
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Polk County, FL from $300 (167 Rentals)
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515 Corso Ln, Unit 720

515 Corso Ln, Unit 908

515 Corso Ln, Unit 911

515 Corso Ln, Unit 1155

515 Corso Ln, Unit 1159

515 Corso Ln, Unit 851

515 Corso Ln, Unit 821

306 Mango Dr

706 Bogie Ct
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Grand at Grenelefe

50 Sun Air Blvd E, Unit 1, Unit 1

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50 Sun Air Blvd E, Unit 207, Unit 207

390 W Haines Blvd

Lakeland Manor Apartment Homes

The Landings Apartment Homes

9 3rd St SW, Unit 9

Carlton Arms of South Lakeland

515 Corso Ln, Unit 874

Carlton Arms of North Lakeland
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329 7th St SW

352 Caribbean Dr

4020 N Scenic Hwy, Unit 102

241 Caribbean Dr

Lakeview Tower

Carlton Arms Of Winter Haven

Quails Bluff

1407 Lotela Ave

4645 N Socrum Loop Rd, Unit King Room

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24 2nd St SW, Unit 24 B, Unit 24 B
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Crystal Court Apartments

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Villas at Lake Smart Apartments

Peppertree Village Apartments

Briarcrest at Winter Haven

Haven at Lake Deer

La Provence Studios

907 Center Ave

121-123 W 6th St

Central Haven Apartments
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2219 Everett St

4645 N Socrum Loop Rd, Unit Double Studio

907 Lake Jessie Dr

804 MLK Blvd NE

Bonny Apartments

2043 Shakespeare St

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121 S Seminole Ave, Unit B, Unit B

1105 E Orange St

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1436 E Main St, Unit 1438, Unit 1438

102 Mango Dr
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Polk County, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Polk County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Polk County Studio Apartments | $1,133 | $700 | $2,249 |
| Polk County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,515 | $695 | $2,579 |
| Polk County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,812 | $292 | $3,250 |
| Polk County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,175 | $332 | $6,381 |
| Polk County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,680 | $1,430 | $7,431 |
| Polk County 5 Bedroom Apartments | $4,126 | $2,240 | $7,273 |
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Cheapest Available Polk County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Polk County, FL is a 2 Beds unit found at Summerlin Oaks Apartments in the Park View neighborhood priced from $422. Grand at Grenelefe in the Sequoyah Ridge neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Polk County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summerlin Oaks Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $422 |
| Grand at Grenelefe | Studio | Studio,1BA | $700 |
| Lakeland Manor Apartment Homes | Studio | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| The Landings Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom - LANDINGS | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Lakeview Tower | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Crystal Court Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $984 |
| LeMans Apartments of Lakeland | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $985 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Polk County, FL
As of April 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Polk County area is the $0.97 price per square foot 4 BR Model at The Preserve at Poinciana - Homes for Rent in the in the Lake Toho neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Polk County apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at Bridgewater Grand starting at $1,994 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the Watson Oaks neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Polk County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Preserve at Poinciana - Homes for Rent | 4 BR | 4BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| Bridgewater Grand | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| Erikson Park | Cali | 4BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| Lilac Pointe | Cali | 4BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| Redding Pointe | Hamden | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.18 |
| 731 Avenue A SW, Unit B | 731 Avenue A SW | 4BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| Summerlin Oaks Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.43 |
| Villas at Lake Smart Apartments | 2BR 2BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.10 |
| 50 Sun Air Blvd E, Unit 1 | 50 Sun Air Blvd E | Studio ,1BA | $1.07 |
| 50 Sun Air Blvd E, Unit 207 | 50 Sun Air Blvd E | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Polk County Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Polk County?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Polk County is at Grand at Grenelefe listed at $700.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Polk County Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Polk County Apartment is $899 at The Landings Apartment Homes.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Polk County Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Polk County is starting from $422 at Summerlin Oaks Apartments.
What is the most affordable Polk County Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Polk County Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Summerlin Oaks Apartments and starts from $476.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips
What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
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