
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Orlando Neighborhood of Orlando, FL from $400 (23 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Orlando?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South Orlando Studio Apartments | $1,629 | $1,105 | $3,500 |
South Orlando 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,684 | $461 | $4,272 |
South Orlando 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,123 | $540 | $6,317 |
South Orlando 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,565 | $1,299 | $7,036 |
South Orlando 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,386 | $1,839 | $4,400 |
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Cheapest Available South Orlando Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Orlando area of Orlando, FL is a 1 Bed unit found at Caden at Lakeside priced from $949. Millenia West has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,105. Here are the most affordable South Orlando apartments for rent in Orlando, FL:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Caden at Lakeside | A2R | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
Millenia West | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,105 |
Casienna Apartment Homes | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,125 |
Barber Park Apartments | Laketree | Studio,1BA | $1,125 |
Beverly at Lakeside | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1,141 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Orlando, FL
As of March 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Orlando area is the $1.40 price per square foot 555 Edgerly Pl Model at 555 Edgerly Pl in the in the Downtown Orlando neighborhood starting from $3,219. The second greatest value South Orlando apartment is the 8000 Elmstone Cir Model at 8000 Elmstone Cir starting at $2,485 with a $1.39 price per square foot in the South Semoran neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Orlando apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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555 Edgerly Pl | 555 Edgerly Pl | 4BR,3BA | $1.40 |
8000 Elmstone Cir | 8000 Elmstone Cir | 4BR,2BA | $1.39 |
1753 Sage Creek Ct | 1753 Sage Creek Ct | 3BR,2BA | $1.45 |
Marbella Pointe and Marbella Cove | Three Bedroom Two Bath - Cove (b) | 3BR,2BA | $1.33 |
Sand Lake Pointe Apartments | Four Bedroom Two Bath | 4BR,2BA | $1.19 |
The Seasons | Sadona | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
Fountains at Millenia Apartments | Three Bedroom Two Bath (b) | 3BR,2BA | $1.07 |
Bellagio | Wright | 2BR,2BA | $1.36 |
Lorenzo At East Mil | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.47 |
Beverly at Lakeside | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in cities and towns across the United States and customized analysis for West Central Orlando, FL. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, pet-friendly features, multifamily communities for the kids, proximity to transit, and other valuable search options. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Orlando Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in South Orlando?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Orlando is under $1,177.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Orlando?
The cheapest apartment in South Orlando is Caden at Lakeside which is listed at $949, while the average apartment in South Orlando costs $2,304.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Orlando?
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 20 regular apartments in South Orlando 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 South Orlando?
Cheap apartments in South Orlando have an average cost of $884 which is $1,420 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Orlando.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
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