
Cheap Homes for Rent in Polk County, FL from $600 (215 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in Polk County.


138 Lazy Willow Dr

3315 E Main St

1926 Drum Dr

804 N 5th St

2701 Ave T NW

1806 Superior Ct

1223 E Parker St

934 Caribbean Dr
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414-4D2 Senate St

3097 Camelot Dr

1111 Cypress Gardens Blvd

507 N 6th St

414 S Miami St

116 Court St SW

1124 N Stella Ave
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1623 Yellow Trl

1055 S Dudley Ave

917 Fairlington Dr

659 Park Pl Blvd

4645 N Socrum Loop Rd, Unit 101

152 Mango Dr

44199 US-27

1623 Yellow Trl

1214 Fairlane Ct
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1623 Yellow Trl

278 Blue Jay Way

200 Eagle Ridge Dr

2520 Tennessee Rd

843 Caribbean Dr

2637 Watson Ln

1550 Fort Meade Rd

3006 Pinedale Ave

2854 Lake Alfred Rd

1802 N 12th St
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318 Pearl St

838 E Orange St

122 3rd St SW

352 Caribbean Dr

1946 Emma St

2 Eagle Ridge Dr

2385 Burnway Rd

43420 US-27

325 N 5th St

1806 Superior Ct
Polk County, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Polk County?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Polk County 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,504 | $600 | $2,800 |
Polk County 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,002 | $800 | $4,500 |
Polk County 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,334 | $925 | $4,000 |
Polk County 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,822 | $1,900 | $4,500 |
Polk County 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,588 | $2,800 | $4,600 |
Polk County 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,500 | $4,500 | $4,500 |
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Cheapest Available Polk County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Polk County, FL is a Studio unit found at Grand at Grenelefe in the Sequoyah Ridge neighborhood priced from $800. LeMans Apartments of Lakeland in the Mulberry Gardens neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $900. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Polk County apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Grand at Grenelefe | Studio | Studio,1BA | $800 |
LeMans Apartments of Lakeland | Studio | Studio,1BA | $900 |
La Provence Studios | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $900 |
Central Haven Apartments | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
Georgetown Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
The Park at Verona New | Capri | Studio,1BA | $1,034 |
Briarcrest at Winter Haven | Ariana II | 1BR,1BA | $1,090 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Polk County, FL
As of July 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Polk County area is the $1.00 price per square foot 4 BR Model at Preserve at Poinciana in the in the Lake Toho neighborhood starting from $2,275. The second greatest value Polk County apartment is the Cali Model at Erikson Park starting at $2,227 with a $1.22 price per square foot in the Classic View 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. |
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Preserve at Poinciana | 4 BR | 4BR,2BA | $1.00 |
Erikson Park | Cali | 4BR,2BA | $1.22 |
Riverstone | Hawking | 3BR,2BA | $1.26 |
Lakeland Grand | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.12 |
Lilac Pointe | Aria | 3BR,2BA | $1.26 |
Fountain Square Apartments | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.30 |
The Villages at Laurel Meadows | 2 bed / 2.5 bath th 1,274 sqft at VLM Mid-Upgrade | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.28 |
Terra Hill | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
315 SE Dr M.L.K. Jr Ave, Unit 5 | 315 SE Dr M.L.K. Jr Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
Briarcrest at Winter Haven | Ariana II | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Polk County
What type of rentals are currently available in Polk County?
There are currently 854 Apartments for Rent in Polk County, FL with pricing that ranges from $600 to $11,950. There are also 1910 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Polk County ranging from $600 to $10,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Polk County?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Polk County ranges from $600 to $10,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,505.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Polk County?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Polk County range from $800 to $6,320, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $800 to $4,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $925 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,430.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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.

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A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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