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7506 Pond View Ct

1713 E Chelsea St

6828 Holly Heath Dr

1 Sycamore Pl

10920 N 29th St

1 Sand Creek Dr

4851 W Gandy Blvd

2501 E Chelsea St

505 E Virginia Ave
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8016 Cardinal Dr

4103 E Linebaugh Ave.

9999 TOWN N COUNTRY

6342 Newtown Cir

8306 N 13th St

9003 Westchester Cir

9101 W Hillsborough Ave

4111 E Linebaugh Ave.

7113 E Bank Dr

3320 W Cordelia St
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8207 N 12th St

3112 N 16th St

4339 Tiny Ln

12632 Orange Lk Dr

10014 N Brooks St

3828 Lakeshore Dr

8603 Fancy Finch Dr

2850 Somerset Park Dr

9015 Westchester Cir

3415 W Arch St
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7150 E Bank Dr

3944 Tumble Wood Trl

1023 Locust St NE

10315 N 9th St

308 E Adalee St

9610 N 12th St

1207 E 108th Ave

2717 W Beach St

12617 Palm Lake View

2886 Somerset Park Dr
Tampa's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
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4121 E Linebaugh Ave.

5506 Pine Forest Ct

6308 Eugene Acres Ln

15516 Westminister Ave

5612 Pinnacle Heights Cir

9205 Tudor Dr

3853 S Lake Dr

511 99th Ave N

33347 Arthur Dr

1902 N 42nd St
Tampa, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Tampa?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Tampa 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,304 | $900 | $10,000+ |
Tampa 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,944 | $1,345 | $10,000+ |
Tampa 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,183 | $1,700 | $10,000+ |
Tampa 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,403 | $1,995 | $10,000+ |
Tampa 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,809 | $2,900 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Tampa, FL
Pricing Updated: 05/11/2025Current apartment rentals in the Tampa, FL area range in price from $614 to $19,140 with an overall median price of $3,699. The three Tampa neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Tierra Verde at $1,000, University at $614, and North Forest Hills at $614. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Tampa Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Tierra Verde | $1,000 | $1,000 | 1 |
University | $1,475 | $614 | 590 |
North Forest Hills | $1,609 | $614 | 471 |
Trianon Park | $1,620 | $614 | 367 |
University Mall | $1,620 | $614 | 450 |
Rau Acres | $1,675 | $659 | 300 |
Hamner's W E Fletcher Avenue Estates | $1,675 | $614 | 451 |
South Florida Terraces | $1,675 | $659 | 253 |
Tampa Industrial Park | $1,690 | $614 | 478 |
Terrace Park | $1,694 | $614 | 481 |
Cheapest Available Tampa Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Tampa, FL is a Studio unit found at Garden Terrace in the East Tampa neighborhood priced from $838. Copeland Village in the University Square neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $840. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Tampa apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Garden Terrace | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $838 |
Copeland Village | Studio | Studio,1BA | $840 |
42N | 3x3 A | 3BR,3BA | $930 |
Shadow Pines | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $940 |
Rocky Creek Village Senior Living | Studio | Studio,1BA | $950 |
Park Place at Tampa | 5x5 Premium | 5BR,5BA | $965 |
Regency Square Apartments | STUD | Studio,1BA | $975 |
New Life Village | 3 Beds, 2.5 baths | 3BR,2BA | $984 |
Mobley Park | Elm | 1BR,1BA | $991 |
Azula North | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Tampa, FL
As of May 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Tampa area is the $0.65 price per square foot Hounslow 5 x 4 Model at The Standard at Tampa in the in the University Square neighborhood starting from $965. The second greatest value Tampa apartment is the 3 Beds, 2.5 baths Model at New Life Village starting at $1,490 with a $1.03 price per square foot in the Eucalyptus Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Tampa apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Standard at Tampa | Hounslow 5 x 4 | 5BR,4BA | $0.65 |
New Life Village | 3 Beds, 2.5 baths | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.03 |
River View Apartments, LLC | Rio Grande | 2BR,2BA | $1.06 |
Vue Tampa | 3BR/3BA | 3BR,3BA | $0.67 |
42N | 3x3 A | 3BR,3BA | $0.80 |
Reflections | 3/3U w/ Quartz Leased By The Room | 3BR,3BA | $0.80 |
Forest Lake | 2BR/2BA - B1 Platinum | 2BR,2BA | $0.99 |
Spanish Trace | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.29 |
Grove at Temple Terrace | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
Lark on 42nd | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.19 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Tampa
What type of rentals are currently available in Tampa?
There are currently 2105 Apartments for Rent in Tampa, FL with pricing that ranges from $550 to $17,271. There are also 1740 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Tampa ranging from $800 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 $800 to $36,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,808.
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 $759 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 $1,700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $659.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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