Cheap Homes for Rent in the Central Pinellas Neighborhood of Clearwater, FL from $700 (295 Rentals)

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property at 1307 Blanche B Littlejohn Trl

$845

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$845

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$845

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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property at 1463 Drew St

$1,095

1 Bedroom Rentals

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1463 Drew St

ClearwaterFL33755
property at 801 Chestnut St

$1,116 - $1,210

Studio To 1 Bedroom Rentals

Available Jul 9

801 Chestnut St

ClearwaterFL33756
property at 5850 18th St N

$1,125

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$1,125

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$1,125

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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5850 18th St N, Unit 16

5850 18th St N
St. PetersburgFL33714

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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property at 1706 Druid Rd E

$1,150

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$1,150

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$1,150

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1706 Druid Rd E

ClearwaterFL33756

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property at 8450 112th St N

$1,200

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$1,200

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$1,200

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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8450 112th St N, Unit 105

8450 112th St N
SeminoleFL33772
property at 1811 Clearbrooke Dr

$1,200

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$1,200

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Sep 1

1811 Clearbrooke Dr, Unit B

1811 Clearbrooke Dr
ClearwaterFL33760

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property at 6400 46th Ave N

$1,250

3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Rentals

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6400 46th Ave N

Kenneth CityFL33709

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Central Pinellas, Clearwater, FL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Central Pinellas Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Pinellas area of Clearwater, FL is a 1 Bed unit found at Sandy Lane priced from $955. Pelican Lake has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,040. Here are the most affordable Central Pinellas apartments for rent in Clearwater, FL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sandy LaneLakeview1BR,1BA$955
Pelican LakeS1 UpgradeStudio,1BA$1,040
Lexington Club2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,063
Bayside CourtTwo Bedroom - Income Restricted2BR,2BA$1,091
Winding Lane ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,095
7380 63rd St N1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1,100
The MeadowsEfficiency1BR,1BA$1,100
Crescent LaneUpstairs1BR,1BA$1,120

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Pinellas, FL

As of July 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Pinellas area is the $1.56 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Townhome Model at Whitney Place Townhomes in the in the High Point neighborhood starting from $2,945. The second greatest value Central Pinellas apartment is the 2 Beds, 2 Baths Model at Chateau Bayonne starting at $2,095 with a $1.53 price per square foot in the Crystal Bay neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Pinellas apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Whitney Place Townhomes3 Bedroom Townhome3BR,2.5BA$1.56
Chateau Bayonne2 Beds, 2 Baths2BR,2BA$1.53
Clear Harbor Apartments2x22BR,2BA$1.50
Royal Breeze Apartments2 Bedroom - Standard2BR,2BA$1.56
Bardmoor Villas2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.56
The OceanaireGilmore Classic1BR,1BA$1.50
Park Village ApartmentsMagnolia2BR,2BA$1.53
The Apartments at Oak Creek2 bedroom 2 bath2BR,2BA$1.42
Madison at LargoAnsley1BR,1BA$1.56
Palmetto on WestThe Evergreen2BR,1BA$1.49

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Central Pinellas

What type of rentals are currently available in Central Pinellas?

There are currently 1230 Apartments for Rent in Central Pinellas, FL with pricing that ranges from $792 to $25,734. There are also 901 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central Pinellas ranging from $792 to $30,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Central Pinellas?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Central Pinellas ranges from $792 to $30,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,926.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Central Pinellas?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Central Pinellas range from $1,405 to $11,790, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,250 to $20,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,099 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,685.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

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