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$1,750

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$1,750

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$1,750

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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731 Agua Way

Lady LakeFL32159

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property at 5226 Dragonfly Dr

$1,800

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$1,800

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3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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5226 Dragonfly Dr

WildwoodFL34785

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in the Villages, FL

Pricing Updated: 04/04/2026

Current apartment rentals in the the Villages, FL area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for the Villages Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Villages of Sumter$2,222$1,026125

Cheapest Available the Villages Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Villages, FL is a 1 Bed unit found at Lake Sumter Apartment Homes in the Lady Lake Oaks neighborhood priced from $1,026. Lake Sumter Reserve Senior in the Lady Lake Oaks neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,099. Here is today’s list of the most affordable the Villages apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Lake Sumter Apartment HomesOne Bedroom One Bath (b)1BR,1BA$1,026
Lake Sumter Reserve SeniorTwo Bedroom Two Bath (b)2BR,2BA$1,099
Arden PlaceOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,185
Sundance Trails ApartmentsA1 - Live Local1BR,1BA$1,219
Oakleaf Village ApartmentsThe Egret1BR,1BA$1,229
Rolling Acres ReserveMinimalistStudio,1BA$1,229
Carmendy Square TownhomesThe Ashford2BR,1BA$1,259
Spring Lake Cove ApartmentsTwo Bedroom One Bath (b)2BR,1BA$1,269
Standard441 Luxury ApartmentsThe Elite1BR,1BA$1,279
Parker at East VillageA2 - 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,292

Best Value Apartments for Rent in the Villages, FL

As of April 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the the Villages area is the $1.42 price per square foot Palm Model at The Groves at Lake Ella in the in the Chelsea's Run neighborhood starting from $2,177. The second greatest value the Villages apartment is the C1 - Benton Model at Crescent by Stella Homes starting at $1,895 with a $1.34 price per square foot in the Villages of Sumter neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for the Villages apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Groves at Lake EllaPalm3BR,2BA$1.42
Crescent by Stella HomesC1 - Benton3BR,2.5BA$1.34
Carmendy Square TownhomesThe Bentley3BR,2BA$1.24
Magnolia at PowellB1-TH2BR,2BA$1.43
The Mark at WildwoodC13BR,2BA$1.49
The Wilds at TrailwindsThe Fuse2BR,2BA$1.50
Oakleaf Village ApartmentsThe Osprey w/Garage2BR,2BA$1.44
Rolling Acres ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Two Bath2BR,2BA$1.32
Solamar WildwoodBerkshire2BR,2BA$1.49
Lake Sumter Reserve SeniorTwo Bedroom Two Bath (b)2BR,2BA$1.08

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Villages

What type of rentals are currently available in the Villages?

There are currently 70 Apartments for Rent in the Villages, FL with pricing that ranges from $947 to $5,000. There are also 175 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in the Villages ranging from $650 to $6,490.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in the Villages?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in the Villages ranges from $650 to $6,490 with an average monthly rent of $2,629.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in the Villages?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in the Villages range from $1,449 to $5,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,500 to $6,490. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,025 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,566.

Expert Rental Resources

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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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.