Cheap Homes for Rent in University Square Neighborhood of Tampa, FL from $800 (10 Rentals)

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University Square, Tampa, FL Local Guide

Cheapest Available University Square Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Square area of Tampa, FL is a Studio unit found at Copeland Village priced from $839. 42N has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $930. Here are the most affordable University Square apartments for rent in Tampa, FL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Copeland VillageStudioStudio,1BA$839
42N3x3 A3BR,3BA$930
Shadow Pines2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$940

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Square, FL

As of March 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the University Square area is the $1.20 price per square foot 2524 Deer Forest Dr Model at 2524 Deer Forest Dr in the in the University Square neighborhood starting from $2,279. The second greatest value University Square apartment is the 4x4 Model at Station 42 starting at $909 with a $0.53 price per square foot in the University Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Square apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2524 Deer Forest Dr2524 Deer Forest Dr4BR,2BA$1.20
Station 424x44BR,4BA$0.53
The Standard at TampaHounslow 5 x 45BR,4BA$0.65
Columbia Park Apartments3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.36
42N3x3 A3BR,3BA$0.80
Reflections3/3U w/ Quartz Leased By The Room3BR,3BA$0.79
Forest Lake2BR/2BA - B1 Platinum2BR,2BA$0.98
Union on FletcherB12BR,2BA$1.36
Lark on 42nd2 Bedroom, 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.19
Timberfalls Apartment Homes1 Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.37

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Frequently Asked Questions about University Square

What type of rentals are currently available in University Square?

There are currently 357 Apartments for Rent in University Square, FL with pricing that ranges from $465 to $5,626. There are also 56 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in University Square ranging from $900 to $2,800.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in University Square?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in University Square ranges from $900 to $2,800 with an average monthly rent of $2,017.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in University Square?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in University Square range from $600 to $5,134, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,495 to $2,750. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,250 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $649.

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