
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lake Sawyer Neighborhood of Windermere, FL from $1,100 (9 Rentals)
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Citra at Windermere

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Lake Sawyer, Windermere, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lake Sawyer?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Sawyer 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,809 | $1,525 | $2,515 |
| Lake Sawyer 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,237 | $1,719 | $3,550 |
| Lake Sawyer 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,688 | $2,143 | $3,178 |
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There are currently 9 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Lake Sawyer Neighborhood of Windermere, FL.
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Cheapest Available Lake Sawyer Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lake Sawyer area of Orlando, FL is a 1 Bed unit found at Citra at Windermere priced from $1,525. MAA Crosswater has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,580. Here are the most affordable Lake Sawyer apartments for rent in Orlando, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Citra at Windermere | Amethyst | 1BR,1BA | $1,525 |
| MAA Crosswater | Traditional 1x1 837 SF | 1BR,1BA | $1,580 |
| Windermere Cay | Delano | 1BR,1BA | $1,588 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lake Sawyer, FL
As of June 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lake Sawyer area is the $1.79 price per square foot Sterling Model at Kestra in the in the Chatham Village neighborhood starting from $1,985. The second greatest value Lake Sawyer apartment is the Amethyst Model at Citra at Windermere starting at $1,525 with a $1.77 price per square foot in the Chatham Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lake Sawyer apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Kestra | Sterling | 2BR,2BA | $1.79 |
| Citra at Windermere | Amethyst | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Venetian Isle | Capri | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| The Lodge at Hamlin | A1.1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| MAA Crosswater | Traditional 1x1 813 SF | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| MAA Windermere | 11A | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| Talcott at Windermere | Haven with Balcony Upgrade | 1BR,1BA | $2.15 |
| Windermere Cay | Delano | 1BR,1BA | $2.09 |
| Cortland Independence | Adam | 1BR,1BA | $2.43 |
| IMT Sonoma Hills | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
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ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Lake Sawyer, Windermere, and the greater Orlando area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, family-friendliness, proximity to transit, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lake Sawyer Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lake Sawyer?
The cheapest apartment in Lake Sawyer is Citra at Windermere which is listed at $1,525, while the average apartment in Lake Sawyer costs $2,593.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lake Sawyer?
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 16 regular apartments in Lake Sawyer 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 Lake Sawyer?
Cheap apartments in Lake Sawyer have an average cost of $265 which is $2,328 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lake Sawyer.
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