
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Polk City, FL from $929 (46 Rentals)
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718 1st St

111 E Palmetto Ln

Carlton Arms of North Lakeland

Oakcrest Apartments

Crystal Court Apartments

Villas at Lake Smart Apartments

Bonny Apartments

2043 Shakespeare St
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Haven at Lake Deer

1011 S Berkley Rd

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The Gardens Apartments

Sutton Place

Sunset Lakes

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The Preserve at Lakeland Hills Apartments

The Landings at Long Lake

Audubon Oaks
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Dream Winter Haven

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Arbor Glen Apartments

Aqua Apartment Homes

Mirrorton Apartments

The Loop at Wedgewood

Lake Mirror Tower Apartments

Prospect Lake Wire Apartments

Story Lake Gibson

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The Retreat at Lakeland
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The Groves at Lake Juliana

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Aberdeen Luxury Apartments

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The Shore Luxury Apartment Homes

Gibson Oaks

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Caroline

Parker Pointe Apartments

Lakeland Manor Apartment Homes

Lake Shore Manor

409 Senate St
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414 Senate St

The Park at Palazzo

417 Century Blvd

510 Avenue K NW

113 Oleander Ave

Lakeland Landing Apartments

Terra Hill

5405 Limestone Ln

Valencia at the Park
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2009 N Combee Rd
Polk City, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Polk City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Polk City Studio Apartments | $1,245 | $929 | $1,706 |
| Polk City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,499 | $975 | $1,966 |
| Polk City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,725 | $1,026 | $2,875 |
| Polk City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,997 | $1,191 | $2,499 |
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Cheapest Available Polk City Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Polk City, FL is a 1 Bed unit found at Lakeland Manor Apartment Homes in the Lakeland Interstate Business Park neighborhood priced from $899. Oakcrest Apartments in the Brandywyne neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $975. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Polk City apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeland Manor Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - A1R | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Oakcrest Apartments | 123 Oakcrest | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Crystal Court Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $984 |
| Villas at Lake Smart Apartments | 2BR 2BA | 2BR,2BA | $1,026 |
| Haven at Lake Deer | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,099 |
| Reserve at Lakeland Apartment Homes | Rimini | 1BR,1BA | $1,149 |
| The Gardens Apartments | Floor Plan B | 1BR,1BA | $1,167 |
| Sutton Place | Studio One Bath Open | Studio,1BA | $1,180 |
| The Preserve at Lakeland Hills Apartments | Monet | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| Carlton Arms of North Lakeland | A1 Upstairs | 1BR,1BA | $1,204 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Polk City, FL and Nearby
As of September 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Polk City area is the $1.12 price per square foot Three Bedroom Model at Bridgewater Grand in the in the Watson Oaks neighborhood starting from $2,083. The second greatest value Polk City apartment is the Aria Model at Erikson Park starting at $2,233 with a $1.34 price per square foot in the Classic View neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Polk City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgewater Grand | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| Erikson Park | Aria | 3BR,2BA | $1.34 |
| Gibson Oaks | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.42 |
| The Retreat at Lakeland | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.54 |
| The Park at Palazzo | Messina | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Villas at Lake Smart Apartments | 2BR 2BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| Audubon Oaks | ROYAL OAK | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| The Landings at Long Lake | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Lakeland Manor Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - A1R | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Oakcrest Apartments | 123 Oakcrest | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Polk City Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Polk City?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Polk City is at Crystal Court Apartments listed at $984.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Polk City Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Polk City Apartment is $899 at Lakeland Manor Apartment Homes.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Polk City Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Polk City is starting from $1,026 at Villas at Lake Smart Apartments.
What is the most affordable Polk City Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Polk City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Villas at Lake Smart Apartments and starts from $1,191.
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