
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Park - South Downtown Neighborhood of Tampa, FL from $400 (27 Rentals)
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Railroad 345

932 Newton Ave S, Unit 12

The Wayland

844 5th Ave S

301 4th Ave N

811 14th St N

441 3rd St

944 15th Ave S
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University Park - South Downtown?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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University Park - South Downtown Studio Apartments | $2,275 | $1,000 | $4,086 |
University Park - South Downtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,820 | $995 | $5,723 |
University Park - South Downtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,762 | $1,500 | $7,810 |
University Park - South Downtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,233 | $1,600 | $6,253 |
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Cheapest Available University Park - South Downtown Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Park - South Downtown area of Tampa, FL is a Studio unit found at The Wayland priced from $1,339. 1811 9th Ave S has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,450. Here are the most affordable University Park - South Downtown apartments for rent in Tampa, FL:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Wayland | Studio, One Bath North Deluxe | Studio,1BA | $1,339 |
1811 9th Ave S | 1811 9th Ave S | 2BR,1BA | $1,450 |
441 3rd St | studio #6 | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
The Vinoy Courtyard Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
Fusion 1560 | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,880 |
Arte | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,950 |
Ascent St. Petersburg | ST1 | Studio,1BA | $2,011 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Park - South Downtown, FL
As of March 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the University Park - South Downtown area is the $2.97 price per square foot B3 Model at Beacon 430 in the in the Highland Oaks neighborhood starting from $3,450. The second greatest value University Park - South Downtown apartment is the B1 Model at The Exchange starting at $2,302 with a $2.31 price per square foot in the Bayview neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Park - South Downtown apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Beacon 430 | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $2.97 |
The Exchange | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.31 |
201 6th St S, Unit #106 | 201 6th St S | 2BR,1BA | $3.12 |
999 Dr Martin Luther King Jr St S, Unit 4 | 999 Dr Martin Luther King Jr St S | 2BR,1BA | $2.48 |
Avanti | S2 | Studio ,1BA | $3.21 |
932 Newton Ave S, Unit 12 | 932 Newton Ave S | Studio ,1BA | $1.67 |
The Vinoy Courtyard Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.83 |
930 Central Flats | S2 | Studio ,1BA | $3.55 |
Fusion 1560 | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $3.54 |
731 10th St N | 731 10th St N | 1BR,1BA | $2.87 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Park - South Downtown Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in University Park - South Downtown?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in University Park - South Downtown is at The Wayland listed at $1,339.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom University Park - South Downtown Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom University Park - South Downtown Apartment is $1,619 at The Wayland.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom University Park - South Downtown Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in University Park - South Downtown is starting from $2,302 at The Exchange.
What is the most affordable University Park - South Downtown Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap University Park - South Downtown Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Arte and starts from $3,804.
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