Last updated on June 7, 2026

Average rent in
Lakeland Highlands, FL

Median rent

Median rent in Lakeland Highlands

$2,017/mo

decreased by15%

vs previous year

The average rent in Lakeland Highlands is $2,017 per month as of June 2026. This is 3% above the national average rent, or $67 more per month.

$1.17

average price per square foot

Total rentals

Available rentals in Lakeland Highlands

21

for rent on Zumper.com as of June 2026

Rent price distribution

Share of Lakeland Highlands rentals at each price point

80%60%40%20%0%
$0 - $1,500
$1,501 - $3,000
$3,001 - $4,500
$4,501 - $6,000
$6,001 - $50,000

Rent trends in Lakeland Highlands, FL

Average rent prices in Lakeland Highlands have increased by 15% over the last month and have decreased by 15% since last year.

Rent trends

Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.

Compare rent prices in Lakeland Highlands, FL

Rent prices in Lakeland Highlands vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Lakeland Highlands is $1,393, whereas a house costs $2,170. 1-bedroom apartments in Lakeland Highlands run $1,274 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,582.

Listings

Studio

$1,100

-

-

1 bedroom

$1,095

-

-

2 bedroom

$1,475

No Change

23%

3 bedroom

$2,000

4%

18%

4 bedroom

$2,480

12%

10%

Studio

Average rent

$1,100

1 bedroom

Average rent

$1,095

2 bedroom

Average rent

$1,475

Last year

23%

3 bedroom

Average rent

$2,000

Last 30 days

4%

Last year

18%

4 bedroom

Average rent

$2,480

Last 30 days

12%

Last year

10%

The table above reflects average rent prices in Lakeland Highlands, FL, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.

How does rent in Lakeland Highlands, FL compare to other cities?

Compare median rent prices in Lakeland Highlands and Auburndale by all bedroom counts and property types.

Lakeland Highlands

Median rent price$2,017
increased by3%

higher than the national median

Median rent price$1,800
decreased by8%

lower than the national median

Takeaway

The median rent for all rentals in Lakeland Highlands, FL is 12% higher than the median rent in Auburndale, FL.

Discover rentals in Lakeland Highlands, FL

6829 Lake Eaglebrooke Dr - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Eaglebrooke house for rent in Lakeland Highlands

Single Family Residence - LAKELAND, FL

6829 Lake Eaglebrooke Dr, Lakeland Highlands, FL 33813

3 beds

2 baths

$1,950

House for rent

7053 Cascades Ct - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Eaglebrooke house for rent in Lakeland Highlands

3 beds

2 baths

$2,000

House for rent

Available May 15

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Frequently asked questions for Lakeland Highlands, FL

Quick answers to common questions about the Lakeland Highlands rental market.

How much is rent in Lakeland Highlands?

The average rent in Lakeland Highlands is $2,017 per month as of June 6, 2026.

Is rent up or down in Lakeland Highlands?

Average rent prices in Lakeland Highlands have increased by 15% over the last month and have decreased by 15% since last year.

How does Lakeland Highlands rent compare to the national average?

Rent in Lakeland Highlands is 3% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $67 more per month.

Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Lakeland Highlands?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Lakeland Highlands are Christina Woods ($1,466/mo), Eaglebrooke ($1,995/mo), and High Vista ($2,245/mo).

What salary do I need to afford rent in Lakeland Highlands?

To comfortably afford rent in Lakeland Highlands, you'd need to earn approximately $81,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.

When is the best time of year to rent in Lakeland Highlands?

Lakeland Highlands offers good options for pet owners, with 67% of rental listings welcoming pets. The pet-friendly apartments accommodate small pets, dogs, and small dogs across the available properties. With an average of 6 listings available per month, pet owners should be prepared to move quickly when they find a suitable apartment.

Methodology

Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.

Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).

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