
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lake Mary Neighborhood of Sanford, FL from $1,000 (83 Rentals)
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The Cottages @ Sanford

1113 S Park Ave

2218 S Park Ave

Onora Shores

3107 S Park Ave

KINGS RESERVE SANFORD

2541 Myrtle Ave

MAA Twin Lakes

Solara
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Roselea Manor Apartments

The Crosby at Towne Center

90 Hidden Lake Dr

2541 Myrtle Ave

The Lofts at Savannah Park

2513 White Magnolia Way

Stonebrook

Ballantrae Apartments

Vintage Lake Mary Apartments

Dalton Place
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Lake's Edge Apartments

1703 McCarthy Ave

Wyndham Place

Windchase Apartments

Stoneridge Pointe

Villas du Soleil

1109 Willow Ave

1511 W 14th St

2203 S Park Ave

1113 S Park Ave
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1113 S Park Ave

1215 Historic Goldsboro Blvd

Warley Park

913 Arbor Lakes Cir

2437 Chase Ave

1004 Northlake Dr

700 E Airport Blvd

305 Northlake Dr

2427 CHASE Ave

127 Country Club Dr
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719 Baywood Dr

1322 S Pine Ridge Cir, Unit B2

1404 Northlake Dr

1404 Northlake Dr

1132 S Pine Ridge Cir

Aqua Links

806 E 14th St

424 Arbor Lakes Cir

2524 White Magnolia Way

684 Starstone Dr
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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 | $1,497 | $1,095 | $2,382 |
| Lake Mary 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,612 | $1,083 | $2,684 |
| Lake Mary 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,918 | $1,294 | $3,027 |
| Lake Mary 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,267 | $1,493 | $3,447 |
| Lake Mary 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,688 | $2,481 | $2,885 |
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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 |
| Stoneridge Pointe | Studio-R | 3BR,2BA | $1,143 |
| Sun Lake | Sunsailor | 1BR,1BA | $1,236 |
| Onora Shores | Luxury One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,249 |
| MAA Twin Lakes | 11A | 1BR,1BA | $1,309 |
| Warley Park | Two Bed\Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,336 |
| Solara | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,337 |
| The Crosby at Towne Center | Jessup - A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,358 |
| Pebble Creek Apartments At Lake Mary | A-1 BED | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lake Mary, FL
As of January 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lake Mary area is the $1.64 price per square foot 32A Model at MAA Heathrow in the in the Wilson Park neighborhood starting from $2,333. The second greatest value Lake Mary apartment is the Three Bedroom Two Bathroom 60% Model at Windchase Apartments starting at $1,547 with a $1.31 price per square foot in the Sterling Meadows 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| MAA Heathrow | 32A | 3BR,2BA | $1.64 |
| Windchase Apartments | Three Bedroom Two Bathroom 60% | 3BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| Roselea Manor Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.47 |
| Arbor Lakes Apartments | Rockwell | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Lake's Edge Apartments | Redmon | 2BR,2BA | $1.74 |
| Dalton Place | 2 BR | 2BR,2BA | $1.46 |
| Ballantrae Apartments | Abbey | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| MAA Town Park | 11A Floor Plan | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| MAA Town Park Reserve | 11A Floor Plan | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Warley Park | Two Bed\Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.52 |
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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 $1,143 at Stoneridge Pointe.
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 $1,143 at Stoneridge Pointe.
What is the most affordable Lake Mary Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Lake Mary Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Stoneridge Pointe and starts from $1,143.
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