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property at 423 53rd St

423 53rd St

West Palm BeachFL33407

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property at 519 28th St

519 28th St

West Palm BeachFL33407
property at 3723 Morton Ave

3723 Morton Ave

West Palm BeachFL33405

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property at 926 33rd St

926 33rd St

West Palm BeachFL33407

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property at 217 Butler St

217 Butler St

West Palm BeachFL33407
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West Palm Beach, FL Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in West Palm Beach, FL

Pricing Updated: 06/13/2025

Current apartment rentals in the West Palm Beach, FL area range in price from $492 to $29,956 with an overall median price of $5,473. The three West Palm Beach neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Pleasant City at $1,350, Pinewood Lake at $1,408, and Oakton Lakes at $1,342. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for West Palm Beach Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Pleasant City$2,240$1,35011
Pinewood Lake$2,411$1,40899
Oakton Lakes$2,607$1,34214
Renaissance$2,607$1,34226
Spencer Lakes$2,622$1,450117
Southwest West Palm Beach$2,800$1,39510
Kelsey City$2,845$1,7004
Parker Ridge$2,850$1,5954
Palm Club Village$2,907$1,300149
Cresthaven$2,915$1,408136

Cheapest Available West Palm Beach Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in West Palm Beach, FL is a 1 Bed unit found at Malibu Bay in the Palm Beach Lakes neighborhood priced from $980. The Gwendolyn Apartments in the Northwood neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,400. Here is today’s list of the most affordable West Palm Beach apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Malibu Bay1Bedroom 1Bath1BR,1BA$980
The Gwendolyn ApartmentsThe Gwendolyn ApartmentsStudio,1BA$1,400
Palmway1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,525
Uptown 221 Bed 1 Bath (510 Sq. Ft.)1BR,1BA$1,550
Visions at Willow PondA1R1BR,1BA$1,575
Clear Lake Apartments1Bed/1Bath1BR,1BA$1,575
310 Lake Shore Dr1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,595

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Palm Beach, FL

As of June 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Palm Beach area is the $1.67 price per square foot Flagler Model at Flagler Townhomes in the in the Northwood neighborhood starting from $4,500. The second greatest value West Palm Beach apartment is the 3BR/2.0BA Model at Maridadi West Palm Beach starting at $2,575 with a $1.61 price per square foot in the Villages Of Palm Beach Lakes neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Palm Beach apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Flagler TownhomesFlagler3BR,2.5BA$1.67
Maridadi West Palm Beach3BR/2.0BA3BR,2BA$1.61
5214 Stacy St Apartments*Remodeled Three Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.66
Palm Lake Estates-A 55+ CommunityMarco3BR,2BA$1.45
Ibis Reserve ApartmentsJasmine2BR,2BA$1.93
4956 Sable Pine Cir, Unit D-14956 Sable Pine Cir2BR,2BA$1.57
Serrano ApartmentsSouthern Magnolia2BR,2BA$1.87
Parc500 Apartment HomesThe Atlantic1BR,1BA$1.89
Malibu Bay2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.61
310 Lake Shore Dr1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.87

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West Palm Beach Overview

Long known for its pristine white sand beaches and the calming waves that accompany them, West Palm Beach is considered one of the 'big three' cities in the southern Florida area, and is also the oldest municipality in the metropolitan Miami vicinity. On the rise in terms of economic growth and popularity, this Sunshine State hot spot with a wide variety of options in West Palm Beach apartments is a fantastic place to call home.

Why live in West Palm Beach, FL?

A small-scale city that's big on heart and opportunity, apartments in West Palm Beach represent a growing number of south Florida hot spots on the rise. While tourism accounts for a good deal of the city income base, West Palm Beach's close proximity to Miami and a number of other large municipalities make it an ideal commute for those desiring a big city job market while maintaining a cozy home life.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
West Palm Beach, FL

Ranked #31

Among cities in Florida for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around West Palm Beach, FL

Walk Score®

57 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

59 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

20 / 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 West Palm Beach Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in West Palm Beach?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in West Palm Beach is under $1,595.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Palm Beach?

The cheapest apartment in West Palm Beach is Malibu Bay which is listed at $980, while the average apartment in West Palm Beach costs $5,473.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in West Palm Beach?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 136 regular apartments in West Palm Beach that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in West Palm Beach?

Cheap apartments in West Palm Beach have an average cost of $485 which is $4,988 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West Palm Beach.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.