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Apartments for Rent in Lakeland, FL

22 rentals available
  • The Preserve at Lakeland Hills

    4920 State Road 33 North, Lakeland, FL 33805
    (863) 209-7437
    $1,179+ moTotal price12-mo lease

    27 units available
    1 bed • 2 bed • 3 bed
    Best Unit
    1 Bed - 1 Bath - 728 sqft - Avail. Feb 9
    Budget
    $21 below your budget
    Amenities

    In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage + more

    Verified listing
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  • Park at Verona

    $1,100
    3520 Cleveland Heights Blvd, Lakeland, FL 33803
    (863) 231-0729

    20 units available
    Studio • 1 bed • 2 bed • 3 bed
    Best Unit
    Studio - 1 Bath - 380 sqft - Avail. now
    Budget
    $100 below your budget
    Amenities

    W/D hookup, Patio / balcony, Pet friendly, Parking, Walk in closets, 24hr gym + more

    Verified listing
    Verified
  • 6th St

    $1,049
    121 West 6th Street, Lakeland, FL 33805
    (863) 450-4543

    1 unit available
    1 bed
    Best Unit
    1 Bed - 1 Bath - 754 sqft - Avail. now
    Budget
    $151 below your budget
    Amenities

    W/D hookup, Air conditioning, Range, Oven, and Refrigerator

  • 525 Morgan Apt 5

    $1,050
    525 North Morgan Avenue, Lakeland, FL 33801
    (813) 325-8413

    1 unit available
    1 bed
    Best Unit
    1 Bed - 1 Bath - Avail. now
    Budget
    $150 below your budget
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  • 1017 Griffin Rd

    $995
    1017 Griffin Road, Lakeland, FL 33805
    (813) 694-5494

    1 unit available
    1 bed
    Best Unit
    1 Bed - 1 Bath - 510 sqft - Avail. now
    Budget
    $205 below your budget
    Amenities

    Pet friendly

  • 1015 Griffin Rd

    $1,095
    1015 Griffin Road, Lakeland, FL 33805
    (813) 694-5494

    1 unit available
    1 bed
    Best Unit
    1 Bed - 1 Bath - 620 sqft - Avail. now
    Budget
    $105 below your budget
    Amenities

    Pet friendly

  • 2nd St

    $1,200
    1347 West 2nd Street, Lakeland, FL 33805
    (813) 551-1737

    1 unit available
    2 bed
    Best Unit
    2 Bed - 1 Bath - Avail. now
    Budget
    $0 above your budget
    Amenities

    Parking, Air conditioning, Range, Oven, and Refrigerator

  • Marrex

    $1,195
    1109 East Orange Street, Lakeland, FL 33801
    (407) 258-1332

    1 unit available
    1 bed
    Best Unit
    1 Bed - 1 Bath - Avail. now
    Budget
    $5 below your budget
    Amenities

    Pet friendly, Parking, and Air conditioning

  • 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom unit

    $1,200
    2556 Chestnut Woods Drive, Lakeland, FL 33815
    (407) 674-7994

    1 unit available
    2 bed
    Best Unit
    2 Bed - 1 Bath - 1236 sqft - Avail. now
    Budget
    $0 above your budget
    Amenities

    Pet friendly

  • Lakeland Duplex

    $1,200
    518 Pinewood Avenue, Lakeland, FL 33815
    (407) 674-7994

    1 unit available
    2 bed
    Best Unit
    2 Bed - 1 Bath - 891 sqft - Avail. now
    Budget
    $0 above your budget
    Amenities

    Pet friendly, Range, and Refrigerator

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    Top units for an elevated lifestyle.
  • 453 Beech Avenue

    $1,195
    453 Beech Avenue, Lakeland, FL 33815
    (863) 213-6353

    1 unit available
    2 bed
    Best Unit
    2 Bed - 1 Bath - 900 sqft - Avail. now
    Budget
    $5 below your budget
    Amenities

    Recently renovated and Concierge

  • 457 Beech Avenue

    $1,195
    457 Beech Avenue, Lakeland, FL 33815
    (863) 213-6353

    1 unit available
    2 bed
    Best Unit
    2 Bed - 1 Bath - 900 sqft - Avail. now
    Budget
    $5 below your budget
    Amenities

    Recently renovated and Concierge

  • NICE 2BR/1BA Top Floor Apartments! Water Sewer included! NO APPLICATION FEE!

    $1,200
    927 North Iowa Avenue, Lakeland, FL 33801
    (813) 325-8413

    1 unit available
    2 bed
    Best Unit
    2 Bed - 1 Bath - Avail. now
    Budget
    $0 above your budget
    Amenities

    Hardwood floors, Pet friendly, Recently renovated, and Air conditioning

  • 1105 E Orange St

    $1,195
    1105 East Orange Street, Lakeland, FL 33801
    (407) 258-1332

    1 unit available
    1 bed
    Best Unit
    1 Bed - 1 Bath - Avail. now
    Budget
    $5 below your budget
    Amenities

    Pet friendly, Parking, and Air conditioning

  • 211 Lenox St

    $1,195
    211 Lenox Street, Lakeland, FL 33803
    (407) 258-1332

    1 unit available
    1 bed
    Best Unit
    1 Bed - 1 Bath - 600 sqft - Avail. now
    Budget
    $5 below your budget
    Amenities

    W/D hookup, Hardwood floors, Pet friendly, and Air conditioning

  • 411 S Cornelia Ave.

    $1,150
    411 South Cornelia Avenue, Lakeland, FL 33815
    (863) 250-3949

    1 unit available
    2 bed
    Best Unit
    2 Bed - 1 Bath - 675 sqft - Avail. now
    Budget
    $50 below your budget
    Amenities

    Pet friendly, Recently renovated, Air conditioning, Ceiling fan, and Refrigerator

Average rent in Lakeland, Florida

City Guide
The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Lakeland is $1,460+, while the average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment is $1,708+. Rent rates updated ago
Studio
$1,468+Trending up
1 Bed
$1,460+Trending up
2 Beds
$1,708+Trending up
3+ Beds
$1,999+Trending up
* Averages are based on the rental prices of properties listed on Apartment List that don’t include fees

Top neighborhoods in Lakeland

  • Highlands Reserve

    Highlands Reserve

    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
  • Lake Morton Historic District

    Lake Morton Historic District

    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
  • Cleveland Heights

    Cleveland Heights

    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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Find an apartment for rent in Lakeland, FL

Searching for an apartment for rent in Lakeland, FL? Look no further! Apartment List will help you find a perfect apartment near you. There are 22 available rental units listed on Apartment List in Lakeland. Click on listings to see photos, floorplans, amenities, prices and availability, and much more!

The average rent in Lakeland is $1,468 for a studio, $1,460 for a one-bedroom apartment, and $1,708 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you are looking for a deal, keep an eye out for a red pulsing icon that indicates rent specials.

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Lakeland Rent Report:

Welcome to the Apartment List January 2026 Rent Report for Lakeland, FL. Currently, the overall median rent in the city stands at $1,208, after falling 0.7% last month. Prices are now down 3.1% year-over-year. Read on to learn more about what’s been happening in the Lakeland rental market and how it compares to trends throughout the nation as a whole.

Lakeland Renter Confidence Survey

National study of renter’s satisfaction with their cities and states
Here’s how Lakeland ranks on:
A
Overall satisfaction
B-
Safety and crime rate
B+
Jobs and career opportunities
B
Recreational activities
B+
Affordability
A+
Quality of schools
A-
Weather
B
Commute time
A-
State and local taxes
C
Public transit
B
Pet-friendliness

Overview of Findings

Apartment List has released results for Lakeland from the second annual Apartment List Renter Satisfaction Survey. The survey, which drew on responses from over 30,000 renters, provides insight into what states and cities must do to meet the needs of the 105 million American renters nationwide.

“Renters in Lakeland expressed general satisfaction with their city,” says Andrew Woo, Director of Data Science at Apartment List. “Many categories received average or above-average scores.”

Key findings in Lakeland include the following:

  • Lakeland renters give their city an A overall for satisfaction.
  • The highest-rated category for Lakeland was the quality of local schools, which received an A+.
  • Renters also seemed satisfied with the weather (A-) and state and local taxes (A-) in Lakeland.
  • Categories like local job and career opportunities (B+) and affordability/cost of living (B+) received above-average scores.
  • Some areas of concern for Lakeland renters include safety (B-) and access to public transit (C).
  • Compared to other nearby cities, Lakeland renter satisfaction is right on par with Sarasota (A), and it scored higher than both Clearwater (C-) and Largo (B+).
  • The top rated cities nationwide for renter satisfaction included Arlington, VA; Lincoln, NE; Pasadena, CA; Boston, MA; and Madison, WI. The lowest rated cities included Newark, NJ; Bronx, NY; Bridgeport, CT; Baltimore, MD; and Salinas, CA.
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Living in Lakeland, FL

The small, central Florida town of Lakeland unsurprisingly enjoys a plethora of natural lakes as well as a large helping of scenic wonder and a few dashes of growing economy. Lakeland is full of 97,000 residents are happy to escape the glitz of South Florida, but maintain an easy work commute to nearby Tampa or Orlando.

Costs of living in Lakeland are already gloriously reasonable, and the Florida real estate market is extremely renter-friendly right now, so finding affordable housing opportunities is pretty painless

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Sources:
  • School data: GreatSchools
  • Crime data: CrimeIndex (U.S.) provided by Precisely used data sourced from Precisely, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), and various law enforcement agencies. These organizations do not accept responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of the data used in this product.