
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Orlando Neighborhood of Orlando, FL from $500 (237 Rentals)
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4918 Cortez Dr

3624 Westwood Rd

Sunset Oaks

Laurel Hills Villas, a 55+ Community

Orlando Terrace

6613 Henrich Dr

5767 Lakeville Rd

Preserve at Emerald Villas - 55+

Green Gables
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1343 Poppy Ave

Colonial Drive Apartments

Boca Club

Waterview Crossing Apartments

Avalyn West

Coconut Palms

Village Springs

Covenant on the Lakes Senior Apartments

Nassau Bay Apartments

Lakeshore at East Mil
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Hibiscus Place Apartments

Southern Oaks Residences

Kara West

1343 Poppy Ave

Hidden Lake

Stella West

The Summit at MetroWest

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2721 Sidney Ave, Unit 3

Grand East Village
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Village Lakes

52 at Park

Winford Place Apartments

Rent Prosper at Cypress Pointe

Village Park

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Twelve Oaks at Windermere

Highgate Apartments

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Goldelm at Metro West

Cason at Millenia

0004 Newton St
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Amara at Metro West

5064 Park Central Dr, Unit 2134

2600 Robert Trent Jones Dr

1343 Poppy Ave

Bella Vita

6352 Raleigh St

6004 Westgate Dr

Oak Glen Apartments

7240 Westpointe Blvd

7200 Westpointe Blvd
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West Orlando, Orlando, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Orlando?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Orlando Studio Apartments | $1,177 | $840 | $2,100 |
| West Orlando 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,550 | $880 | $3,409 |
| West Orlando 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,823 | $773 | $6,058 |
| West Orlando 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,111 | $905 | $3,612 |
| West Orlando 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,435 | $1,647 | $4,552 |
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There are currently 237 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the West Orlando Neighborhood of Orlando, FL.
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Cheapest Available West Orlando Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Orlando area of Orlando, FL is a Studio unit found at Sunset Oaks priced from $840. Orlando Sky has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable West Orlando apartments for rent in Orlando, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunset Oaks | Studio | Studio,1BA | $840 |
| Orlando Sky | The Indigo | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Laurel Hills Villas, a 55+ Community | Highrise | 1BR,1BA | $880 |
| Orlando Terrace | Studio | Studio,1BA | $897 |
| Timber Sound 1 | 3X2 | 3BR,2BA | $905 |
| Preserve at Emerald Villas - 55+ | 1 Bed 1 Bath 50% | 1BR,1BA | $915 |
| Green Gables | Studio | Studio,1BA | $922 |
| Waterview Crossing Apartments | One Bedroom One Bath Classic | 1BR,1BA | $970 |
| 2000 W Jackson St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $990 |
| Riva | Catamaran | Studio,1BA | $999 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Orlando, FL
As of July 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Orlando area is the $1.37 price per square foot The Sicilian Model at THE ISLE in the in the Rosemont neighborhood starting from $2,293. The second greatest value West Orlando apartment is the B2 Model at Casa Mirella starting at $1,976 with a $1.40 price per square foot in the Ashton Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Orlando apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE ISLE | The Sicilian | 4BR,2BA | $1.37 |
| Casa Mirella | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| Rent Prosper at Cypress Pointe | C1-3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| Village Townhomes | 2 Bed/ 2.5 Bath B1 | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.41 |
| Timber Sound 1 | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.45 |
| Kara West | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.16 |
| Oak Glen Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.38 |
| Bella Casa | Millenia | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.34 |
| Nassau Bay Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Laurel Hills Villas, a 55+ Community | Highrise | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Orlando Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in West Orlando?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in West Orlando is under $999.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Orlando?
The cheapest apartment in West Orlando is Laurel Hills Villas, a 55+ Community which is listed at $880, while the average apartment in West Orlando costs $2,255.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in West 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 90 regular apartments in West 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 West Orlando?
Cheap apartments in West Orlando have an average cost of $362 which is $1,893 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West Orlando.
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An Orlando Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent
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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.

Unlock Your Orlando Commute: An Expert Guide to Ideal Neighborhoods Near Major Local Employers
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