
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Plaza Neighborhood of Saint Petersburg, FL from $400 (43 Rentals)
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932 Newton Ave S, Unit 12

Lakeside

The Wayland

2323 12th St S

4601 22nd Ave S

1846 2nd Ave N, Unit 1846

844 5th Ave S

Alta Mar at Broadwater Apartments

811 14th St N
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Nordica Flats

Fountain Court Apartments

Nordica Village

310 23rd St N

2345 13th St S

3023 25th St N

2344 1st Ave N, Unit Small Charming Getaway

1126 21st Ave N

966 22nd Ave S

Crescent Lake Apartments

Veranda Flats

1320 18th Ave S

944 15th Ave S

Loft at Third Apartments | Renovated 1 & 2 Bedrooms

3434 3rd Ave S

1316 12th St S

2235 1st Ave N, Unit 4

The Plantation Inn
Central Plaza, St. Petersburg, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Plaza?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Central Plaza Studio Apartments | $2,266 | $1,000 | $4,127 |
Central Plaza 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,529 | $1,000 | $6,310 |
Central Plaza 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,369 | $1,450 | $7,249 |
Central Plaza 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,149 | $1,550 | $7,980 |
Central Plaza 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,700 | $2,700 | $2,700 |
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Cheapest Available Central Plaza Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Plaza area of Tampa, FL is a Studio unit found at Lakeside priced from $1,200. The Waverly has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,249. Here are the most affordable Central Plaza apartments for rent in Tampa, FL:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Lakeside | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
The Waverly | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,249 |
The Wayland | Studio, One Bath North Deluxe | Studio,1BA | $1,289 |
Alta Mar at Broadwater Apartments | Caravel | 1BR,1BA | $1,361 |
Fountain Court Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
1811 9th Ave S | 1811 9th Ave S | 2BR,1BA | $1,400 |
Nordica Village | Allendale | 1BR,1BA | $1,499 |
Crescent Lake Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Plaza, FL
As of March 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central Plaza area is the $1.65 price per square foot 1311 24th Ave S Model at 1311 24th Ave S, Unit 2 in the in the Highland Oaks neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Central Plaza apartment is the 2550 10th Ave S Model at 2550 10th Ave S starting at $2,295 with a $1.94 price per square foot in the Bayview neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Plaza apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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1311 24th Ave S, Unit 2 | 1311 24th Ave S | 2BR,1BA | $1.65 |
2550 10th Ave S | 2550 10th Ave S | 4BR,2BA | $1.94 |
Fountain Court Apartments | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
Nordica Village | Allendale | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
The Waverly | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
Alta Mar at Broadwater Apartments | Caravel | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
1811 9th Ave S | 1811 9th Ave S | 2BR,1BA | $2.11 |
Loft at Third Apartments | Renovated 1 & 2 Bedrooms | 1/1SM | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
932 Newton Ave S, Unit 12 | 932 Newton Ave S | Studio ,1BA | $1.67 |
1846 2nd Ave N, Unit 1846 | 1846 2nd Ave N | 1BR,1BA | $2.32 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Plaza Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Central Plaza?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Central Plaza is at Lakeside listed at $1,200.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Plaza Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Plaza Apartment is $1,249 at The Waverly.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Central Plaza Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central Plaza is starting from $1,400 at 1811 9th Ave S.
What is the most affordable Central Plaza Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Central Plaza Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Sur Club and starts from $3,550.
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