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Mel Tan Heights, St. Petersburg, FL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Mel Tan Heights Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mel Tan Heights 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 Mel Tan Heights apartments for rent in Tampa, FL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
LakesideStudioStudio,1BA$1,200
The Waverly1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1,249
Alta Mar at Broadwater ApartmentsCaravel1BR,1BA$1,361
The WaylandStudio, One Bath North DeluxeStudio,1BA$1,369
Fountain Court Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1,400
Veranda FlatsRenovated One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,500

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mel Tan Heights, FL

As of April 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mel Tan Heights 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 Mel Tan Heights apartment is the LEASED Model at Pacific starting at $1,895 with a $1.58 price per square foot in the Highland Oaks neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mel Tan Heights apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1311 24th Ave S, Unit 21311 24th Ave S2BR,1BA$1.65
PacificLEASED3BR,2BA$1.58
Fountain Court Apartments2 bedroom2BR,1BA$1.73
Kentucky 1414Home2BR,1BA$1.63
1701 14th St S, Unit A1701 14th St S2BR,1BA$1.68
1840 2nd Ave N1840 2nd Ave N2BR,1BA$1.50
1715 14th St S, Unit 1715 14th St S1715 14th St S3BR,1BA$1.80
Oak Park Villas2 bedroom 1 bath Flat2BR,1BA$1.77
The Waverly1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1.56
Alta Mar at Broadwater ApartmentsCaravel1BR,1BA$1.78

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Frequently Asked Questions about Mel Tan Heights

What type of rentals are currently available in Mel Tan Heights?

There are currently 392 Apartments for Rent in Mel Tan Heights, FL with pricing that ranges from $750 to $7,840. There are also 202 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Mel Tan Heights ranging from $1,000 to $9,900.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Mel Tan Heights?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Mel Tan Heights ranges from $1,000 to $9,900 with an average monthly rent of $2,342.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Mel Tan Heights?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Mel Tan Heights range from $1,800 to $7,840, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,350 to $5,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,995 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,940.

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