Apartments for Rent in Lakeland, FL

Top neighborhoods in Lakeland

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  Highlands Reserve

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  What it’s like to live in Highlands Reserve

  Highlands Reserve offers golf course living with resort amenities in this southern Lakeland community. Rental properties typically include access to the championship golf course, community pools, and tennis facilities. While the area provides excellent access to both Bartow Highway shopping and Florida Southern College, summer brings intense heat affecting golf play during midday hours despite the premium positioning. Well-suited for golf enthusiasts seeking affordable course access beyond purely vacation communities who don't require walkable dining options.

  Great for

  • Families
  • Retirees
  • Professionals
  • Young Renters
  • Commuters

  Neighborhood vibe

  • Mixed-Use
  • Peaceful
  • Mixed-Use & Commercial

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  Lake Morton Historic District

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  What it’s like to live in Lake Morton Historic District

  Iconic swans glide past historic bungalows in Lake Morton Historic District, where 1920s architecture surrounds the downtown lake that serves as Lakeland's signature landmark. Strict preservation guidelines maintain the neighborhood's distinctive character, prohibiting modern exterior modifications that would disrupt visual continuity. Tourist foot traffic peaks during January's Swan Derby festivities, creating temporary parking challenges near Black & Brew café and other lakefront businesses. Restored properties feature original heart pine floors and period details, though window air conditioning units often supplement central systems during peak humidity months.

  Great for

  • Artists
  • Creatives
  • Young Professionals
  • Music Lovers
  • Entrepreneurs

  Neighborhood vibe

  • Historic
  • Charming
  • Walkable

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  Cleveland Heights

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  What it’s like to live in Cleveland Heights

  Historic elegance defines Cleveland Heights, where Lakeland's established neighborhood offers architectural character minutes from downtown amenities. Most rentals feature distinctive details from hardwood floors to built-in cabinetry reflecting craftsmanship from earlier eras, while the compact neighborhood design enables walkable living unusual for typically car-dependent Florida communities. Though some properties show their age with vintage quirks, the combination of architectural distinction, established landscaping with mature trees providing natural cooling, and proximity to both downtown employment and Florida Southern College creates compelling value for those seeking authentic community character.

  Great for

  • Affluent Families
  • Luxury Renters
  • Professionals
  • Retirees

  Neighborhood vibe

  • Scenic
  • Established
  • Residential

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