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Tampa's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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Tampa, FL Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Tampa, FL

Pricing Updated: 05/03/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Tampa, FL area range in price from $513 to $19,350 with an overall median price of $3,717. The three Tampa neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Tierra Verde at $1,000, University at $513, and University Square at $513. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Tampa Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Tierra Verde$1,000$1,0001
University$1,450$513554
University Square$1,620$513562
Deer Park Preserve$1,675$659346
Rau Acres$1,675$659270
Hamner's W E Fletcher Avenue Estates$1,675$513417
Somerset Professional Park$1,675$659343
South Florida Terraces$1,675$659227
North Forest Hills$1,684$513470
University Mall$1,699$513430

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 $827. Garden Terrace in the East Tampa neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $838. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Tampa apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Copeland VillageStudioStudio,1BA$827
Garden TerraceStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$838
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
Verra North1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$999

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Tampa, FL

As of May 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Tampa area is the $0.52 price per square foot 4x4 Model at Station 42 in the in the University Square neighborhood starting from $879. 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$0.52
The Standard at TampaHounslow 5 x 45BR,4BA$0.65
Lakewood ShoresFour Bedroom Three Bath4BR,3BA$1.18
New Life Village3 Beds, 2.5 baths3BR,2.5BA$1.03
River View Apartments, LLCRio Grande2BR,2BA$1.06
Vue Tampa3BR/3BA3BR,3BA$0.67
42N3x3 A3BR,3BA$0.80
Reflections3/3U w/ Quartz Leased By The Room3BR,3BA$0.80
Forest Lake2BR/2BA - B1 Platinum2BR,2BA$0.99
Lark on 42nd2 Bedroom, 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.19

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Frequently Asked Questions about Tampa

What type of rentals are currently available in Tampa?

There are currently 2101 Apartments for Rent in Tampa, FL with pricing that ranges from $513 to $17,271. There are also 1674 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Tampa ranging from $900 to $36,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Tampa?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Tampa ranges from $900 to $36,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,899.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Tampa?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Tampa range from $666 to $17,271, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,345 to $18,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $659.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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A Local Expert’s Guide To the 10 Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Tampa

Written by: Vickie Ferguson

Hi, and welcome to ApartmentHomeLiving.com, we're here to provide you with all the information you need about top areas in and around Tampa that are great choices to call home.

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Written by: Sandy Baker

Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.

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Rise of Digital Nomads: Remote Work Tips for Apartment Renters

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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.