
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lake Mary Neighborhood of Sanford, FL from $1,000 (83 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Lake Mary area of Sanford.


905 W 12th St

Logan Heights

The Cottages @ Sanford

Stonebrook

Onora Shores

KINGS RESERVE SANFORD

Solara

2218 S Park Ave

MAA Twin Lakes
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The Lofts at Savannah Park

90 Hidden Lake Dr

Arbor Lakes Apartments

2513 White Magnolia Way

The Crosby at Towne Center

Vintage Lake Mary Apartments

Roselea Apartments
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Lake's Edge Apartments

Ballantrae Apartments

218 Woodmere Blvd

1711 Ridgewood Ln

1703 McCarthy Ave

1511 W 14th St

1215 Historic Goldsboro Blvd
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2437 Chase Ave

913 Arbor Lakes Cir

700 E Airport Blvd

2427 CHASE Ave

535 San Lanta Cir

2550 Clairmont Ave

305 Northlake Dr

127 Country Club Dr

107 Academy Ave
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1004 Northlake Dr

1404 Northlake Dr

1013 Pine Ridge Cir

1013 S Pine Ridge Cir

1013 S Pine Ridge Cir

1404 Northlake Dr

1132 S Pine Ridge Cir

118 Sabal Palm Ct

1904 SW Rd
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Lake Mary, Sanford, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lake Mary?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Mary Studio Apartments | $1,449 | $1,095 | $2,115 |
| Lake Mary 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,594 | $1,083 | $2,491 |
| Lake Mary 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,911 | $1,294 | $3,003 |
| Lake Mary 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,222 | $1,493 | $3,213 |
| Lake Mary 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,256 | $2,216 | $2,286 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 83 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Lake Mary Neighborhood of Sanford, FL.
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Cheapest Available Lake Mary Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lake Mary area of Sanford, FL is a Studio unit found at The Cottages @ Sanford priced from $1,095. Windchase Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,115. Here are the most affordable Lake Mary apartments for rent in Sanford, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cottages @ Sanford | Studio Standard-Call For Availability | Studio,1BA | $1,095 |
| Windchase Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1,115 |
| Sun Lake | Windsurfer | 1BR,1BA | $1,116 |
| Stonebrook | Windrift | 1BR,1BA | $1,286 |
| Onora Shores | Luxury One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| KINGS RESERVE SANFORD | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| Solara | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,305 |
| MAA Twin Lakes | 11A | 1BR,1BA | $1,343 |
| Allure on Parkway | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,398 |
| The Lofts at Savannah Park | The Mayfair | 1BR,1BA | $1,405 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lake Mary, FL
As of November 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lake Mary area is the $1.73 price per square foot Hartwell with garage Model at Lake's Edge Apartments in the in the Wilson Park neighborhood starting from $2,175. The second greatest value Lake Mary apartment is the A3 Model at Reveal Heathrow starting at $1,743 with a $1.62 price per square foot in the Wilson Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lake Mary apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake's Edge Apartments | Hartwell with garage | 3BR,2BA | $1.73 |
| Reveal Heathrow | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Dalton Place | 2 BR | 2BR,2BA | $1.46 |
| Roselea Apartments | Renovated 2 bed/1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Stonebrook | Stonecliff | 2BR,2BA | $1.63 |
| Ballantrae Apartments | Abbey | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| MAA Heathrow | 11A | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| The Fairways at Lake Mary | Augusta | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Windchase Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Sun Lake | Windsurfer | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleLake Mary, Sanford, FL
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Among cities in Florida for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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Lifestyle Ratings
Our team is happy to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across Florida and customized analysis for Central Sanford. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for proximity to parks, luxury housing options, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Getting Around the Lake Mary Neighborhood in Sanford, FL
Walk Score®
41 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
45 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
6 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lake Mary Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Lake Mary?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Lake Mary is at The Cottages @ Sanford listed at $1,095.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lake Mary Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lake Mary Apartment is $1,115 at Windchase Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lake Mary Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lake Mary is starting from $1,336 at Windchase Apartments.
What is the most affordable Lake Mary Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Lake Mary Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Aqua Links and starts from $1,511.
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