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Cheapest Available Polk County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Polk County, FL is a 3 Beds unit found at Summerlin Oaks Apartments in the Park View neighborhood priced from $492. 436 E Park Ave in the Altadena neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $795. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Polk County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Summerlin Oaks Apartments3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$492
436 E Park Ave0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$795
LeMans Apartments of LakelandStudioStudio,1BA$875
The Landings Apartment Homes1 Bedroom - BRANDYWYNE1BR,1BA$899
Grand at GrenelefestudioStudio,1BA$900

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Polk County, FL

As of January 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Polk County area is the $0.97 price per square foot 4 BR Model at Preserve at Poinciana in the in the Lake Toho neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Polk County apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Bridgewater Grand starting at $1,856 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Preserve at Poinciana4 BR4BR,2BA$0.97
Bridgewater Grand2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.08
The Townhomes of Evergreen on Lake Idylwild3x2.53BR,2.5BA$1.04
21 Mountain Dr, Unit 2121 Mountain Dr2BR,1BA$0.90
Briarcrest at Winter HavenThe Hartridge II3BR,2BA$1.04
Summerlin Oaks Apartments3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.42
224 C St, Unit Apt C224 C St2BR,1BA$1.11
501 Avenue L NE, Unit #503501 Avenue L NE1BR,1BA$1.19
436 E Park Ave0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$1.06
50 Sun Air Blvd E, Unit 150 Sun Air Blvd EStudio ,1BA$1.07

Frequently Asked Questions about Polk County

What type of rentals are currently available in Polk County?

There are currently 880 Apartments for Rent in Polk County, FL with pricing that ranges from $675 to $29,970. There are also 2166 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Polk County ranging from $600 to $8,999.

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 $8,999 with an average monthly rent of $2,643.

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 $1,019 to $8,379, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $850 to $5,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $925 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,430.

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.

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How to Make Your Apartment Holiday-Ready: Renter-Friendly Tips

Written by: Justin Habersaat

Getting your apartment ready for the holidays can be exciting but sometimes challenging in a smaller space. Here are some modern tips to keep things festive, safe, and inviting this season.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!