
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Rio Villa Lakes Neighborhood of Punta Gorda, FL from $600 (43 Rentals)
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3614 Vasco St

Parkside Punta Gorda

Del Boca Vista

The Oaks on Henry

1303 Taylor Rd

7321 S Blue Sage

317 E McKenzie St
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25188 Marion Ave, Unit E202, Unit E202

31 Emden Cir

3907 San Rocco Dr, Unit 121, Unit 121

The Cottages at Punta Villas

Verandas of Punta Gorda

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810 Kings Ct

3121 VASCO St
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3221 White Ibis Ct

26591 S Fairway Dr

26591 Fairway Dr

418 Durrance St

720 W Marion Ave

2921 Vasco St

3722 Rosemary Dr

25188 Marion Ave
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3615 Dawson Ln

150 Harborside Ave

604 Trabue Ave

1507 Lavilla Rd

1335 Mineo Dr

2715 Lee St

311 Garvin St

168 Madrid Blvd
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240 West End Dr

24300 Airport Rd

3251 White Ibis Ct

417 Cooper St

1080 Bal Harbor Blvd

Budget Inn

3841 Albacete Cir

920 Conecta Dr
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625 Pompano Terrace

24748 Rio Villa Lakes Cir

9996 Spring Gulch Ln
Rio Villa Lakes, Punta Gorda, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Rio Villa Lakes?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rio Villa Lakes Studio Apartments | $1,580 | $1,250 | $1,850 |
| Rio Villa Lakes 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,603 | $1,485 | $1,950 |
| Rio Villa Lakes 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,251 | $1,250 | $4,500 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 43 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Rio Villa Lakes Neighborhood of Punta Gorda, FL.
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Cheapest Available Rio Villa Lakes Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Rio Villa Lakes area of Punta Gorda, FL is a Studio unit found at Parkside Punta Gorda priced from $1,370. Del Boca Vista has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,500. Here are the most affordable Rio Villa Lakes apartments for rent in Punta Gorda, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkside Punta Gorda | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,370 |
| Del Boca Vista | One Bedroom/One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| The Oaks on Henry | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Taylor Row | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| The Cottages at Punta Villas | Studio Cottage | Studio,1BA | $1,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rio Villa Lakes, FL
As of April 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rio Villa Lakes area is the $1.77 price per square foot Fully furnished 1/1 Model at Taylor Row in the in the Rio Villa Lakes neighborhood starting from $1,950. The second greatest value Rio Villa Lakes apartment is the One Bedroom/One Bath Model at Del Boca Vista starting at $1,500 with a $2.03 price per square foot in the Rio Villa Lakes neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rio Villa Lakes apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taylor Row | Fully furnished 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Del Boca Vista | One Bedroom/One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| The Oaks on Henry | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| Parkside Punta Gorda | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $2.26 |
| The Cottages at Punta Villas | Studio Cottage | Studio ,1BA | $3.70 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Rio Villa Lakes Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Rio Villa Lakes?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Rio Villa Lakes is at Parkside Punta Gorda listed at $1,370.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Rio Villa Lakes Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Rio Villa Lakes Apartment is $1,485 at Parkside Punta Gorda.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Rio Villa Lakes Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Rio Villa Lakes is starting from $1,650 at Taylor Row.
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