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424 2nd St N
$748Studio, 1 Bath Home for RentAvailable Now

424 2nd St N

St. Petersburg, FL 33701
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3700 Haines Rd N
$1,3451 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for RentAvailable Now

3700 Haines Rd N

St. Petersburg, FL 33704
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2001 2nd St S
$1,400Studio, 1 Bath Home for RentAvailable Now

2001 2nd St S

St. Petersburg, FL 33705
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Landings at Cross Bayou
from $5761 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Landings at Cross Bayou

6835 54th Ave NSt. Petersburg, FL 33709
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St. Petersburg, FL Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in St. Petersburg, FL

Pricing Updated: 12/26/2024

Current apartment rentals in the St. Petersburg, FL area range in price from $404 to $7,325 with an overall median price of $3,044. The three St. Petersburg neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Bear Creek at $995, The Tides at $975, and Mangrove Bay at $1,230. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for St. Petersburg Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Bear Creek$1,222$9951
The Tides$1,660$9752
Mangrove Bay$2,180$1,23073
Allendale$2,194$1,09522
Roser Park$2,200$6953
Gandy$2,349$1,15658
South Peninsula$2,589$404841
Azalea Homes$2,697$1,15624
Tyrone Park$2,697$89526
Lake Euclid$2,716$88525

Cheapest Available St. Petersburg Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in St. Petersburg, FL is a Studio unit found at Reserve at Lake Pointe Apartments and Town... in the Bayview neighborhood priced from $1,050. Ashford Bayside Apartment Homes in the Cross Bayou neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,090. Here is today’s list of the most affordable St. Petersburg apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Reserve at Lake Pointe Apartments and Town...StudioStudio,1BA$1,050
Ashford Bayside Apartment HomesStudio 2Studio,1BA$1,090
Mandalay on 4th Condominiums1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,160
The Madeira1BD/1BA1BR,1BA$1,185
Nautica ApartmentsThe SternStudio,1BA$1,199
The Drake at St. PeteSakonnetStudio,1BA$1,199
LakesideStudioStudio,1BA$1,200
Vantage Point CondominiumsCrest1BR,1BA$1,212
Marisol Vista Apartment HomesA11BR,1BA$1,230

Best Value Apartments for Rent in St. Petersburg, FL

As of December 26, 2024 the best value apartment in the St. Petersburg area is the $1.54 price per square foot 3/2 Reno Model at The Meadows in the in the Brighton Bay neighborhood starting from $2,155. The second greatest value St. Petersburg apartment is the 1X1 - Renovated Model at Calais Park Apartments starting at $1,675 with a $1.34 price per square foot in the Council of Cona neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for St. Petersburg apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Meadows3/2 Reno3BR,3BA$1.54
Calais Park Apartments1X1 - Renovated1BR,1BA$1.34
Marisol Vista Apartment HomesA2 w/ Den1BR,1BA$1.59
Bardmoor PointeTwo Bedroom One Bath w/ washer and dryer2BR,1BA$1.63
Oak Manor ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.60
Bardmoor Villas2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.72
Lakeshore Apartments2 BedRoom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.69
Belcher Park Apartments2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.55
Enclave at Sabal Pointe Apartments1 bedroom 1 bath Apartment Renovated with 870 S...1BR,1BA$1.72
Mandalay on 4th Condominiums1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.60

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St. Petersburg Overview

The second largest city in the Tampa Bay area, St. Petersburg is a wonderful locale snug within the heartland of Florida. From a budding industrial job market to the oh-so-scenic beaches, apartments in St. Petersburg offer plenty of excitement and amenities that are sure to please.

Why live in St. Petersburg, FL?

A hot spot with both tourists and residents alike, St. Petersburg is a fantastic place to raise a family and a solid option for young working professionals as well. With easy access to the larger job market and nightlife excitement of Tampa, apartments in St. Petersburg are an ideal mid-point to a large number of Florida opportunities. Oceanside beauty abounds, and the locals are as likely to help you change a tire as they are to spin a humorous yarn around a few pints at the bar. This 'Sunshine City' is truly a bright example of Florida living at its finest.

St. Petersburg, FL
Population: 265,098

Ranked #79

in US Census Population by City

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
St. Petersburg, FL

Ranked #7

Among cities in Florida for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Best Local Schools in
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Getting Around St. Petersburg, FL

Walk Score®

66 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

70 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

38 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap St. Petersburg Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in St. Petersburg?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in St. Petersburg is at Reserve at Lake Pointe Apartments and Town... listed at $1,050.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom St. Petersburg Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom St. Petersburg Apartment is $1,090 at Reserve at Lake Pointe Apartments and Town....

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom St. Petersburg Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in St. Petersburg is starting from $1,300 at Wildwood Apartments.

What is the most affordable St. Petersburg Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap St. Petersburg Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Madeira and starts from $1,785.

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