 Biltmore 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 | $1,679 | $895 | $2,039 |
| Southwest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,851 | $1,217 | $3,418 |
| Southwest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,266 | $1,236 | $5,993 |
| Southwest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,646 | $1,437 | $7,807 |
| Southwest 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,807 | $1,612 | $4,229 |
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There are currently 169 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southwest Neighborhood of Orlando, FL.
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Cheapest Available Southwest Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southwest area of Orlando, FL is a 1 Bed unit found at Monterey Lake priced from $1,229. The Summit at MetroWest has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,234. Here are the most affordable Southwest apartments for rent in Orlando, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monterey Lake | Aqua | 1BR,1BA | $1,229 |
| The Summit at MetroWest | Sanibel | 1BR,1BA | $1,234 |
| Tierra Vista RFK LLC | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,236 |
| Pavilion at Lake Eve | PARK RENOVATED | Studio,1BA | $1,377 |
| Mission Club Apartments | La Paloma A2WJ | 1BR,1BA | $1,380 |
| Cumberland Park Apartments | Creativity Solarium | 1BR,1BA | $1,407 |
| ARIUM Greenview | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,411 |
| Harbortown | Antigua | 1BR,1BA | $1,420 |
| The Commons | A3 - Solarium | 1BR,1BA | $1,422 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest, FL
As of April 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southwest area is the $1.52 price per square foot C1 Model at Chatham Square in the in the Green Project neighborhood starting from $2,127. The second greatest value Southwest apartment is the B3 Model at IMT Sonoma Hills starting at $1,970 with a $1.82 price per square foot in the Lake Reams neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwest apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chatham Square | C1 | 3BR,3BA | $1.52 |
| IMT Sonoma Hills | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $1.82 |
| Tierra Vista RFK LLC | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| Perse Apartments | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.60 |
| Alvista Metrowest | WATER BALCONY RENOVATED | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| The Commons | A3 - Solarium | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| Muse at Winter Garden | A5 | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| ARIUM Greenview | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Lantower Grande Pines | Sanctuary | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| 16024 Micelli Dr, Unit 1 | 16024 Micelli Dr | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southwest Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Southwest?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Southwest is at Pavilion at Lake Eve listed at $1,377.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwest Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwest Apartment is $1,229 at Monterey Lake.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Southwest Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southwest is starting from $1,236 at Tierra Vista RFK LLC.
What is the most affordable Southwest Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Southwest Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Tierra Vista RFK LLC and starts from $1,437.
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
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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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