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Tampa, FL 33605
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Tampa, FL Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Tampa, FL

Pricing Updated: 02/23/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Tampa, FL area range in price from $465 to $17,540 with an overall median price of $2,917. The three Tampa neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Grant Park at $1,400, Highland Pines at $1,400, and Plandome Heights at $465. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Tampa Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Grant Park$1,400$1,40019
Highland Pines$1,400$1,40038
Plandome Heights$1,436$4659690
University Mall$1,449$46512071
Florence Villa$1,450$1,30090
Uceta$1,450$1,30090
University$1,495$46515841
East Side Commercial Area$1,500$1,30033
University Square$1,568$46516513
Bay Park Village of Wellington$1,587$1,30033

Cheapest Available Tampa Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Tampa, FL is a Studio unit found at Copeland Village in the University Square neighborhood priced from $862. Terrace Trace Apartments in the East Tampa neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $899. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Tampa apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Copeland VillageStudioStudio,1BA$862
Terrace Trace ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$899
42N3x3 A3BR,3BA$930
Shadow Pines2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$940
Rocky Creek Village Senior LivingStudioStudio,1BA$950
Park Place at Tampa5x5 Premium5BR,5BA$965
New Life Village3 Beds, 2.5 baths3BR,2BA$984
Mobley ParkElm1BR,1BA$991
Azula NorthA11BR,1BA$999

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Tampa, FL

As of February 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Tampa area is the $0.53 price per square foot 4x4 Model at Station 42 in the in the University Square neighborhood starting from $909. The second greatest value Tampa apartment is the Hounslow 5 x 4 Model at The Standard at Tampa starting at $965 with a $0.65 price per square foot in the University Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Tampa apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Station 424x44BR,4BA$0.53
The Standard at TampaHounslow 5 x 45BR,4BA$0.65
New Life Village3 Beds, 2.5 baths3BR,2.5BA$1.03
The Rio Apartments2X2 Large2BR,2BA$1.19
Vue Tampa3BR/3BA3BR,3BA$0.76
42N3x3 A3BR,3BA$0.80
Reflections3/3U w/ Quartz Leased By The Room3BR,3BA$0.78
Forest Lake2BR/2BA - B1 Platinum2BR,2BA$0.98
Brandywine Apartments2x22BR,2BA$1.20
Lark on 42nd2x22BR,2BA$1.23

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Tampa Overview

Off the coast of western Florida sits the city of Tampa, the county seat of Hillsborough County and one of the largest cities in the state. Being a fun city with great weather and plenty to do all year long makes this city a hotbed for living the good life. With a wide variety of options of apartments in Tampa, living here can be the Florida lifestyle you're looking for.

Why live in Tampa, FL?

With its beautiful beaches, warm weather and its thriving economy, Tampa apartments are one of the best locations in the South to live. The crime rate is about the average of the rest of the country, and the unemployment rate is fairly low as well, with median household incomes more than $40,000. The city is incredibly diverse, with a lot of Hispanic culture.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Tampa, FL

Ranked #1

Among cities in Florida for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Tampa, FL

Walk Score®

55 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

56 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

30 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Tampa Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Tampa?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Tampa is at Copeland Village listed at $862.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Tampa Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Tampa Apartment is $991 at Mobley Park.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Tampa Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Tampa is starting from $940 at Shadow Pines.

What is the most affordable Tampa Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Tampa Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 42N and starts from $930.

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